Up in the Pasadena hills, there’s a home that doesn’t feel like a hotel at all.
The Patrician Hollywood Universal is small, peaceful, and full of character. Travelers come here to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and enjoy a bit of California sunlight without the crowds.
The Patrician Hollywood Universal is small, peaceful, and full of character. Travelers come here to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and enjoy a bit of California sunlight without the crowds.
It’s the kind of stay where you notice details — the creak of wood floors, soft morning light, the smell of coffee drifting in from the kitchen. Nothing about it feels rushed.
Location and Surroundings
You’ll find it at 353 Patrician Way, Pasadena, CA 91105, in a calm residential neighborhood overlooking the valley.
It’s quiet up here — just trees, birds, and the occasional breeze through the arches.
It’s quiet up here — just trees, birds, and the occasional breeze through the arches.
Downtown Pasadena is ten minutes away, while Universal Studios Hollywood is roughly a half-hour drive.
So, you can enjoy the city when you want to, then come back to complete calm.
So, you can enjoy the city when you want to, then come back to complete calm.
Nearby
Within walking distance, there are local cafés, gardens, and winding trails.
It’s easy to see why so many guests call it “a little pocket of peace.”
It’s easy to see why so many guests call it “a little pocket of peace.”
The House and Its Mood
The building is an old Spanish-style home with white stucco walls, red roof tiles, and shaded archways.
Inside, tall ceilings, wooden beams, and antique furniture make the space feel both open and cozy.
Inside, tall ceilings, wooden beams, and antique furniture make the space feel both open and cozy.
Each room is different. Some have vintage iron beds, others private terraces.
Soft fabrics, warm colors, and gentle lighting tie everything together.
It’s simple but thoughtful — every corner feels intentional.
Soft fabrics, warm colors, and gentle lighting tie everything together.
It’s simple but thoughtful — every corner feels intentional.
What Staying Here Feels Like
Breakfast is served slowly — coffee, fruit, and fresh pastries, either outside or by the fire.
Nobody hurries you. You can linger as long as you like.
Nobody hurries you. You can linger as long as you like.
Wi-Fi is strong, perfect if you’re mixing work with downtime.
In the evenings, people usually gather in the lounge or sit quietly outside watching the sunset.
In the evenings, people usually gather in the lounge or sit quietly outside watching the sunset.
The hosts live on the property. They’ll greet you at check-in, share local tips, and make sure you feel at home — no hotel stiffness, just calm hospitality.
Care and Comfort
Parking’s free, and check-in is arranged beforehand.
There’s no elevator, but the hosts are always ready to help with luggage.
Pets aren’t allowed — the atmosphere stays quiet and clean.
There’s no elevator, but the hosts are always ready to help with luggage.
Pets aren’t allowed — the atmosphere stays quiet and clean.
And for extra peace of mind, guests can access medical services through Doctor2me — a local network that provides on-demand visits right to the property.
Medical Support On Site
While The Patrician Hollywood Universal isn’t a clinic, it’s located inside the Doctor2me coverage zone.
If you need help, you can easily find primary doctors near me, book a same day doctor appointment, or arrange an online dr appt no insurance right from your room.
If you need help, you can easily find primary doctors near me, book a same day doctor appointment, or arrange an online dr appt no insurance right from your room.
Doctors usually arrive within a few hours.
Guests say it makes them feel safe — like someone’s always nearby if anything goes wrong.
Guests say it makes them feel safe — like someone’s always nearby if anything goes wrong.
What Guests Say
The guesthouse has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5, and the reviews all sound familiar:
words like “peaceful,” “warm,” “feels like home.”
words like “peaceful,” “warm,” “feels like home.”
People mention the views, the calm, and the kindness of the hosts.
Many come back, not for luxury, but because it feels real — like a home you didn’t know you missed.
Many come back, not for luxury, but because it feels real — like a home you didn’t know you missed.