The Patrician Hollywood Universal - Pasadena, California

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Our stay at the Patrician B&B in Pasadena was very enjoyable and unlike other accommodations that we both could remember. TJ, the house manager, made our stay absolutely unique. The villa is located at the top of a cozy, quiet Pasadena hill offering beautiful views over the Los Angeles valley. The historic house is beautiful inside as well as its surrounding outdoor spaces. The 3 of us stayed in Pasha’s Paradise, a luxurious and very comfortable room with a large sitting area, spacious bathroom and a second powder room. The interior of the Patrician is beautifully decorated with many Asian artifacts some of which are Thai and reminded us of our several visits to Thailand. The spacious living room with a large fireplace was warm and inviting. The kitchen, which has a large island with seats surrounding it was also comfortable and inviting of casual conversations. The morning weather on the weekend that we stayed was cool and damp so TJ set up our breakfasts in this space.||TJ greeted us when we first arrived at the Patrician and introduced us to his house and its beautiful surroundings. He was very hospitable and helpful and was immediately advising us about what attractions to visit and recommending an excellent Thai restaurant in Pasadena. His recommendations and his estimates of the time to do these things were right on the spot. We came back in the evening just in time for his delicious home-made lemon-drop martinis.  In the evenings we gathered around the big kitchen island, sipped our martinis and got to know TJ and the other guests, some of whom were displaced by the Altadena fire. Jacek’s niece, Monika, who was visiting from Poland, enjoyed her talks with TJ and the other guests and she told us later how her conversations with them impressed her as to how friendly, genuine and kind Americans were.  ||The morning breakfasts were definite treats. TJ gave us freshly brewed coffee, teas, tart cherry juice, yogurt with fresh berries and a variety of granolas to add to the yogurt. And, when the piping hot chocolate croissant came out of the oven and on to our plates, it was heaven! Getting to know TJ and his adventures was easy and enjoyable.  Once again, TJ gave us great ideas to plan our Saturday based off our 2 PM concert at the Ambassador Auditorium. Because of his recommendation, we were able to experience the Huntington Gardens and Museum. Again, his recommendations of what to see and the time to enjoy this world-class gardens were spot-on!||We cannot say enough about the Patrician and TJ’s amazing hospitality. As we said earlier, our stay at the Patrician was so unique and so unlike any other accommodation we have experienced in the past in our almost 30 years of traveling. The Patrician is a true gem and TJ completes this distinctive and special place. We definitely want to return to visit the Patrician again when we visit LA in the future!|| ||January 24-26, 2025||Jacek & Woody||Palm Springs, CA

David H.

Our first visit to the Patrician. On short notice booked 2 nights (Dec. 31 to Jan. 2) close to the Rose Bowl as we were going to the game on January 1st. Go Bucks! What an amazing stay! Our host, TJ attended to our every need. His hospitality was outstanding. The accommodations were immaculate as is the condition of an incredible historic home located in a lovely setting. TJ was a wealth of information; his willingness to take a group of us down to see the Rose Parade before it started was one of the highlights of the visit. We will definitely visit again whenever we want to stay in Pasadena. It was an incredible experience!

Jennifer P.

We had a wonderful stay at The Patrician Hollywood Universal! The Patrician is absolutely gorgeous, well-maintained, and an amazing display of history and culture. Our accommodations were very comfortable and quiet. Located in a beautiful neighborhood overlooking Pasadena, we had no concerns about safety. We were constantly in awe of the home and its surroundings. That night, we visited with our amazing host T.J. and other guests as we watched Disneyland's firework show from afar. I cannot recommend The Patrician highly enough. It was more than just a place to stay...it was an entire experience which left us feeling like we had made new, lifelong connections.

Tamara P.

Had a most unique and pleasurable experience during a recent stay at The Patrician Hollywood Universal. From the luxurious, comfortable room, the museum-like decor, the cozy yet elegant kitchen in which a yummy (decadent, actually) breakfast was served by friendly General Manager TJ himself….there is no other hotel stay in comparison to this most unusual guest house. Oh. And one more thing. Don’t leave without spending a few minutes relaxing in the comfy cushioned swing hanging from a tree outside on the patio overlooking the magnificent view. You won’t regret it!

Trevor J.

A unique experience at a very special place. Driving up to The Patrician, it was obvious that this was an exclusive neighbourhood - and the Patrician is a standout property. The host, TJ, made it a wonderful stay. Great conversation and tips for places to visit helped to make this a memorable trip.

Tom J.

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at The Patrician. Our room was large with a large bathroom and walk-in closet. TJ was very nice and helpful, and provided a good continental breakfast. Lemon drop martinis in the evening were delicious. It’s a very unique experience compared to the usual corporate hotel chains. We will be back.

Steven G.

A fabulous and unique lodging experience! The historic home and ridge top location are enchanting! Your host TJ is a fantastic innkeeper whose service and attention to detail is impeccable! I will return every opportunity that I get.

erika F.

ロサンゼルスに滞在した際に利用しました。
オーナーのTJさんはとても親切で、到着後と夕食後に彼の手作りのカクテルを振る舞ってくださり、彼とのおしゃべりとても楽しかったです。何より、景色がとても良く、ロサンゼルスを一望でき、庭も素敵で映える写真がたくさん撮れました。
寝室もとてもゴージャスで、お城のようでした。

It was my first time to stay in Pasadena and I’ve stayed here for two night with my boyfriend☺️
I’m appreciate for TJ’s hospitality and I can’t forget the scenery from here and delicious breakfast and drinks especially lemon drops he made.
When I will go to LA, I would like to stay here again and I will introduce here to Japanese visitors.