Saga Motor Hotel Pasadena

Hotels
8.5 (862 reviews)
1633 East Colorado Boulevard , Pasadena , US

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very clean / exceptional housekeeping
Friendly and helpful staff / owners
Great location (Route 66 / Pasadena, quiet area)
Charming vintage / mid-century design
Comfortable beds
Free parking and gated property
Convenient breakfast options and tea
Large charging stations
Cons:
Breakfast is basic / limited (few gluten-free or savory options)
Pool often reported as cold
Some rooms lack outlets near the bed
Property is older and could use modernization
A few guests felt it was slightly pricey

Categories

Cleanliness
9.5
Repeatedly praised across reviews ('very clean', 'IMPECCABLY CLEAN'); housekeeping described as extremely thorough (sterilizing linens, frequent scrubbing).
Service
9
Staff, owners and managers described as lovely, friendly and helpful; check-in staff gave good local advice and housekeeping noted as hardworking and attentive.
Location
9
Excellent location on Route 66 / Pasadena with easy access to local eateries and attractions (Griffith Observatory nearby); described as a good, quiet area.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms are vintage and charming with comfortable beds and some spacious layouts (separate bathrooms); minor drawbacks like few outlets near the bed and older finishes.
Amenities
8
Good basics: free parking, gated property, large charging stations, spacious pool area and monitored security. Pool praised as clean but several guests noted it was chilly.
Value for Money
8
Generally described as affordable and good value by multiple guests, though a few felt it was more expensive than expected given the vintage condition.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast is simple but convenient (yogurt, fruit, baked goods, proper tea); several guests called it basic or low level and noted lack of gluten-free or savory options.
Overall Experience
9
Overall very positive: charming mid-century motel, very clean, friendly staff, safe and convenient — a no-frills but highly satisfactory stay for many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:30

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Free WiFi
Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool or relax poolside with complimentary WiFi access throughout the property. Stay connected and entertained during your stay at Saga Motor Hotel Pasadena.

Comfortable Accommodations
Experience comfort in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with cable TV, a refrigerator, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Unwind and recharge in a cozy setting after a day of exploring Pasadena's attractions.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located just 8 minutes from the Rose Bowl, our hotel is the perfect choice for visitors attending the annual Rose Parade. Explore nearby attractions such as Eaton Canyon Golf Park, the Norton Simon Museum, and the Huntington Library. Book your stay now and make the most of your Pasadena visit at Saga Motor Hotel Pasadena.

Important information:

Please note, the elevator is currently out of service. For further information, please contact the front desk directly.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 862 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 9
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Pascal • extended_group • fr
7
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Kenward • solo_traveller • gb
8
Ok for a night.
Pros:

They lent me a kettle for my room.

Cons:

Breckie was v basic and nothing for gluten free except brown bananas.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Diana • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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arlnoa • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Very clean and in a great location. Simple breakfast was super convenient and the hotel was such a cute time capsule of route 66. Will definitely keep in mind for the next time I'm in Pasadena.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Consuelo • couple • br
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandr • family_with_children • kz
8
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Travis • couple • us
5
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Eugene • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Yelena • family_with_children • us
9
A motel for all of your needs
Pros:

We stayed at Saga Motel for one night between events. Excellent location and a well sized room. Beds were comfy and it was quiet at night so we slept well. Large charging station for all of your electronics. Nothing fancy but it did the trick.

Big plus: they serve real food for breakfast: I saw yogurt, fruit and multiple baked good options.

Cons:

Pool was freezing cold. The motel was more than I wanted to pay but other options had meh reviews.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Martinique • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The location was good, the room we were in was quiet. There were a number of local places to eat.
The rooms were vintage but ours had a separate bathroom so made it feel spacious. The shower was powerful and hot.
The staff were really friendly, the breakfast was fresh and had a few different options.
I was especially pleased with the proper breakfast tea with real milk.
The pool area was spacious and clean.

Cons:

The pool appeared to be quite chilly despite it being heated.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Oahudreamin • solo_traveller • ca
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Ben • solo_traveller • us
10
Excellent
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Michayle • couple • us
9
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Rafe • solo_traveller • us
9
Terrific place, comfortable and clean, well-located and affordable.
Pros:

I really like this place. It's somewhat no frills, but really nice staff at check-in with lots of good advicea, perfectly decent breakfast, convenient location, and a good price. I'd definitely stay here again. Internet worked very well.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Benedetta • couple • it
4
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Madison • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

My room was super cute and very clean. I had a great night. The only complaint is how there were no outlets near the bed, but the building is old and I completely understand. I felt very safe as a solo female travler. The property is gated and up front I saw they actually monitor the security cameras. Parking was free, the pool looked amazing, and the contential breakfast was nice. I particularly appreciated the tea options. Thank you guys for a lovely visit. Also great area!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
10
Overnight in Pasadena CA
Pros:

Nice stay at a historic hotel in Pasadena CA,

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • couple • us
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee