Welcome to the Arroyo Vista Inn – a wonderful Los Angeles bed and breakfast option. Enjoy classic elegance in historic South Pasadena.

When you are visiting Los Angeles from near or far, whether vacationing, traveling for business, or in search of an intimate retreat, your hotel should be a special place - an experience to remember. Come prepared for a time of peace and relaxation, because you deserve to be pampered.

The Arroyo Vista Inn, in South Pasadena, is nestled on a hill overlooking the beautiful Arroyo that links downtown Los Angeles and South Pasadena. More than just another chain of hotels in Los Angeles, our historic inn is actually a cozy yet spacious example of the classic Craftsman homes for which Pasadena is justifiably famous.

Old World Hospitality…With a Modern Touch

To enter the Arroyo Vista Inn is to step back in time. Built in 1910, the inn occupies a home designed by noted architect Lester Moore, and it is one of the few remaining examples of his residential design genius.

Lovingly restored by owner Pat Wright, the Arroyo Vista Inn now provides sumptuous hotel amenities. Each of the nine rooms has its own unique charm, combining antique furnishings and luxuriously appointed beds and linens, including 500 thread-count sheets. Every room has a private bath, and several rooms feature relaxing bubble-jet spa tubs. Four rooms have balconies. Each day you'll enjoy impeccable service, delicious gourmet breakfasts, and afternoon refreshments.

Our boutique hotel is also Los Angeles-modern to the core. We offer complete Wi-Fi and computer access. The result of a two-year green restoration, our hotel also provides our visitors with solar power, energy saving lamps, a GreenStay option, and environmentally sensitive body care products.

An Intimate Bed and Breakfast Ambience Unique in the Los Angeles Area


The windows and verandas of the Arroyo Vista Inn reveal magnificent views of the San Gabriel Mountains and the Arroyo itself, with its rolling hills and ancient oaks. These vistas inspired painters of yesterday and will take your breath away today.

From the expansiveness of the sitting room and dining room to the large front porch, our bed and breakfast gives a feeling of spaciousness and luxury, with a warm, personal feel you won’t find in any corporate hotel in Los Angeles. And of course, what we offer as a leading bed and breakfast hotel goes well beyond the inn itself.

An amazing cook, Pat Wright takes great pleasure in preparing an appetizing range of memorable breakfasts and treats for her guests, including her special French toast, fresh-baked cookies, and gourmet candies. She also employs fresh herbs and serves a variety of fresh fruits grown right on our property. By the way, we’re delighted to host special events and weddings here at the inn, with on-site catering available. 

A Peaceful Place to Escape and Unwind

The Arroyo Vista Inn is the only bed and breakfast hotel in South Pasadena with its own original cave wine cellar. We stock a wonderful selection of international and California wines to share with our guests.

You may wish to join us for an evening aperitif, composed of carefully selected cheeses and fine wines, served on the front porch. Meet your fellow guests and talk with Pat. Learn more about the history of the Arroyo, its notable residents in the arts, industry, and sciences.

Wander the grounds of our bed and breakfast hotel. Take in the views of Los Angeles and South Pasadena. Breathe deeply, relax, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Arroyo Vista Inn.

We look forward to having you as our guest.