Glendale Express Hotel

8/10

Excellent

10 May 2026

Suprena

Great night's sleep with accessible closeness to Universal Studios.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

09 May 2026

Chantel Pedroza

Disgusting & infested with roaches, was there 10min and left!

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2026

Terri

The hotel staff was great. The room and parking lot were spotless.

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

Carl

Staff was great, it's conveniently located, and the place is clean. The breakfast, fruit cup and fruit bar, left a lot to be desired. Also the bed could have used additional pillows.

Partner

2/10

Poor

08 May 2026

Brittany

Hotel has very run down rooms. There was much redeemable about this place except for the location which is very convenient to universal studios and Hollywood. I would not stay here again unless they had a complete renovation on the room.

Family

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Sim

It’s a nice place n not expensive. Close to shopping areas n restaurants. Very quiet.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

07 May 2026

Ted

Eesssh...I was standing in the bathroom, and gunk started gurgling from the tub emitting a horrific smell!! 15 minutes later, and the bathtub was halfway full. It was absolutely disgusting! The hotel is such an eclectic, old school vibe; but, that truly ruined the vibe for me and has caused me to never want to stay in a \"retro\" hotel again. Other than that, seemed pretty safe, quiet (a bit thin on the walls) and cute. But that experience...let's just say we were in and out before checkout time.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

JUAN PABLO

It is currently undergoing remodeling.

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2026

Brielle

Room wasn’t on the same level as a Hilton but definitely comfortable. I enjoyed the balcony a lot. The rooms were a really decent size and my kids definitely enjoyed them. The bathroom is a bit small but big enough for us. But the hot water is a little finicky. The pool was heated which was super nice and the hot tub was awesome. The parking lot is a little dirty but not too bad overall. Unfortunately no microwaves in the rooms but there is one in the lobby. Coffee bar was basic but still useful and they have a “store” downstairs that you can use your deposit to pay (charge to room) so we really enjoyed that for our kids. Staff was 50/50, not totally unhelpful but things like when I asked about the laundry room I got all the way up there with my laundry to find out you have to get coins from the front desk. Just would’ve been nice to know that when I was inquiring lol but otherwise good.

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

tae

Good

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Shiawntae

Comfy

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2026

David

Stay was good. However, had issues with door keycard reader over & over again. We had to get new keycards at least 3 separate times. Also, hot water seemed to come & go during morning shower. Vibe of the property was fun. Room was clean & quiet.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Freddy

Parking was safe and easy and the hot tub and pool were great, little small if you don’t mind going with strangers sometimes

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

jessie

I thought the parking was ok and hot tub but not having a microwave in the room kinda sucked. The only one there didnt work that good and didnt get my room cleaned at all for the 3 days I was there so yes could of been better with room cleaning and definitely need a microwave in room

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Ofelia

Una muy buena ubicación y excelente servicio en recepción.
Cómodo y agradable

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Jacqueline

Parking was easy! Checking in was easy. Super close proximity to everything we wanted during our trip. Staff were super friendly and accommodating! I would definitely book again :)

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Victor

Location was very good. They had everything we needed like shampoo, body wash towels. They even had a refrigerator and other essentials like free ice and free parking. Staff was amazing very helpful and informative and made sure that my experience was great. I will definitely be coming back here for future trips

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2026

Mariano

Staff came quickly to unclog toilet, nice area, good parking, only thing is no elevators on other end of the hotel so if you book a room opposite of Office there will be alot of walking

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Nehemias

Everyone is pretty friendly and the hotel is very nice and the aérea is nice.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

mayumi

The shower drain is clogged and water is not draining properly.

Family

2/10

Poor

27 Apr 2026

Karen

Que no limpian las habitaciones estando en la estancia

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Ivan

All was great except this time very early in the morning there was way to much noise coming from upstairs on the 6 floor , soo much I could not sleep , the place it self is good

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Arsen

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8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

David

Hotel was clean, would stay again
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Partner

2/10

Poor

23 Apr 2026

Akil

Nasty place stay away

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Evelyn

Overall good for the price paid.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Kristie

The price was good, great location to access downtown, restaurants, and other tourist attractions.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Elizabeth

I loved staying here! The hotel has a calm and relaxing environment, not crowded at all and very quiet—something rare in Los Angeles. The rooms were comfortable, and the overall vibe made my trip even better. I’d definitely come back.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Daria

Really enjoyed staying in this hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Karen

Clean room, helpful staff and plenty of parking

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

adriana

Great hotel

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

18 Apr 2026

Cathy

The bed was hard, housekeeping did not change out towels, and the breakfast that is advertised is a fruit cup and granola bar with coffee.

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2026

Isaac

Good spot

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2026

Kristie

Room was clean and staff was nice. Pool looked clean and well kept

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Ethan

Clean room nice decor a little bit of an older building, but the personality and great staff along with the heated pool and hot tub. Definitely make up for it and the location is perfect. If you want to go literally anywhere it’s in the middle of everything.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Thomas

accomodated my needs

Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Michelle

The hotel staff was friendly, polite, and helpful. The breakfast coffee and tea came with surprise fruit and breakfast bars. The free parking was an excellent bonus for the LA area. The hotel was showing its age, but it was comfortable. I as a woman traveling alone felt same and comfortable. My biggest problem was my refrigerator worked too well and froze my food.

Self

2/10

Poor

13 Apr 2026

Melissa

The fan didn't work in the bathroom made it hot has hell in there trying to take a shower. They double charged me for my stay causing alot of problems for me. I wouldn't recommend this hotel at all.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

13 Apr 2026

Amber

The pictures I saw on Expedia were deceiving. The hotel decor was very outdated. Old carpet, wall paper peeling, popcorn ceiling. I needed new towels since they were not offered daily, I saw housekeeping I asked for one she gave me one that was still wet and possibly from another guests room. I went to the front desk and they gave me a few, one had small red blood looking stains. The mattress was very hard and bed had cheap polyester sheets. Parking was difficult l, I had to park in the back lot which my key card didn’t work half of the time. There was always a really long line at the front desk and only 1 person working. Staff seemed overwhelmed and wasn’t very friendly. I will not stay here again nor would I recommend this place.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

13 Apr 2026

Trevor

Multiple issues with the room and parking. It took a little over 1.5 hrs to be able to use our rooms. Broken door (wouldn't latch, so anyone could enter our room) parking permit, keys that didn't work.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Apr 2026

Tina

was clean. would have been nice to have a little more items for breakfast. Hot tube was nice but it was packed with kids.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Kelly

Honestly, I was pretty impressed with my stay here. The price point was right, and it was central to a lot of things I needed to access when I was in Los Angeles. The staff were very helpful and there is on-site parking.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Apr 2026

Catherine

The staff was friendly but the hotel hasn't been updated or repaired in probably 30 years. The lobby is cute and retro but the hotel rooms are extremely dated. Unfortunately it feels like they went with the retro theme to disguise that they didnt want to update the rooms. For a single night it was ok, but not for more than one night.

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Andrei

the hotel is on the older side, but the room was clean and well kept and the pool / hot tub was nice to enjoy.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Diana

Parking was very safe , my room very clean , the personal was excelent nice,thank you very much

Family

6/10

Pleasant

10 Apr 2026

Sonny

Nice lobby and clean rooms but super outdated. Kinda old and dingy but got the job done for the night. Location was great.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2026

Debra

Itching wrong and nothing great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

Liyun

Clean room. Nice location. Close to restaurants and shopping

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Jody

There was no kitchen in the room and the Internet was OK

6/10

Pleasant

07 Apr 2026

Paloma

Area was okay, rooms looked nicer on pictures. The water pressure was low. Beds were okay.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

06 Apr 2026

Marivic

Room is so old and worn out! Needing renos and stinks so bad
Hallways are untidy

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Tera

It was fine

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

06 Apr 2026

susan

It wasn't cleaned properly. One Bed sunk in and they were small. Room had a stench of mildew smell.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Michelle

The pet friendly rooms were so clean and smelled great. The pool was amazing.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Hani

Very good

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Apr 2026

Javier

Parking is good if your room is close to the pool. Room is ok. Not the best furniture. Side table was pretty small and in bad shape. You need to ask for the housekeepers to clean your room. Pool is decent. Could use a couple more tables. No microwave in the room. There is a microwave in the lobby.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

03 Apr 2026

Roslyn

The property and rooms were not as pictured. Property very ran down, old, out dated, very much like a motel. With the rate I expected it to be better than decent but it wasn’t even decent to begin with. Hotel keys barley work

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

02 Apr 2026

Luis

I had a service dog and the room they give me had tics I had to take my dog to a family members house. I ask to be move to another room and they didn’t let me. THA room support to have queen beds and I had 2 full beds instead.
I don’t recommend

Family

4/10

Poor

02 Apr 2026

Dustin

Stayed two nights in a double queen floor level room. Front desk staff were great, lobby was clean with cute decor. But we were not impressed at all with our room. Room was clean, dated bathroom, lumpy pillows, window only locked with a chain latch which was concerning being floor level, and the tub drain was clogged with hair. Maintenance came and said it was fixed. Next morning, still showering in calf deep water. Won’t stay there again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2026

Anthonette

the shower needs to upgrade. It took a while to get the perfect temperature of the water.

the room needs to upgrade. other than that wete happy and satisfief.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

01 Apr 2026

Christie

Staff was 50/50 — unfortunately the front desk clerk I reported an issue to that our room was cleaned after we said we didn’t need it cleaned anyways which was fine minus they left the balcony door open and the heat was on full blast!! Made coming from a 16 hour workday at nearly midnight nearly insufferable.
They did have some good staff though and all the housekeepers we met in the halls were very friendly. Pool was decent and hot tub was nice and hot!! Breakfast was sad… literally just nutrigrain bars and warm mandarin orange cups. “Fruit bar” on the sign had my little one excited just to find out it was just a nutrigrain bar :/ back elevator is a bit scary, but nice cuz no one else really used it so we didn’t have to wait much.. very very very dated hotel overall, they definitely don’t put money into upkeep.. everything was dated and old, but mostly clean. Lots of old holes in walls from moving fixtures it looked like… ice machine had mold in the filter area and looked like it hadn’t been serviced in YEARS… so I highly recommend not using it for consumption. We paid extra for a “deluxe” room and it looked like any other room that was basic so don’t waste your money there. Under 20% of the hotel is even usable atm, many entire halls and the whole 7th floor are inoperable. Overall you get what you pay for, honestly maybe less but the location is nice and if you don’t plan to spend much time in the room other than to sleep it’s not bad.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2026

Larral

Yes

Business

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Arismal

Location felt safe.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Elexis

Good stay for money

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

Mao

Overall, it was a good place to stay. The bed was firm, I slept pretty good. Housekeeping was very prompt. Just that, it would have been better if there was a microwave in the room. The fridge was awesome but it would’ve been great to heat up our food for that midnight craving or having to eat cold leftovers.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Richard

Stay 4 times great value and clean, free parking, pool and jacuzzi outside

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2026

Juan C

Good service

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 Mar 2026

Amanda

Unfortunately we had a backed up toilet they could not fix and then they could not accommodate us with a new room for the remainder of our stay.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

22 Mar 2026

Jessika

I chose Glendale Express Hotel for its convenient location to the places we planned to visit for my husband’s birthday weekend. Unfortunately, the photos online do not accurately reflect how the hotel appears in person.
Upon arrival, the staff was not very welcoming. We arrived a bit early for check-in and asked if we could leave our bags in the lobby area and use the pool while we waited. We were told no, since a room key is required to access the pool and keys are only issued at check-in. This was disappointing, as many hotels are willing to accommodate this especially for guests staying the entire weekend. We ended up leaving to spend time at the Galleria Mall instead.
When we finally entered our room, there was a strong, unpleasant odor, and the bathroom smelled distinctly like wet dog. The beds were extremely uncomfortable, making it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. The rooms are in serious need of updates, including the wallpaper, ceilings, flooring, curtains, and mattresses. Even the hallways had a persistent musty smell.
Prior to arrival, we were informed in writing that housekeeping services were available upon request. On Saturday morning, as we were heading out, I requested that our room be cleaned. I was told there was no one available to clean it, but someone could remove our trash. This was surprising and disappointing. I asked that four fresh towels at least be provided when the trash was collected.
Unfortunately, we do not plan to return to this hotel.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

21 Mar 2026

Silva

No cleaning of rooms unless specifically asked, no replenishing of towels, tissue etc. unheard of.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2026

Jennifer

Rooms are clean and spacious. Staff was friendly and helpful during check-in.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2026

RayJanae

Great staff and nice area

Self

2/10

Poor

19 Mar 2026

Sandra

Tried at least two times to cancel. Copy and sent message to show I was told I could, but clicking on \"cancel\" produced nothing after many, many tries.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2026

Rachel

I love this place! And will continue to book here in the future!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2026

Richard

For the room some extra pillow, also extra towels over all are good.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2026

Taylor

Kind staff, clean rooms

4/10

Poor

16 Mar 2026

Kami

I wanted to like this place because I visit the Alex theater often and its close, but we had a horrble first impression and visit. I arrived at 11:30 am and asked for early check in (I had been driving all morning and needed to use the restroom) the staff member told me if I waited till 12 there was no early check in fee and I could use the lobby bathroom while I waited. I did and we sat in the car for the 30 min. Went back in, a new staff members shift started told her what the lady with the black hair told me she said no its no fee at 1pm. They called the manager who seemed to know which staff member I was referring to and told me I had to pay it or wait till 1. (Very rude with an attitude by the way) I told her I wasted my time and could have just checked in when I arrived if it was the same fee. Seemed more like the first staff member just didn't want to check me in and had me wait till their shift ended or something. Whatever, I paid the fee. We got to the room and it was outdated, had tons of water damage, and the vents were filled with thick black dust and lint (proably a fire hazard which is scary because the sprikler system looked rusted and damaged). On top of that, someone on the floor was smoking pot which filled our room with the smell for 2 days. No judgement, to each their own, but it is not a smell I want to be surrounded with while on vacation. I brought it up to a staff member who pretty much told me oh well there is nothing we can do. True, I guess.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

16 Mar 2026

Alexander

Room was clean, spacious and fine. Hotel does not provide any breakfast, just coffee and small snack, and there are no restaurants on the street. So for me, with no car, I had to walk across the freeway to a get to a Starbucks.

Self

4/10

Poor

15 Mar 2026

Jesus

I wasn’t a fan of the layout, things were dirty and outdated. 2 small pillows on the bed, no blankets, just sheets.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Sijo

The location is best to reach most of the tourist destinations. Plenty of parking available and room was clean. Kitchenette was lacking basic utensils and cutleries.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

15 Mar 2026

Any

If you just need a relatively place to stay, this hotel is fine. The parking is a bit tight. The rooms are large, but my toilet barely flushed, and the shower was either scalding hot or freezing, with terrible water pressure. Called the front desk from my room several times with no response. The freeway is really close, but that means constant traffic noise.
It’s a close drive to the major business area, but I didn’t feel comfortable walking around the area.
Look, here’s my take. It’s close to the main office for my company, so it was convenient. Would I stay there again? Maybe. Just don’t expect any luxury.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2026

Julie

I felt safe. they did have coffee. parking was never an issue. room stayed quiet.

Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Mar 2026

Christopher

Enjoyed our stay; clean room. We booked because the had a hot tub, but it was closed two of the three days we were there, so that was a bummer.

8/10

Excellent

14 Mar 2026

Melody

The room we were in this trip was a little weird and run down. There were large appliance plugs, like washer dryer on the walls with high regular plugs around the room and the ceiling tiles were kind of moved and/or broken a little (we checked for cameras, lol). It was like it didn't used to be an actual guest room but maybe a laundry room?. I asked at the front desk if we could upgrade (pay more) for something else and they said that the hotel was sold out, so we stayed in the same room 412. The beds were comfortable. This was the first time we had a double bed room, which might be the issue. There are a few things that didn't work such as the machine that venda medicine and toiletries in the lobby (you have to contact the vendor for a refund when morning comes out). There's no breakfast coffee little sealed fruit cups and granola bars.

However, we like the hotel location, price & staff is helpful and friendly so we give a lot of grace on the room issues. If you're not staying in you room much and enjoying LA, it is perfect. Parking is free which is pretty rare in LA. 4 starts overall for experience.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2026

rawad

Just they need to upgrade the bathrooms

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2026

Elio

As advertised and met our needs

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

11 Mar 2026

Stephanie

Old, dingy, dreary, old mildew smell from water leaking on the carpet from the rain.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Sherrie

It’s in a convenient place. The hotel is clean and quiet!

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2026

Sildaine

The pool and hot tub were great! The room was clean. Just didn’t have any outlets near the night stands. Difficult to charge devices. Not many options. Would have been good to have a gym. Staff was friendly.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Allamuddin

I like the staff from the front desk all the way to the housekeeping, very courteous

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Tesia

After staying at an older motel, this hotel was a breath of fresh air. The room was super clean, I loved the electric kettle, and the staff were professional. The price was also fair! Would stay here again!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Samantha

It was nice and comfortable.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Jamie

Love area the vibe was good convenient for everything

4/10

Poor

09 Mar 2026

hector

People in Room 614 were smoking marijuana at night.

2/10

Poor

06 Mar 2026

heliana

The site makes this place look decent. I was looking for Best Western vibes. And got motel 6 quality but worse. Everything was dirty. The shower had stains. The Kleenex holder was so dirty I was afraid to grab a tissue from there. The bathroom floors were stained with dirt. I actually contracted a skin fungal infection that my doctor said most likely came from pillows and or bedding. The moment I checked in I regretted the booking. The skin infection has spread all over my face and had to get it treated. This is the worse hotel I’ve ever experienced and do not recommend it to anyone. Please go somewhere else. This hotel is crusty musty. Also I smiled at one of the house keepers and she looked at me up and down. Like really?

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2026

Carlos

Yes

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2026

Caitlyn

Decent

Partner