I always stay at Lia and Garry's when I visit Pasadena, my hometown. It is super comfortable and clean, with a lovely back porch where you can sit outside and enjoy the mountain view. Lia and Garry are fonts of info about Pasadena and LA attractions and especially how to get around using public transportation. So a great place to stay if you don't want to drive — also if you do, as it is very convenient to all the freeways. Great local shopping and a wonderful addictive bakery around the corner. I only hope their place doesn't become so popular that I can't book a stay there whenever I want!