Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (BUR): Approximate driving time is 15 minutes and distance is 6 miles.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 20 miles.

Driving directions from Burbank Airport: From Airport Exit, turn right on N Hollywood Wy. Turn right on Burbank Blvd, then turn left on Cahuenga Blvd. Turn left on Lankershim Blvd, then turn left on Universal Terrace Pky (Universal Hollywood Dr).

Driving directions from LAX: Follow signs to take the SR 1 ramp to Sepulveda Blvd northbound. Bear right onto La Tijera Blvd, then turn left on La Cienega Blvd. Turn right on Santa Monica Blvd, then turn left on Highland Ave. Take US 101 north and exit to Lankershim Blvd. Turn right on Lankershim, then turn right on Universal Terrace Pky (Universal Hollywood Dr).

Getting there: The best option from Burbank Airport is a taxi ($16–25) or a rental car. The best option from LAX is a shuttle ($16–25) or a rental car. Private car service can also be arranged; contact the hotel for details (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: Universal Studios and Citywalk shopping are within a short walk of the hotel. For other destinations, the hotel can arrange private car service, or guests can rent a car. The hotel offers valet ($16–25) and self-parking ($5–15). (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Lobby Lounge - Located adjacent to the restaurant, separated by etched-glass divider screens, this lobby lounge offers both bar and terrace seating.

Amenity highlights: Along with tropical plants, the lobby houses numerous museum-quality bronzes (including pieces by sculptor Frederic Remington) from the Whittaker Collection. The arboretum-style restaurant serves sumptuous Friday-Sunday seafood and prime rib buffets and Sunday champagne brunches. On the first floor, an outdoor pool and spa tub are surrounded by grassy gardens and offer views of the Hollywood Hills.

Insider tip: The Universal City Metro station is located 2 blocks from hotel, affording fast and easy subway access to Hollywood, downtown L.A., and other areas and attractions. Although it's possible to walk there, the path is steep, so guests often opt for the hotel’s free tram to the Universal Studios entrance, where another free shuttle provides transportation to the Metro station corner.