Pasadena lodgings run to the old standard national chains, plus a few funky 1950s-era motor lodges and the occasional upscale B&B. If you’re planning to stay in Pasadena over the New Year, book early!
The town fills up for the legendary Rose Parade. If your aim is to get yourself a room from which you can watch the Rose Parade, book earlier still; while you can get the perfect view from a room of your own, such places are at a premium during parade season.