I've reviewed the Saga before. This is for my most recent stay: I organized a get together in Pasadena for a group of long-time friends, staying 3 nights at the Saga and visiting Huntington Gardens and the Norton Simon Art Museum, and several nearby restaurants. My five-star review is for the Saga compared to others in its budget category - don't expect the Ritz. But the Saga really transcends its category in terms of comfort, cleanliness, and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. It even has nice landscaping. And, that pool with the palm trees and bird-of-paradise plants is a wonderful place to sit and have one's croissant or whatever. It's unheated, so it's too chilly to swim except in summer, but in hot weather, it's great. The breakfast, served in the lobby, is continental-style and usually includes tea and coffee, two or three kinds of fruit, yogurt, instant oatmeal, mini-muffins, croissants, raisin bread, and bagels, with various spreads available. So, it isn't bacon-and-eggs, but it's all fresh and will give you a good start. One caveat: the elevator hasn't worked in years. So if stairs are a problem for you, be sure to get a ground floor room. And if you are lucky while you kick back by the pool, you might see the flock of parrots that hangs out in the area. There are great places to eat within easy walking distance. Teddy's Tacos is right next door, Northern Cafe is a Chinese place a few blocks west, Zankou Chicken is just a bit further west on the other side of the street, Andy's Coffee Shop just a bit further, and for dessert get a bubble puff at Boba Puff right next to Northern Cafe. We ate at all of these and all my friends and I were enthusiastic - loved them all. And there are numerous other spots nearby I have yet to try.

We stayed in Saga for 4 nights and what a nice cozy low-key place with friendly and helpful customer service at the front desk. The hotel was very quiet with plenty of free parking; excellent location for us to explore the city and nearby attractions. Our room was super clean with fridge and toiletries; beds were very comfy that both of us had really good rest and tempted to sleep in. Their free continental breakfast was perfect for us every morning before we headed out. And, we both liked the onsite free laundry since we were able to get our clothes wash and dry before we check out the next day. We really enjoyed our stay in Saga, will definitely stay here again!!!

To experience the true spirit of a City like Pasadena there is nothing like staying in a traditional place like this. It is very central, it is very quiet at night, they serve you very well, the parking is very secure, I stayed for several days and everything was very comfortable. Muy recomendable si estas de paso o para el desfile de las Rosa.

If you have not stayed in an older hotel then you may find the experience eye opening. The decor and the atmosphere takes you back in time. The room key is an actual key. With that being said our stay was pleasant and it offered a nostalgic feeling I have not had in a long time. Property is quiet and clean. Would definitely stay here again.

Slightly dated rooms but very clean. I love the building, the pool, the grounds, the parking, the breakfast, and above all the location. A great value considering the insane prices in LA.

This place was awesome, exactly what we wanted. Finding affordable lodging in LA is tricky, but a cute old motel off the beaten path a bit was perfect. We stayed here for 5 nights and did a day at Disney, a day at Universal, a day around downtown, and finished the trip with the Eras Tour. Traffic was never an issue. The service is phenomenal. The staff were friendly, gave us food recommendations, and a few tips on things to see that you don't hear about just doing internet searches. The breakfast in the lobby is simple, but its great, because when you are on vacation, you get enough big special meals. A banana and a yogurt or a doughnut was perfect. The rooms are definitely old motel rooms. No stains or smells or anything, just simple, bathroom a bit small, only one pillow each on the beds, that sort of stuff. And the pool right outside the door was great! Thanks so much for everything, Saga!

Lovely friendly hotel with daily cleaning and a hot bath. Free breakfast was croissant, mini muffins, yoghurt, juice cartons, bagels, english muffin, bananas, tangerines and cereals. Love how the room has its own big heater/AC as it got cold at night and was not loud so I could sleep. The location is further from Lake Ave so you need a car or walk over 30 minutes. Plenty of car parking spaces. Mild traffic noise. Only heard the neighbours once. Excellent stay as rare to find a hotel with bathtubs and I prefer baths. They supply shampoo, moisturiser, soap bar and bath gel.

I have been a Pasadena native since birth. I am 63 years old. I moved to Atlanta so I know Pasadena. I love to stay here. But as a black man, I can say; I have been racial profiled twice. I have been asked check my room before leaving once out of 6 times, not bad. But when it was the old man it drew suspiciosion. No problem! Now I'm here again for 3 days! I use the micro (no fridge or micro) on the third day. I knew this lady from my previous stays. She worked at night. I checked in at 3:00 pm. 3 days!!!! I go to the lobby to heat up some cup of soup and I'm to get out, I can't use this micro! I have been a paying Customer at this place for at least 15 days total. Love it but not perfect.