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DIRECTIONS
Location: 1020 Cole Ave, 4th Floor, Hollywood, CA 90038. One block West
of Cahuenga Blvd and one-half block South of Santa Monica Blvd. Located on the fourth
floor of the Television Center building. Cole Ave runs between Fountain Ave. and Melrose
Ave.
From US 101 (Hollywood Freeway): Exit Highland Ave (South). Take Highland
Ave to Santa Monica Blvd and turn left. Turn right at Cole Ave.
From Highway 10 (Santa Monica Freeway):
Exit La Cienega or La Brea Ave and continue North towards the hills. Turn right at Santa
Monica Blvd. Turn right at Cole.
PARKING INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
The parking lot for EDGE and The Television
Center, is off of Cole Ave between Romaine and Willoughby. The entrance to
the parking lot is in the middle of the block. Display
your blue EDGE parking pass on your rear view mirror or have it visible for
the guard at the parking entrance. EDGE parking are the blue spaces forward
and to the right. RV's and trailers are not allowed. No overnight
parking.
Unidentified
and illegally parked cars are subject to a ticket and towing at the owners
expense.
It is always a good idea to not leave personal items visible and inside the
passenger compartment of your car when parked.
EDGE and The
Television Center are not liable for the loss of, or damage to, personal
items.
FIRST-TIME STUDENTS &
VISITORS
Cars must have a parking pass to use the shared parking lot, however first-time
students are able to park without a pass. The guard will stop you when
entering the parking lot if you are not displaying a parking pass. Tell the
guard that it's your first time to EDGE. They can direct you to our parking,
which is located forward from the guard station to the right.
PARKING AFTER BUSINESS HOURS AND ON THE WEEKENDS
Park in either the blue EDGE spaces, or the white unassigned business spaces
located to the left of the parking entrance. Do not park in spaces
that display a name or Gold's
parking. Be sure to display your EDGE parking pass.
A NOTE ABOUT THE LISTS
As a free service, we have collected hotels that are within 5-20 minutes from EDGE. Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy of the listing, however we recommend that you contact the hotels and
attractions directly to verify the rates and any new information. EDGE does not assume liability
for any hotel or attraction property.
HOTELS
These hotels offer special rates for EDGE
students
When making
your hotel reservations, be sure to mention that you are attending EDGE PAC
to receive special rates.
Best Western Hollywood Hills Hotel
6141
Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90028 T : (323) 464-5181, (800) 287-1700.
Located in the beautiful Hollywood Hills, minutes from the EDGE; this
“Hollywood” inspired hotel offers 86 contemporary guest rooms with a
microwave and refrigerator in each room. Outdoor pool surrounded by a
lovely courtyard, guest laundry, car rental desk and free parking. Small
pets are allowed. This hotel houses the Famous 101 Coffee Shop.
Rooms $119-$189.
www.bestwestern.com/hollywoodhillshotel
Best Western Sunset Plaza
8400
Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (323) 654-0750, (800)421-3652; F:
(323) 650-6146 Located in the heart of the Sunset Strip. Hotel rooms with
refrigerators, microwaves; kitchenette-room and full suites available.
Marble tiled bathrooms, garden courtyard and heated pool, continental
breakfast buffet. Rooms $129-$225.
www.sunsetplazahotel.com
Beverly Laurel
8018
Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 T: (323) 651-2441; F: (323) 651-5225
Minutes to CBS Television City, Farmer’s Market, Beverly Center, Restaurant
Row, Sunset Strip, LA County Museum and boutiques. In house features:
Swinger’s Restaurant, Pool, Kitchenette, free refrigerators, free parking,
tour bus pick-up. American Express, MC, Diners Club and Visa.
Rooms $98-$113 plus tax
(ask for 10% Edge Discount; excludes June through August)
Burbank Inn -
Already very booked for summer, but still call, just in case.
2021 W
Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506 T: (818) 848-9048; F: (818) 848-9148; This
extended stay inn is a charming Spanish style complex in the heart of the
entertainment district, near NBC, Disney, ABC, Warner Bros. and Universal
Studios. Pool, fully furnished, kitchens, housekeeping, full amenities.
Rooms weekly from $425-$495; Monthly from $1390-$1575
www.esinns.com
Chamberlain West Hollywood
1000
Westmount Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (310) 657-7400, (888)
622-4567; F: (310) 854-6744 Debuting late 2004, the reinvented property is
envisioned as a metropolitan boutique hotel with the comfort and ambience of
a residential pied-a-terre. Just steps from the excitement of the Sunset
Strip and Santa Monica Boulevard, the sophisticated hotel has been carefully
redesigned to cater to style-conscious business and leisure travelers, and
is well-suited for overnight or extended stays. 112 studio and suites, new
trendsetting restaurant and lounge, rooftop swimming pool and cabana lounge
with panoramic city views and a fitness facility. Rooms include fireplace
and balcony, flat panel television, CD/DVD and VCR players available, down
bedding and in-room refrigerator. Studio $209-249; Grand $229-289, plus tax.
www.chamberlainwesthollywood.com
Econo Lodge
777 Vine
Street, Hollywood, CA 90038 T: (323) 463-5671 Conveniently located near
Paramount and Universal Studios and area attractions. Close to Melrose
Avenue for shopping and fine dining. Minutes from Beverly Hills and
downtown Los Angeles. Cable TV, Refrigerator and non-smoking rooms. City
tours, transportation and TV taping tickets available. Outdoor Pool, free
parking. 43 rooms. American Express, Discover, MC and Visa.
Rooms $64-$76 plus
tax (ask for Edge 10% Discount).
The Orlando – Beverly
Plaza
8384
West 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048 T: (800) 62-HOTEL A European
style boutique hotel bordering Beverly Hills and West Hollywood. The
Orlando offers the utmost comfort and understated luxury. The 98
beautifully spacious rooms provide travelers solace and refuge in the heart
of LA. Rooms $209-$369 plus tax
www.theorlando.com
Oakwood Worldwide –
Corporate Housing, Serviced Apartments
Reservation line: (800) 942-2787 between 9am-5pm Pacific Standard Time.
Offers various locations for short and long term stay. Minimum 3 day stay,
weekly and monthly rates available. Different accommodation packages also
available.
www.edgepac.oakwood.com
Park Plaza Lodge Hotel
6001 W.
3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036 T: (323) 931-1501 Friendly staff, ready to be at your
service any time. 50 spacious comfortable rooms, smoking or non-smoking
available. Each room has A/C, heater, refrigerator, TV, king size or 2
double beds. Located near CBS, Melrose Ave., Beverly Center, the Farmer’s
Market and the Third Street shopping district. American Express, MC and
Visa. Rooms $95 and up, plus tax.
SYNERGY Corporate
Housing
Five
distinctive properties in Park La Brea of Los Angeles, Hollywood and North
Hollywood. Fully furnished and accessorized studio, one and two bedroom
apartments that are conveniently located to EDGE and other entertainment
and shopping centers. Short term (4 nights) and extended-stay accommodations
available; subject to availability. Website:
www.synergyhousing.com. Reservations (877) 600-1155 or by email at
reservations@synergyhousing.com.
Download a PDF flier.
Wyndham Bel Age Hotel
1020 N
San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (310) 854-1111 Resting
against the hills of West Hollywood, this famed all Suite hotel is located
on the Sunset Strip. Rooms $219-$319 plus tax, upon
availability
www.belagehotel.com
Other
Hotels
Sunset Tower Hotel
8358
Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (323) 654.7100 A landmark Art
Deco hotel located on the Sunset Strip. Rooms $199
and up.
www.sunsettowerhotel.com
Four Seasons Hotel
300 S.
Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 T: (310) 273.2222, (800) 332.3442; F:
(310) 859.3824 A large European style hotel overlooking Beverly Hills.
Expensive and luxurious accommodations. Three restaurants, including
gardens, which offer upscale Californian cuisine. Lounge facilities,
terraced pool, Jacuzzi, massage facilities and licensed baby sitters. Multi
lingual staff. Free limousine service to Rodeo Drive. 258 rooms, 106
suites. Rooms $345-$475, plus tax
www.fourseasons.com
The Grafton on Sunset
8462 W
Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (323) 654.4600 The
Grafton on Sunset is a first class, contemporary hotel with a Spanish Style
façade. Located on the Sunset Strip. Rooms $129-$375 plus tax.
www.graftononsunset.com
Hilton Universal City &
Towers
555
Universal Terrace Pkwy, Universal City, CA 91608 T : (818) 506.2500
Located near Universal Studios and the famed Universal City Walk.
Rooms $149-$239,
plus tax
www.hilton.com
Holiday Inn – Hollywood
Walk of Fame
2005 N
Highland Ave, Hollywood, CA 90068 T: (323) 850.5811; F: (323) 876.3272.
This is an ideal place to stay if your visit includes a little business.
OfficeMax provides a copy center, ideal for business travelers. Laundry
services, pool, spa, exercise room. Located near tennis and golf
facilities, also access to horseback riding and hiking nearby Griffith
Park. American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MC and Visa.
Rooms $129-$189, plus
tax.
www.hihollywoodhotel.com
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
7000
Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028 T: (323) 466.7000. Historical
Hollywood hotel located on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Directly across from
Mann’s Chinese Theatre. Rooms $199-$249, plus tax.
www.hollywoodroosevelt.com
Hyatt West Hollywood –
Sunset Strip
8401
Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (323) 656.4101, (800) 228.900; F: (323)
650.7024 This high rise on Sunset Strip is so popular with rock stars.
Rooftop pool, bar, restaurant, entertainment, gift shop. Located near the
Comedy Store, House of Blues and other landmark sites. Short distance from
Sunset Plaza boutique area, movie theatres and restaurants. American
Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MC and Visa. Rooms $180-$325,
plus tax
www.hyatt.com
Le Parc - Rooms
$215 and up for May 2006 only
733 N
West Knoll Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (310) 855.8888, (800)
424.4443; F: (310) 659.7812 Le Parc has an informal, unhurried atmosphere.
Lovely impressionist paintings and serenity to the relaxed pace, Café Le
Park (for guests only) offers a healthy (low fat, low salt) cuisine. Pool,
Jacuzzi, rooftop tennis court. Multilingual staff. Near many shops, restaurants and nightclubs.
www.leparcsuites.com
Ramada – West Hollywood
8585
Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (800) 845.8585; F: (310)
652.2135 Close to Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Popular with touring
bands. Outdoor heated pool and poolside apartments. Lively coffee shop.
Located in a safe neighborhood with many shops, restaurants, and nightclubs. 67 non-smoking rooms. American Express, Diners Club,
MC and Visa. Rooms $109-$250, plus tax. Suites on Halloween and Gay
Pride Week are $300-$500, plus tax
www.ramadaweho.com
Renaissance
Hotel - Hollywood
1755
Highland Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028 T: (323) 856.1200 The ultra-stylish
Renaissance Hollywood Hotel is destined for fame as the premier luxury
property in the movie-making capital of the world. Boasting a sophisticated
mid-century modern design and breathtaking views of LA, this dazzling
landmark hotel captures the legendary glamour and excitement of Hollywood's
illustrious past. As cornerstone of the spectacular Hollywood & Highland™
retail and entertainment destination, the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel is
located among trend-setting shops, world-class restaurants, legendary
landmarks and state-of-the-art entertainment venues, including Kodak Theatre
- new home of the Academy Awards® ceremonies! Rooms $199-$249, plus tax (AAA rates
& packages/online packages)
www.renaissancehollywood.com
Sheraton Universal
333
Universal Terrace Parkway, Universal City, CA 91608 T: (800) 325.3535; F
(818) 980.1212 Great location on the Universal Studios lot. Deluxe
accommodations with excellent views. Restaurants, lounges, pool.
Multilingual staff. 446 rooms, 22 suites. American Express, Carte Blanche,
Diners Club, Discover, MC and Visa. Call for rates as they vary depending
on arrival date. Rooms $169-$399, plus tax.
www.starwoodhotels.com
The Standard
8300
Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 T: (323) 650-9090 Ultra modern,
retro hotel on the Sunset Strip. Mature hotel, not recommended for young
children. Very swanky, hip, Hollywood Hotel. Rooms $150-$225:
Suites $450 and up, plus tax
www.standardhotel.com
Attractions
Beverly Center
Hollywood's main shopping
center including movie theatres. Corner of La Cienega and Beverly Blvd.
Beverly Connection
Shopping center with theatres. Across the street from the Beverly Center.
CBS Studios
See shows get filmed.
Located in Los Angeles at the corner of Fairfax Ave. and Beverly Blvd.
Century City Mall
Open air shopping center.
Century City.
Disneyland
Where it all started.
Farmer's Market
Visit the Farmer's Market located in Los Angeles on the corner of Fairfax and Third
Street. The sight where fruits and vegetables were sold to local restaurants, it presently
sells fruits, vegetables and souvenirs to the public. There are more than 120 restaurants,
produce stands, and souvenir shops. Set adjacent to CBS studios.
Fox Studios
Tour this famous movie
studio. Located in Century City at Avenue of the Stars and Pico Blvd.
Getty Center / Museum
Praised as an architectural masterpiece the
Getty museum is located on top of the Santa Monica mountains between Westwood and
Brentwood.
Griffith Park / Observatory / LA Zoo / Gene Autry
Museum
This 4107 acres in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains features various attractions. Along
with expansive areas for picnics and the odd soccer game, this park hosts the Observatory,
where on a clear night you can observe the stars through their giant telescope. There is
also a small statue commemorating the scene shot here for "Rebel without A
Cause". The Gene Autry museum, where you are sure to leave walking with a little more
"swagger" in your step, and also visit the LA Zoo.
Hollywood Blvd / Mann's Chinese Theatre / Hollywood
Walk of Fame / El Capitan Theater/ Kodak Theatre
Visit the landmark Hollywood Blvd. and the infamous Mann Chinese Theatre that contains
the hand and footprints of past and present celebrities since the 1920's. The new Kodak
theatre is the home of the Oscar presentations has live acts throughout the year. The
Hollywood Walk of Fame runs down Hollywood Boulevard from La Brea Ave to Vine Street and
has stars honoring immortals of film, TV, radio, theatre, and music. On Hollywood, you
will find many newly renovated movie theatre including Disney's, El Capitan Theater, the
Egyptian, Vogue and Cinerama Dome movie theatres, the spectacular Pantages Theatre, and
many restaurants, shops and night spots for adults and teens.
Hollywood Bowl
Home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and performances by
many jazz and pop artists. This outdoor amphitheater is carved in the side of a mountain
and features a small museum and picnic area. Ticket prices range depending on the event,
but it holds many and does not have a bad seat in the house. Great for packing a little
dinner and enjoying your self out under the stars.
Hollywood.com
Your complete movie guide.
Hollywood Wax Museum / Ripley's Believe It or Not /
Guinness Book of Records Museum
Wax figures of both past and present legendary screen personalities comprise this
exceptional museum. Located across the street are both the Ripley's and Guinness museums,
housing their own specialties of oddities and the unexplainable.
Knotts Berry Farm
Amusement Park. Fun for all.
Located in Orange County.
La Brea Tar Pits
This is a museum with skeletal remains and fossils of prehistoric creatures and animals.
The museum has exhibits of various stages of evolution. These are the actual tar pits that
these animals fell into and were subsequently preserved in.
LA Children's Museum
A great museum for children that offers a "hands on" environment. The museum
contains interactive displays where children learn by doing. Located downtown, near the
beautiful and historic Union Station.
LA County Museum
This museum is located next to the La Brea Tar Pits. This museum houses an extensive
collection on the arts and crafts movement, as well as many Renaissance and Impressionist
paintings and Southwestern art. It also contains various rotating exhibits.
Magic Mountain
If you like roller coasters than this is the
park for you. In Valencia, which is approximately 45 minutes North of Los Angeles.
Mann's Chinese Theatre / Hollywood Walk of Fame /
El Capitan Theater
Visit the landmark Hollywood Theater that contains the hand and footprints of past and
present celebrities since the 1920's. The theater is an actual working theater and
presents newly released movies in its beautiful surroundings. The new theater to house the
Oscar presentations is being built right next door. The Hollywood Walk of Fame runs down
Hollywood Boulevard and to Vine Street and has stars honoring immortals of film, TV,
radio, theatre, and music. On Hollywood you will also find the El Capitan Theater. This
theater is owned by Disney, and shows their films sometimes with an accompanying pre movie
stage show.
Melrose Avenue
Visit "trendy" Melrose Avenue. This shopping district is stretched mainly
between Fairfax and La Brea, houses many restaurants and shops that specialize in trendy
and exotic clothing. Further west (past Fairfax) you will find many up scale shops as well
as assorted furniture and antique stores.
Mullholland Drive
This attraction is recommended at dusk. Ride along the crest of the Santa Monica Mountains
and enjoy the panoramic view of the Los Angeles basin on one side and the San Fernando
Valley on the other. You will be riding through the "glamorous" Hollywood Hills.
Museum of Contemporary Art (Downtown on Grand Ave.)
NBC Studios
See shows filmed.
Located in Burbank.
Paramount Studios and the Hollywood Sign
The Paramount Studios are located at the intersection of Melrose and Gower (east of EDGE
PAC) in Hollywood. Tours are available daily, no reservations are required. Many of
today's current television shows are filmed here. This is also an excellent location to
view the Hollywood sign (which you can also see right through the windows of studios E and
G at the EDGE).
Queen Mary / Aquarium of the Pacific
Located in Long Beach.
Rodeo Drive / Beverly Hills
Visit the famous and expensive shops along Rodeo Drive, home of Gucci, Valentino,
Tiffany's and other upscale stores and restaurants. Drive through elegant Beverly Hills
and Bel Air where the mansions fetch millions of dollars each. This is home to many famous
past and present celebrities.
Santa Monica Pier and Beach / Third Street
Promenade
Visit the town of Santa Monica, a great area for walking. The Santa Monica Pier has an old
fashioned carousel that is solar powered, fair type games, restaurants and a spot for pier
fishing. Stretching for miles along the beach is the longest bike and rollerblade path in
all of California. Rental available at beach. Just a short block away is the Third Street
Promenade, where you will find a lot of people traveling from restaurant to bookstore to
retail shop. Great at night, when various performance artists come out to entertain the
crowds.
Sunset Strip
Restaurants, clubs, live music clubs, Movie Theatres and more including the House of Blues
and the Comedy Store. On Sunset Blvd between Doheny Dr and Crescent Heights Blvd.
Sunset Center
Virgin Megastore, Puck Restaurant, Buzz Coffee, Crunch Fitness, L.A. Sporting Connection,
Burke-Williams Spa, 5 movie theatres. Corner of Crescent Heights Blvd. and Sunset
Blvd.
Universal Studios Theme Park / City Walk
Visit the park, shops, restaurants and theatres located in Universal City.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
For a taste of the weird and obscure, head down to the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Here you
will find and eclectic group of locals, who perform on the street. You may find the sword
swallower, the human tattoo, the man on rollerblades who plays his electric guitar, and a
grandma who performs a song and dance in a bikini, and so on... It is also home to the
famous "Muscle Beach" workout area. |
