THE VARDEN - A SELF-SERVICE MICRO HOTEL, Long Beach

The Varden - A Boutique Micro Hotel - #25 - A historic 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival boutique hotel with wine reception and continental breakfast

Dating back to the late 1920s, this 3-star Long Beach hotel preserves its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture while offering modern amenities. Originally established by circus performer Dolly Varden, The Varden features 35 air-conditioned rooms equipped with iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, fridges, and microwaves. Each room includes 300-thread-count sheets, marble subway tiles in bathrooms, and Lather bath products. Five historic airshafts transform into natural light sources throughout the hallways. The hotel serves complimentary continental breakfast and hosts evening wine receptions with light snacks in the lobby. Located in downtown Long Beach, near Pacific Avenue, the property stands 492.1 ft from Pine Avenue's trendy establishments. The Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary ocean liner, and Long Beach Art Museum are accessible via local buses, while Long Beach Airport is 5 miles away.

Pros

Historic airshafts provide natural lighting and reduce electrical consumption

Walking distance to multiple dining options including The Birdcage Coffee House, LA Traviata, and George's Greek Cafe

Complimentary evening wine reception with light snacks

Ceiling fans in lobby feature special liquid nickel construction

Cons

No on-site gym (available across the street)

No on-site restaurant (meals available from nearby establishments)