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    3.1 (505 reviews)
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    My husband and I stayed one night to get away from the kiddos and it was very nice. Room was clean, staff was nice and bed was very comfortable. My only complaint is that they don't have room service for breakfast. When we checked in we were told that we could either do the buffet for breakfast in the lobby or order it from your room. Considering how expensive these rooms are I was a little shocked that they didn't offer room service. It's my favorite part of going to hotels, waking up and ordering coffee and food so we will probably not stay here again. Westin in Pasadena offers breakfast and it's very good!

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    YJ L.

    I chose this place for the price and the location. It definitely is an older hotel, chips and wear and tear... but their service makes up for the modern aspects that it lacks. The bell person was so kind--between three guests, we had bags on bags on bags, but the bell person told us to leave it all and hand them over. Exuding kindness, especially compared to other hotels. The shower curtain wasn't as clean as I had hoped (visible gunk), but when I went to the front desk to ask for a new one, John Pablo was so kind about it, apologized, and sent a housekeeper immediately. I had such a great time at Hilton Pasadena; it exceeded my expectations. Thank you!

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    Anton F.

    Booked an overnight stay here this year. Central location, near Old Town Pasadena and the Convention Center. Has standard Hilton amenities, an outdoor pool, fitness and business center, onsite restaurant, a mini mart and digital key option. There is EV charging stations and underground parking, available. The King room I reserved was clean, large flatscreens, mini fridge and balcony. A seamless process from check-in to check out.

    Dinner menu as of July 2025
    Camille W.

    This review is solely based on The Corner, the restaurant here. Came with a rather large party (11 of us), and the staff were able to accommodate us with no problem. Our server was helpful and attentive, and didn't even break a sweat while helping our large party. The menu prices are a little expensive considering what you're ordering, but you're paying more for the convenience. I tried a little bit of the steak tostada salad that someone else ordered, and I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty and juicy the steak was. If we ever come back here, the steak tostada is what I'm ordering. One added perk is if you're a guest using the pool, they can bring your food out to the pool area. Also if you're not feeling like valet parking, there is metered parking across the street.

    Becky V.

    Good service, friendly and courteous all throughout the hotel Room was clean and comfortable Pool was heated. Gets cold after about 7pm though. The outdoor pool patio furniture is incredibly dated and has stains all over every chair or lounge piece (see pics). Didn't want to sit on it. Hilton can definitely afford to update this. Appreciated the beach towels provided by the pool and was replenished No free parking. Paid valet available in front. Or you can find street parking or many garages nearby (check prices, some cost just as much as valet)

    Ella G.

    I did park my car inside because I wasn't planning to go anywhere. I stayed here because we were going to AGT auditions down the street. The hotel is really nice inside and outside. The room was huge, I really liked this place. The only thing I have an issue with is the pricing on the food and drinks, $23 for a hotel cocktail is insanely expensive. We did sit at the bar and ordered a pizza which was really good but also like $20 I think, we got beer because the guy said they wanted to get rid of them so they were $8 each. I did think about ordering a cocktail until we saw the pricing and also didn't because this group that came from a wedding were being loud and singing and banging on the counter. I liked the bed, I wish it had more pillows and definitely need to be fluffy. Also the water pressure sucked, and I didn't understand the shower, the way the handle inside was setup was weird and in the way. Overall the stay was nice and it is close to Pasadena conference center, just wish it was close to bars or restaurants where you can walk to at night.

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    Lynhdan N.

    We stayed at the Hilton Pasadena a couple of times when visiting LA. The team here are very friendly from the front desk , house keeping and valet. Rooms are clean, but a little small. Bathrooms are clean; however water pressure is a little weak when using the shower. They have a proudly serve Starbucks in the lobby which is nice for those who need their Starbucks fix. Overall, great stay and would definitely stay again.

    Vegetarian Flatbread
    Lisa C.

    This Hilton Pasadena is a great place to stay if you are attending a conference here. Very convenient to attend and rest. Another great feature is the hotel is centrally located near downtown Pasadena, City Hall and close to a lot of freeways. This is an older hotel so I did experience some issues with the bath tub/shower in room 305. I was attending the conference and was busy all day and evening so I didn't have time to notify the front desk of this issue. I did however, eat at their restaurant downstairs, The Corner Craft Kitchen + Bar. While I was eating the manager came over to ask how my meal was and how my stay has been so far and I expressed to him about the issue with the shower. He immediately called the maintenance team and had them fix my issue while I was eating. I had two meals at their restaurant and both meals were delicious and the staff provided great customer service. One thing I did not appreciate was the parking situation. The hotel has a separate company managing the parking. So you can not charge the parking to your portfolio. You have to pay separately. There's also not a lot of information about parking rates as well. So when I first got there, I didn't elect the all day parking which is $25 and so it kept charging me every time I kept going in and out until I finally figured it out. A $45 mistake. Therefore, I recommend just getting the all day self parking for $25. If I were to come back here again, I would probably choose valet parking which is $30 and save yourself some walking. The parking garage is a little far and through the convention center side of the hotel so it is a bit of a walk. But all in all I did enjoy myself at this hotel because the staff was so friendly but it is an older hotel with not so great parking options.

    Lori R.

    Nice Hilton in the downtown Pasadena area. Perfect location if you're attending a show at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. (in our case AGT). It's literally just a few blocks away. There's a coffee shop/restaurant right around the corner from the hotel that's really convenient as well. Front desk staff were very friendly. They were kind to let me check in a bit early, which was especially nice since I had flown across the country and couldn't get a later arrival. Always love that you have to use your room key to activate the elevator for security purposes. My room with a king bed was very comfortable, clean and had a nice view. Pool fans, take note that their outdoor pool is relatively small, and has two dragonflies that apparently live there along with a few wasps. The dragonflies, although totally harmless, literally just circle over and over, sometimes together, sometimes apart. Kids were slightly annoyed by them but the wasps really did them in from wanting to swim anymore. I only had one meal in the hotel restaurant and it was very good. Will review separately.

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    Robert B.

    5 Star Service is rare nowadays. When I get it, not only do I feel valued and appreciated. I want to let others know that this is a place I Highly Recommend. From the Central location, to the balconies with great views, I not only enjoyed my stay, but extended it. Thanks to the staff for making me feel welcome! Highly Recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Hilton Pasadena

    Is the pool heated and open during spring months?

    Yes it is heated, but it gets very dirty and gross (filled with cigarettes)

    I'm meeting some friends for drinks. They aren't guests of the hotel. What are their parking options? Thank you.

    Garage parking but they charge a little over 20 bucks a day. Valet is 2-3 bucks more. Would recommend the valet if you can afford the few extra bucks that way any damages are… 

    Does this Hilton have the free happy hour?

    No free happy hour

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    Review Highlights - Hilton Pasadena

    “Stayed here for 4 days for a vacation from the Bay Area with my boyfriend.”

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    The Langham Huntington, Pasadena - Photo Credit | LXN Photography, Lianna Xiaokui Nakashima -- Inquire to Book Your Wedding, Events, Portraits on https://LXNPhotography.com

    The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

    (1.4k reviews)

    $$$

    Oak Knoll

    The Langham Huntington operates at a level of classic hospitality that is increasingly rare in…read moreSouthern California. The spatial flow across their 23 acres is immaculate, allowing the property to host high volume events without ever making individual guests feel crowded. The Tap Room remains one of the best lounges in Pasadena for a perfectly executed classic cocktail, and the front of house staff anticipates needs before they are verbalized. It is exactly the standard of execution you expect from a landmark property. Best for: High tea, upscale weekend staycations, and flawlessly executed cocktails. Pro tip: Valet pacing is excellent, but allow extra time if you are arriving during peak wedding hours on a Saturday.

    Back in March, we chose The Langham Pasadena for our wedding night because we wanted to end such an…read moreimportant day somewhere special and hoped it would be a hotel we could return to for anniversaries and look back on fondly. Unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing and put a real damper on what should have been an incredible night. Check-in begins at 3PM, and we arrived around 5PM after needing to get ready for our wedding reception. Our room still wasn't ready and we were told it was "awaiting inspection." There was no ETA for when it would be available, we were simply told that someone would call or text us when it was ready. This left us without a room when we needed it most. Luckily, my in-laws' room was ready, so we had to use their room to get ready. We also had to leave our luggage with the bell desk and specifically asked that it be delivered to our room once our room became available. After our wedding reception, we returned to the hotel around 11:00 PM. We had received no call, text, or email letting us know our room was ready. I went to the front desk myself and was told that it was, in fact, ready. At that point, however, they couldn't even confirm whether our luggage had been delivered. We went to our room and, unsurprisingly, our luggage was not there. It was eventually brought up to us, but by then we were standing around waiting for our belongings when we should have been getting ready to head to our after party. After an already long and emotional wedding day, this was the last thing we needed. Unfortunately, the problems didn't end there. We had several items from our wedding reception that the hotel agreed to hold for us, which we initially appreciated. When we checked out the following day, we were told that everything they were holding for us had been returned to us. We trusted that information and left. Luckily, we were still in the area at our next stop when we realized we were missing items. We had to turn around and drive back to the hotel to retrieve them. When we arrived, they had several additional items that had been forgotten and not given to us the first time. Mistakes happen, but the combination of everything that went wrong... from not having our room ready at check-in, to not communicating when it was ready, to our luggage not being delivered, to having to return to the hotel because our belongings weren't all returned, made for an incredibly frustrating experience. What makes this especially disappointing is that this was our wedding night. We chose The Langham because we wanted to celebrate such a meaningful occasion there and hopefully have a hotel that would hold special memories for us for years to come. Instead, when I think about our stay, I'll remember it as the hotel that added unnecessary stress to an already exhausting day and didn't make our night any easier. For a hotel of this caliber, I expected a much higher level of communication, attention to detail, and service. Unfortunately, I cannot say that our experience lived up to that expectation, and at this point, I don't see ourselves returning for future anniversaries.

    Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town

    Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town

    (125 reviews)

    $$

    Downtown

    I stayed here for a little over a month after there was a major issue in my apartment, and it was a…read morejoy. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable, the staff is attentive and kind, the parking is safe, the breakfast is delicious, and they are very dog friendly. The courtyard is also spacious and inviting. I never used the grills or pool, but they looked clean and super fun! I especially want to thank Brian, Sarah, Casey, Adrian, Allen, and Evelyn who helped to make what could have been a truly terrible month for us very enjoyable and hospitable. There was an issue with my landlord's payment method, and the staff absolutely could have had us leave, but they understood that this was out of our control, and they helped work with us to keep us housed while my landlord got their act together. I could not be more grateful to the staff of the Residence Inn in Old Town. Everyone from the front desk to maintenance to chefs to housekeeping was a joy to be around and made us feel like one of the family. I also immensely appreciate that they have delicious gluten free options at breakfast. It is often difficult to find something to eat with a gluten allergy, but they had that covered!

    When we arrived we found that the air conditioning wasn't working. We were also told that there…read morewasn't another suite available where the air conditioning was working that was ADA compliant, a necessity for our travel. After I initiated a conversation about resolving the problem I was told that parts had been ordered but were not expected for a couple of days. The parts didn't arrive before our departure after a six night stay. A small fan was brought up which did little to cool the suite. After another conversation, two portable units that had to be vented through the windows were brought up. While these cooled the living room and one bedroom, the other bedroom remained very warm. the following day a third unit was brought up. Two of the three units leaked, getting the carpet wet. Both of these units had t be replaced. These units were loud and because they vented out open windows brought all the street noise into our suite.

    Hyatt Place Pasadena - 09/20/25. IG: @jasfoodchronicles

    Hyatt Place Pasadena

    (183 reviews)

    $$

    Downtown

    I'm rounding up just a little bit to five star - probably a four point five. The only thing that…read moreannoyed me about this hotel was the sensor light in the bathroom since it goes off in the middle of the night if you walk in there. This hotel had easy parking in a secure lot, easy to take elevators from all levels. It's walking distance to Old Pasadena and the convention center. The rooms were really nice and modern, good-sized and kept in good condition. There were plenty of outlets. We had a room with two queen sized beds and also a couch area, which was really comfortable. The breakfast buffet was really good. Plenty of healthy options including really good blueberries and strawberries, and the coffee was really good. Staff was friendly at checkin!

    This hotel is a 4.5-star affair…read more.. Spacious stylish lobby with loads of comfortable seating of all types. A WATER BOTTLE station is at the lobby restrooms exterior and in the adjacent fitness center. The HOTEL BAR is medium-sized and nice looking. I should have had a drink and watched college football, but I chilled in the room instead. Next time. ROOMS are spacious and quiet, regardless of the side of the building you are on since they are set far enough off the road. The TV is huge with a super clear picture, but the DIRECTTV leaves a lot to be desired. No ABC 7 is poor during college football season. Also, we experienced continual error messages for an hour with the channels going blue screen and out. I have seen this before with DIRECTTV at hotels and I would never have them at home based on this. Channel selection decent. There is a nice desk space, fridge, coffeemaker, wardrobe closet, smaller L-shaped sofa. Ours was a little soft in the cushions. It may need retirement soon. No microwave present. Coffee brand is Rainforest Alliance, and I have tasted much better. Powdered creamer did not help. Liquid half/half in room would be so much nicer. Framed art is beautiful and features the spectacular Pasadena bridge. Kenet bath products are solid quality. The bed is MEDIUM firm and comfortable. Dual nightstands, great windows keep the room quiet even though we're above the outdoor jumbo chess set and pool. Nice powerful AC in room. Parking is convenient, fairly priced for the hood and spots are good sized. Hyatt Place has become my favorite in this tier of hotels for many reasons, and we try all major brands (Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott). INCLUDED BREAKFAST: amazing small crispy firm breakfast potatoes; chive scrambled eggs; pork sausage links just right; plain donut holes (lightly sweet and room temp, not frozen); "bold" coffee is A+ smooth and not sour nor bitter; yogurt/oatmeal bar toppings are 15 or more items and 2nd to NONE with even having cubed dried papaya fruit; vanilla yogurt with blueberries and strawberries was bomb; every milk or creamer you could want including oat milk; many nut options too. STAFF are friendly and helpful. The location is great for walkability. It is well maintained throughout.

    Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel - Small Roach

    Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel

    (63 reviews)

    $$

    West Central

    I stayed here on Friday, April 24, 2026, as I do quite often. That evening they only had a one bed…read moreroom available so, I took it. The next morning, prior to check out, I inquired about a 2 bed room and was told that they had one but, I would have to wait until the afternoon. I agreed and they charged my credit card $160.29 for the stay on Saturday, April 25, 2026. I had an important appointment across town that I needed to keep so, I left to get to the appointment and expected to get back to the hotel around the time that the room became available. Unfortunately, I encountered serious vehicle issues and was not able to get back to the hotel. I also did not want to get stuck in the dark trying to get across town to the hotel. I tried to call the hotel later that evening but, it just kept ringing and ringing, until it timed out, and I was never able to reach anyone. Early the next morning (April 26th), I tried calling again but, it still just kept ringing until it timed out. I was finally able to physically go to the hotel and speak with Mary a bit after 2am. She told me that I would have to wait until after 9:30 or 10 am and speak with David, the GM. I called at 11:21 am and told another man there what happened and he told me to speak with David at 3pm. I spoke with David at 3:29pm and told him that I had planned to be there when the room was ready but, I had serious vehicle issues and no way to get to the hotel. I mentioned that I tried to call, no one answered, and that I finally spoke with Mary, who told me that I had to speak with him. He said that Mary starts at 11pm and I should have called sooner. I explained that had I not been stuck across town without transportation and dealing with serious vehicle issues, I would have but, I did try to communicate as soon as I could. I told him that I just wanted to be able to stay for one night to use the one night for which I paid. It is unfortunate because, even though this place was not the best, most well kept hotel, it was conveniently located and most of the staff, up to this point, seemed nice enough. At this point, I have no interest in ever staying here again. I would just like a full refund.

    We have visited many times each new year…read more The staff makes us feel likely family Location location this place is perfection for service food and an awesome view of the rose parade

    Best Western Pasadena Inn - Breakfast Area

    Best Western Pasadena Inn

    (115 reviews)

    $$

    Chapman

    This best western is great!! They are inspected regularly and it shows. I stayed here for a few…read moredays and they are so clean. I witnessed all the vacant rooms getting the carpet cleaned. Professional carpet cleaning. I was like, wow!!! This is what I love to see! Pride in establishment! Unfortunately I spilled a full cup of coffee and it stained rhe bed all the way thru and they weren't too happy about that. I get it, I pretty much ruined the bed mattress but it was an accident. And honestly, they should put a waterproof sheet or something over the mattress in case of accidentally guests spilling something. Either way, it's a great hotel. Great staff. Clean establishment. Free parking. They have free breakfast. Like eggs, sausage. Bacon. Potatoes. Fruit. Juice. Oatmeal. Waffles cereal. Rooms are large. Fridge Im room no microwave in room tho. Please put microwaves in the rooms.

    My room at Best Western-Pasadena on Colorado Boulevard (not to be confused with Best Western-Royale…read moreright next door) had several issues on my recent stay there: ** There was a lot of street noise in the room. ** The old aluminum-framed window rattled constantly all night long. ** The office is BARELY accessible for check-in--you have to climb up two steep steps from the parking lot or else walk all the way around to the front of the building for a ramp. ** Access to the rooms from the parking lot requires an awkward step-up onto a curb and then walking through a narrow, planted area--very difficult because I use a cane. ** The height of the toilet was very LOW, making it hard to stand up. ** There was one horizonal grab bar mounted on the back wall of the shower-tub, but NO vertical grab bar as you try to step in--very difficult to maneuver. ** The bedside lights are mounted fairly high on the wall so that you have to get out of bed and stand up to reach the on/off switch. ** When I plugged my laptop into the electrical outlet adjacent to the table near the room door, I discovered that both receptacles were DEAD. The only other visible outlet was adjacent to the sink, so I had to move the heavy nightstand away from the wall and crawl behind it to reach a working electrical outlet there.

    Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

    Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

    (60 reviews)

    Downtown

    Overall we were pleased with our stay. We were there Aug 31 - Sept 2, 2026. Here are the positives…read more- The parking is under the hotel and has adequate spaces given hotel size. The pool is nice if the weather is good. We stayed in room 307 and the room was a good size. It had an oversize bathroom door and low toilet. Like you would see in a handicap room, even though we didn't request that. King bed had plenty of room and the room included a chaise lounge as well. Now the negatives - The bed was harder than expected and made for uncomfortable sleeping. Their signage is terrible. When I first got on the elevator it went down even though I pressed the 3rd floor button. I tried a couple times, when another guest said you have to scan your room key then select the floor. No sign saying that on the elevator. No explanation from the front desk about the elevator. Usually, you only need the key card if your on the top floor. Even if the hotel is setup different you need to explain it at check in or provide signs! Same night I went to fill the ice bucket. Followed the sign, it pointed down the hall. I walked all the way to the end no ice machine. Then walked back, saw a different sign pointing the opposite way so I walked all the way to the end, guess what? NO ICE MACHINE!! I walked back to the Elevators thinking there was a sign pointing to another floor. NOPE! Then I hear the ice machine motor kick in so I know I'm close. Turns out to be inside a closet WITH NO SIGN AND A DOOR! Come on. That's just ridiculous. It felt like an episode of Where's Waldo. It shouldn't that hard to find ice! It's not a treasure hunt.

    Hotel Dena has a lot of good things going for it. It is super cute. They have a 24/7 market that is…read moreexpensive but convenient. You are walking distance to everything you need in Pasadena. Everyone works there is super nice. I love the decor- especially the projector that they have set up with movies playing. During major events like the World Cup- they show the matches on there which is very fun. The gym has everything you need but is small. Two things we didn't love- the steps in our room. It is very hard to go to the bathroom in the pitch black at night with stairs. Second- the pool. We booked this hotel for the pool and it is nice, but small. Also fine. The issue is that they sell resort passes. We got there at 10 on a Friday and every lounge chair was taken. There are only like 10. Since they are resort passes, those people stay all day. We paid for 5 nights at this hotel and could not get loungers for a day. Others paid $30 and got loungers the whole day. Doesn't seem fair.

    Pasadena Hotel & Pool - Pool all to myself

    Pasadena Hotel & Pool

    (131 reviews)

    $$

    West Central

    Not an overnight stay. This review is for a relaxing Sunday daycation at The Pasadena Hotel's…read morerooftop pool, booked via Resort Pass (an app I use often as a hotel pool explorer). Pasadena Hotel is officially one of my top picks! Parking: Self-parking is available for $5/hour (max $35). Note: no validation. Check-in: Quick and friendly. The front desk explained pool hours and directions. The lobby itself is a vibe; moody but cozy, featuring cool touches like vintage telephone booths, table games, a welcoming fireplace with comfy seating, and a small bar offering coffee early and cocktails later. Food: Before heading up, I stopped by BBAD (connected breakfast burrito spot). Highly recommend! The Pool: Arriving early on Sunday meant I had the whole rooftop and pool to myself for almost two magical hours. The warm, overcast morning and occasional chorus from Pasadena's parrots made it a perfect self-care escape: reading, napping, swimming laps. It did get busier closer to noon (maybe five others until then), but still felt relaxed compared to other weekend days. Or so I've heard. Drink/food service starts at noon, delivered poolside. The Spicy Margarita was delicious! Facilities: Clean space, restrooms close by, surprisingly soft towels. Con: No free water stations which is unusual for a hotel pool. Only bottled water for sale, so bring your own. Overall: My Sunday escape was top notch! I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend for solo self-care or a chill day with friends.

    ​We checked in for a quick staycation mini-escape and had a wonderful time. While the rooms are on…read morethe smaller side, they make up for it in comfort and style--the beds and pillows were incredibly comfortable, and everything was spotlessly clean. I loved the updated look that still leaned into a cool, historic 90s vibe with beautiful mosaic tiles in the clean bathroom. The room also featured a convenient little wet bar area with a coffee maker and fridge. ​The absolute highlight of our stay was the pool! It's a bit smaller than it appears on the website, but the vibe was perfect. They had music playing and a bartender on duty, making it the ultimate spot to lounge, chill, and just enjoy the atmosphere before we headed out to a soccer match. ​Check-in and check-out were incredibly easy and seamless. The hotel has a great, welcoming atmosphere and a rich, historic charm. We'd definitely stay again for a quick local getaway!

    Arroyo Vista Inn - Front porch

    Arroyo Vista Inn

    (132 reviews)

    Made a reservation for their afternoon tea for a party of five and we had the best time!…read more They have free parking right in front of the inn after driving up a narrow windy private road. There are some great views from the top and outside is nice and shady with big trees and a nice size porch. The owner and family were so welcoming as soon as we arrived. We enjoyed a spread of tea sandwiches, warm scones with clotted, cream and jam, fresh fruits, and an assortment of teas each of which were so delicious and perfectly prepared. My personal favorite was chai which is from a recipe from a family friend, my friends' favorites were the peach oolong, sencha with Matcha, and their rose black tea. We were able to try as many as we wanted! Service was amazing. Ellie was our host and server and she did such a great job. We had the whole space to ourself so it was so fun for an intimate tea party. Highly recommend!

    Odd. Truly odd. My friend and I went for tea…read more We were the only ones there which was fine! The food and tea were plentiful and delicious. The presentation and our table by the window were lovely. The people were gracious. All that would be a solid 5 star. The odd part was a sense of chaos in the background. We arrived a little early. No one was available to greet us so we hung out in the Inn's lobby (after searching and calling out). Then someone did see us and assumed we were guests waiting to check into a room. And other things. As I said, odd.

    Hilton Pasadena - hotels - Updated September 2026

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