I came to Pasadena to visit and work with colleagues from the California Institute of Technology (CIT/Caltech). The location was great and allowed me quick travel to and from Caltech. The other guests were quiet (I didn't even know they were there) and my room was comfortable and clean. I personally did not use the kitchen facilities but I took a quick look and it appeared that there were utensils and cookware and if I intended a longer stay I could have easily cooked for myself. Check-in could not have been easier.