The polished-marble lobby of this hotel welcomes dignitaries and professional athletes as well as vacationers. The Pasadena Convention Center and Old Town Pasadena—with its hundreds of dining, shopping, and entertainment options—are steps away. Spacious guest rooms are equipped with dataports, high-speed Internet access, and comfortable ergonomic chairs, and the hotel’s self-service business center is open 24 hours. Also on-site are Trevo’s Restaurant, which serves up considerable atmospheric charm along with California cuisine, and the Sports Edition, a lively bar with a pool table, and multiple video screens.

Hilton Pasadena Amenities:

• 296 rooms, 14 story. Pets accepted; restrictions, fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Fitness room. Outdoor pool, whirlpool. Business center.