Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
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About this property
Banana Bungalow’s location is fantastic! Right in the heart of Hollywood and steps away from all the hotspots. You can see the HOLLYWOOD sign right from the courtyard. We have loads of freebies including breakfast, Wi-Fi and social activities. Our staff is super friendly and helpful, ready to make your Los Angeles stay the best ever! The courtyard has amenities including a large screen TV, awesome lounge furniture with umbrellas, free coffee and tea, basketball, foosball, table tennis, large flame heaters, palm trees, music and more. Guests can also relax in the movie lounge or billiards room with free common computers, or enjoy the karaoke stage on-site with occasional live musical performances. Out back is the Tiki Garden which will transport you to a tropical island with Southern California sunbathing and an outdoor shower to cool off in. There is free fast reliable Wi-Fi throughout the property and secure affordable parking. Private rooms have a Queen bed plus one or two twin beds, a full bathroom, a full kitchen, TV with satellite channels, heating and air conditioning, a safe, a closet, a wall fan, and a USB charging station for your phone. Dorms have a full bathroom, full kitchen, TV with satellite channels, lockers, heating and air-conditioning and a USB charging station for your phone. Please see room descriptions for specific room amenities for the room you are booking. The Banana Bungalow is around 1148 feet from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, 2297 feet from the Capitol Records Building, 1.2 mi from the Dolby Theater, 1.4 mi from the Hollywood Bowl, while Griffith Observatory is 1.6 mi from the property. We look forward to hosting you and making your travels in Los Angeles and Hollywood memorable and amazing ! Come and make some new friends at the Banana, Thank you!
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Garden
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Yan
United States
“Super clean、super convenient、Super responsible staff.” - Garrett
United States
“the hot guys feet danglin like fresh bytchermeeeeet” - Zeki
Turkey
“It's a truly fascinating experience. A communal experience from the '60s. The hotel owner hosts free barbecues in the courtyard where their cars are parked. He organizes events and serves complimentary breakfast in the morning. It's an unmissable...” - Samassi
Italy
“The kind and positive staff, the small gym, the whole environment and the place being clean.” - Osvaldo
United States
“Clean close to the Academy LA night club in Hollywood” - Shawn
United States
“Walking distance to food food and convenience stores was awesome. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The tiki garden in the back is very tranquil with small breakfast served. Community area looked fun but did not get a chance to use them...” - W
United States
“The bungalow was very self contained and safe. If you have a car there is parking off the street. The breakfast and social areas are great. Plus the hostel has several social events during the week, BBQ and whatnot.” - Jeanne
France
“Absolutely everything, one of the best hostel I’ve been to. Staff, activities, facility, everything is made for you to have a great stay. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Thank you so much” - Joshua
United States
“Thank you for assisting me back in after loosing my wallet, room key.” - Ramirez
United States
“The staff is amazing and always make sure you’re ok and that you are having fun ! The overall vibe is so nice and chill and everyone was so friendly!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please note: The credit card holder must be present at the time of check-in with the credit card and matching photo ID.
For guests staying in the DORM room only: People under the age of 18 are not permitted to stay in dorm rooms.
Couples must reserve two beds. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or chaperon. Couples must reserve two beds.
To check in to a dorm you will be asked to provide proof of onward travel. We will also require a proof of VACCINATION or documentation of a negative COVID test done within 24 hours.
Please DO NOT reserve a dorm without proof of current travel or you will not be accepted at check-in, sorry. Please reserve a private room if you have no proof of travel or proof of VACCINATION or documentation of a negative COVID test done within 24 hours.
A valid VISA OR MASTERCARD CREDIT CARD IS REQUIRED
to check in and the card must be in the name of the guest.
Maximum stay is 28 days within a 3-month period.
We have 48 hour cancelation policy.
Dorms are for international travelers only.
To check in to a dorm you will be asked to provide a passport with an international stamp
within the last 6 months. Please DO NOT reserve a dorm without a stamped passport or
you will not be accepted at check-in, sorry.
Please reserve a private room if you do not have a stamped passport.
A damage deposit of $200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.