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title: BLVD Hotel and Studios Universal-Hollywood, an Ascend Collection Hotel
slug: the-blvd-hotel-spa-studio-city
type: hotel
sub_type: hotels
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/the-blvd-hotel-spa-studio-city
city: Studio City
state: CA
country: US
address: 10730 Ventura Blvd
geo:
  lat: 34.13816
  lng: -118.36516
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:28:30.716Z
price_from:
  amount: 208.34
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 877
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Queen Suite with 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
    price: 166.13
    regular_price: 269.03
    savings: 102.9
---
## Overview

BLVD Hotel and Studios Universal-Hollywood, an Ascend Collection Hotel, is a stylish boutique hotel located a 10-minute walk from Universal Studios Hollywood, offering well-appointed rooms with modern amenities for a memorable Southern California stay.

## What's Included

- Air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, microwaves, and 47-inch plasma TVs with digital programming
- Complimentary wireless Internet access
- Private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries
- Desk and coffee/tea makers in rooms
- Access to an indoor pool and fitness center
- Business center and 24-hour front desk services
- Complimentary newspapers in the lobby
- Tour/ticket assistance

## What's Not Included

- Parking: Self-parking is available at $34 + tax per night
- Breakfast: Available for a fee

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## Room Rates

- **Queen Suite with 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking** — $166.13/night (regularly $269.03/night, save $102.90)

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## Good to Know

* Minimum age to check in is 21.
* Walking distance to Universal Studios Hollywood.
* The onsite Backdrop Lounge offers a variety of exclusive drinks.
* Find delicious sandwiches at BLVD Cafe.
* The fitness room is open 24 hours.
* Take a dip in a small indoor pool to cool down from the warm Los Angeles sun.
* All guests are welcome to park in an on-site covered parking garage. Charges apply.
* Pets are not allowed; ADA-certified service animals are welcome.
* The hotel is 100% non-smoking, including e-cigarettes, in all guest rooms and public areas.
* An incidental deposit of $100 + tax is required at check-in, on a major credit card (no cash deposits accepted).
* A nightly surcharge of $21 + tax is added as a resort/amenity fee.
* The hotel is accessible with parking, pool lift, and accessible in-room amenities; contact hotel directly for specific needs.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations: See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Is the hotel pet-friendly hotel?

No. Pets are not allowed on hotel property. Service animals are welcome.

### Can I reserve a smoking room?

No. This Los Angeles hotel is 100% non-smoking, including e-cigarettes, in all guest rooms and public areas.

### Does the hotel have WiFi?

Yes, the WiFi is free.

### Does the hotel serve a complimentary breakfast?

Breakfast is available for a nominal fee.

### Does the hotel have a restaurant/lounge/bar/coffee shop?

Yes. The hotel offers the uniquely-themed Backdrop Lounge with daily happy hour specials. Their BLVD Cafe offers sandwiches, snacks, pastries, and a wide selection of coffee drinks.

### Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes. Guests can use the hotel’s indoor pool during operating hours.

### Does the hotel have a fitness center?

Yes.

### Is parking available?

Self-parking is available at $34 + tax per night.

### Will my room have a microwave and mini-fridge?

Yes, both are included in each room.

### Is the hotel accessible? What accessible amenities are available?

The hotel is accessible. Accessible features include accessible parking, a pool lift, and accessible in-room amenities. Please contact the hotel directly for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements.

### Does BLVD Hotel and Studios Universal-Hollywood, Ascend Hotel Collection charge a resort fee/service fee/amenity fee?

Yes. To offset the increased cost of hotel operations as well as minimum wage and to ensure the employees continue to receive the compensation and benefits they deserve, a nightly surcharge of $21 + tax has been added to your stay, due at check-in.

### Are there any additional charges besides room and tax?

An incidental deposit of $100 + tax is required at check-in, on a major credit card. No Cash deposits are accepted.

### How far is BLVD Hotel and Studios Universal-Hollywood, Ascend Hotel Collection to Universal Studios Hollywood?

Universal Studios Hollywood is approximately 0.7 mile from the hotel and is within walking distance.

### How far is the nearest airport?

Hollywood Burbank Airport is around 4.9 miles from the hotel.

## Reviews

> "Great Stay Near Universal Studios Thanks to Outstanding Staff"
> — kuneliuss, May 31, 2026
>
> "Awesome place!"
> — kennethgM5360KV, May 28, 2026
>
> "Dirty, Run-Down, and Poorly Maintained"
> — Nomad68270186828, May 24, 2026
>
> "Spend a little more and find something much nicer"
> — monicalA6713DH, May 17, 2026
>
> "Everything you need with a hidden bonus"
> — 692kck, May 01, 2026