Altadena Travel Guide

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The hike to Eaton Canyon Falls takes you a nice year-round waterfall in Southern California.#TakeAHike
The hike to Eaton Canyon Falls takes you a nice year-round waterfall in Southern California.#TakeAHike
Eaton Canyon Fall Trail
Eaton Canyon Bridge to the falls. Nice and refreshing hike....
Professor Lowe had a dream to make the beautiful Mountains overlooking the cities of Altadena / Pasadena accessible to average citizens. After much planning, many exploratory trips on horseback, he and Engineer Thomas McPherson located a series of routes that could be built upon with a series of rail cars to reach miles back into the forest and eventually all the way to the top of Mount Wilson. Financing the project himself, Professor Lowe proceeded to build his dream which eventually reached all the way to the base of Mount Lowe (named after Professor Lowe, previously known as Oak Mountain). At its peak, it was the top honeymoon destination in America. Beginning with the famous red car lines in California, Professor Lowe extended the line up through the rolling hills in Rubio Canyon where a small hotel was built at the base of new incline rail systems that would take a visitor up a mile along a ridge overlooking the LA Basin to the top of Echo Mountain. The top of Echo Mountain became a little city of its own with places to eat, order picnic lunches, shop at stores, dormitories for employees, power generating station to power Echo Mountain facilities. There was also a trolley repair building and pit, observation decks at various spots, trails that could be taken by hikers both up and down the mountain and into the Alpine regions, tennis courts, stables and a now little known zoo. The entire assembly of buildings were painted white and because of the view from far below, became known as "The White City in the sky". The “opera box” great incline cars were also white and could be seen from afar ferrying up and down the hill. On a ridge behind the Echo Mountain ridge was an observatory building with a working 16 inch telescope housed in a round domed building. The foundations can still be found at the site as well as the cement stand which is what the telescope was mounted upon. It was Professor Lowe's intention to build the rail system all the way to the top of Mount Wilson along with additional hotels and facilities on the top of Mount Wilson. Later, much of the path of the large 100" telescope and observatory built on Mount Wilson was used to transport the delicate 100" mirror to the top of Mount Wilson. [From Wikipedia]
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is ₹19,619 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹19,619
₹25,980 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,866 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
The LINE Hotel

The LINE Hotel

4 out of 5
3515 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ₹13,226 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
₹13,226
₹18,538 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,934 reviews)
Room was decently sized. Great views if you pick the ones with a view towards Hollywood Hills. Amenities within the room left are slightly under par as they don't provide slippers, water, boiling kettle. TV is not digital so no netflix or spotify.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The LINE Hotel
Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles

4 out of 5
416 W 8th St Los Angeles CA
The price is ₹8,719 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
₹8,719
₹13,089 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,206 reviews)
The front desk ppl were very nice and professional. The room could be a lil dark even u turn all the lights on. There was individual bathroom comes with the four person dorm, which is really nice

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Freehand Los Angeles
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Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Walk ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (273 reviews)
Rooms are clean but very noisy especially the rooms facing the streets. Couldn’t get much sleep for the first couple of days but management addressed our concerns and gave us a better room. The location is very good

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
219 W 7th St Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (789 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
9/10 Wonderful! (255 reviews)
Spacious, clean room. Comfortable bed, beautiful view.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit

Universal Studios which includes rides, signage and a fountain

Universal Studios Hollywood

This part amusement park, part film and TV studio is packed with action and excitement for all the family.

Universal Studios Hollywood
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Six Flags Magic Mountain

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Magic Mountain
Staples Center which includes shopping, a statue or sculpture and signage

Crypto.com Arena

This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.

Crypto.com Arena
Aerial view of modern city Los Angeles

Los Angeles Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
Aerial view of the University of Southern California campus, showcasing historic red-brick buildings, lush greenery, and a scenic city backdrop under a clear blue sky.

University of Southern California

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Southern California, a top university in Los Angeles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Southern California
Entering Los Angeles terminal Island via cruise ship, USA.

Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Cities near Altadena

Pasadena

Pasadena

Red beauty

La Canada Flintridge

Los Angeles which includes a sunset, a city and landscape views

Los Angeles

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