Van Nuys, CA

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Van Nuys
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Where to stay in Van Nuys

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Valley Glen

4/5(1 area review)

Home to Los Angeles Valley College, Valley Glen boasts the picturesque Community Park with a baseball diamond and picnic tables, as well as the half-mile-long Great Wall of Los Angeles mural, a historic landmark.

Valley Glen
The shark-faced nose of a P-40 aircraft of the Flying Tigers on display at the airport. The Van Nuys Airport was Amelia Earhart's last stop before she vanished in the Pacific.

Lake Balboa

3.5/5(103 area reviews)

Discover a variety of activities at Lake Balboa Park, including pedal boats, fishing, and barbecue pits. Explore nearby attractions like The Japanese Garden, Woodley Park, and the Orange Line Bikeway.

Lake Balboa
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
3.5 out of 5
5525 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys, CA
The price is SAR 539 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
SAR 539
SAR 626 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,437 reviews)
"Carpet was extremely dirty. Location was convenient to dining."

Reviewed on 26 June 2025

Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Gilmore One
Gilmore One
2.5 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
The price is SAR 247 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
SAR 247
SAR 496 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sherman ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious common area, large TV with subscription. Room and private toilet is also very clean and bed is comfortable with large full length mirror. The building is a bit hard to find with limited street parking. The place is walking distance to McDonald’s and 711, with around 10-15 ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2025

Gilmore One
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
4 out of 5
361 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
The price is SAR 521 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
SAR 521
SAR 606 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,350 reviews)
"Best place to stay in LA period!"

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gilmore One
Gilmore One
2.5 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sherman ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious common area, large TV with subscription. Room and private toilet is also very clean and bed is comfortable with large full length mirror. The building is a bit hard to find with limited street parking. The place is walking distance to McDonald’s and 711, with around 10-15 ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2025

Gilmore One
Luxurious Townhome
Luxurious Townhome
5 out of 5
14539 Weddington St, Van Nuys, CA
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished patios. Popular attractions Universal Studios Hollywood and The ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Perfect home for our family to stay in on a trip to Universal Studios. Only 15 mins from the park. 3 nice bedrooms in a fairly new home. Clean, quiet house, in a safe neighborhood. Owners are very friendly and responsive, and addressed a minor issue we had very promptly. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 24 June 2025

Luxurious Townhome
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (657 reviews)
BEAUTIFUL room!
"Such an amazing experience! The hotel staff was knowledgeable, helped with food and activity recommendations. The room was phenomenal, most comfortable beds ever! Spacious. The views in the penthouse were incredible. It was a great location, too! I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 June 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Van Nuys

3.5
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
33
5 - Excellent 18%
4 - Good
60
4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
73
3 - Okay 39%
2 - Disappointing
10
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
10
1 - Terrible 5%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Traffic was unbearable.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Old. You have to keep an extra eye out when driving since this area is considered a hot spot for auto accidents in Los Angeles. I believe Van Nuys has 6 of the top 10 most dangerous intersections in Los Angeles.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

This city is for living not vacation, but it’s nice to visit friends here.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I was scammed and this is bullshit

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Traffic

4/5 - Good

Hervé

Nice area.