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Reviews of Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel 2 stars

5920 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

#206 of 388 hotels in Los Angeles

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1185 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    8.0
    Great deal for a little apartment for a few days
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I had a couple of issues with the lock on the door. At one point the deadbolt got stuck shut so I had to climb through a window to escape my room. A day later my key card stopped working so I had to go to the office to have them get it working again. Neighborhood is not a place you want to walk around at night, even in the day it was questionable. It was close to a concert venue which is why I chose it.

    Great value, I loved having the kitchen. I was too busy every night to take advantage of the courtyard social activities but that was a welcoming touch.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    9.0
    It is worth it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    - When I checked in, I went to the room and the maid was cleaning the room, I asked her just to confirm if the room would be available in a few minutes and she didn't speak a word of English, which became a little complicated, because of communication and the fact that my room wasn't ready, and I checked in at the time the hotel requested, I had to wait about 10 minutes, it didn't take long, but after a tiring plane ride, those minutes can be annoying. The only problem that I had, so is that hotels always require tourists to respect check-in and check-out times, I think it's worth the hostel paying attention to this.

    - So as an introverted traveler I opted for the private room, better choose. I can't adapt to a hostel with a shared room and I found this one at an affordable price and even better, a private room. - The room was very cozy, the bed was comfortable, it had a fan and heater. - The location is a little further away from the Walk of Fame, but about 10 minutes away, you can normally walk to the subway and convenience stores in minutes. - I arrived before check in and I was able to leave my suitcase in a room at no cost. - All the people I saw in the hostel were very good vibes. - I saw some reviews about there being a lot of homeless people outside of the hostel, yes, this could become something bad, but really, none of them messed with me or tried to talk to me, So it didn't bother me, but I'm Brazilian, so that could be why I didn't have any problems with that. :) - A tip: my room was on the second floor, during my stay, I arrived at night after spending the day at Universal Studios, and there was a party with very loud music, and it was already more than 11 pm, but when I entered my room, I didn't hear nothing else, so if you like parties and don't mind noise it won't be a problem for you, but if you're like me, I advise you to ask to stay on the second floor :)

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    8.0
    Our go to place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, friendly staff and very clean.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    7.0
    Greta value for money, great host for a good time in LA
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit loud, was a bit hard to sleep some nights if that’s what you were after

    Great place, super central good vibes! Great company!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2024

    8.0
    We will definitely come back here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Not enough parking places.

    Really good vibe, fantastic location.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    8.0
    Breakfast for Hollywood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No picture for 6 person bed on Booking Com. I thought 6 flat beds in the room.

    Location is good.Stuff is nice.And the atmosphere in the breakfast restaurant is great. There every staff is friendly and kind.They make me feel cozy every morning.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    9.0
    Good space
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not able to purchase bottled water on site

    Good staff...tiki area is great for breakfast

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    9.0
    This hostel is a fun place to stay. The staff are friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I cannot think of anything I didn't like.

    It's located on a quieter section of Hollywood Blvd 10 minutes walk from Hollywood and Vine metro station (turn right as you exit). The premises are clean and each room, including the bunk rooms has a private 4 piece bathroom. Laundry facilities are available. The staff are helpful including the gentleman who prepares breakfast.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

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    Good breakfast, awesome, really helpful staff, great location and service. Would recommend.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is really good, the room was confortable. Noise is tolerable.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    7.0
    Good stay for reasonable price. Close to main street
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of homeless people around although not disturbing. A fan in the room blowing directly on my bed , unable to move it other direction. I didn’t feel good when they xero copied my passport and card with all my personal data.

    Cheap. Small breakfast included enough to start a day. Closed entrance and safe parking. Clean sheets and towel.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    7.0
    It was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No recycling receptacles

    The room and location were great. Coffee and hot water always available. Close to buses and metro trains. Loved that the kitchen is in the room!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    8.0
    Hostel with nice staff and a good vibe. Definitely money's worth.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was basic. Rules for silence are not followed all the time. Location was okay but not optimal due to a salvation center being opposite of the street which attracts some homeless people.

    The staff and other people staying there were very friendly. The rooms and bathrooms were nice and clean. Nice that breakfast was included. Front door had code on so only hostel visitors can come in. Only 10 min walk from hollywood boulevard

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    8.0
    Good for Party Lovers, Bad for Rest Lovers and those want easy access to Trains
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    House Rules are not followed and there is no rule of silemce period between sleeping time amd breakfast. Nobody cares if others are sleeping. Secondly its on quite long walking distance from Hollywood/Vine Station. They charges are high for per night.

    I like the breakfast in open area where can get direct sun light which is very important for health. Secondly i like they have parties and activities all the time.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit noisy and the venue overall was a bit tired. Also the breakfast was very ordinary

    The location was as good as you could ask for and the crew were very welcoming.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    8.0
    Nice !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outside location not the safest but LA has its parts as well all know

    Nice staff and cute room. We had the private room and it has parking available

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's a fan in the room, but air con would be more effective and less noisy. Otherwise we were very happy.

    Excellent location, extremely friendly staff, food room, kitchen and bathroom size. Parking available for $6 a night.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We got a different room from the one I booked.

    The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast had several and delicious options 🤗. Location was nice and close to metro station.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    7.0
    Good location and good value, the staff was a bit disorganized but very friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was quite sad and lacking, would definitely recommend adding a few more options there. Our room wasn’t ready at the check in time and we had to wait outside while they finished. Quite unprofessional. There was also a mixup about our parking spot which was sorted in the end.

    Great location, nice big rooms. Good vibe in general with lots of young people.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was small however for this price I didn't expect much, so it wasn't even that bad.

    Location was excellent. 5 minute walk from the main Hollywood Road. The price was also excellent

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Likes are beyond

    Perfect hideout

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    8.0
    We had a bit of an issue when we first arrived and were placed in a shared room, we had to go talk with the staff twice
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views are amazing!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    A nice and decent place to stay. Free drinks, burger on Saturday!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking assignment is not strictly implemented.

    Every morning someone cleans the room- vacuum, toilet clean up, scented spray. Nice and soft mattress

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a very welcoming place! You feel part of a small community, and It's easy to meet people and make new friends. Shout out to the guy making breakfast, he's the best! I would definitely recommend this place

    Stayed in August 2024

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