we come to long beach every year for a convention. we found this place 3 yrs. ago and so glad we did.the staff makes you feel like family.we always feel truly welcomed when we enter the front door.the service is unbelievable.and yummy beds love my little room. lovely continental breakfast and nice wine in the evening.Owners that truly care about... More

We picked the Varden for it's location, but a plus was the wonderful service and interesting history. The friendly environment created by the owners and staff made the continental breakfast and evening wine and snacks into comfortable social gatherings. We met interesting guests as well as the super friendly staff and owners. More

I have stayed at The Varden Hotel on 3 occasions now and this Hotel is the best in Long beach CA, every year we attend a local conference in the Long beach area and we always stay at The Varden hotel. The Staff( Adina, Melissa, and Jose) are WONDERFUL, the owners Charles and Larry are THE BEST. They really make... More

I recently stayed at The Varden in Long Beach while attending a show at the Long Beach Convention Center. What a refreshing change from the big American hotel chain rooms! My room was small but well thought out in its use of space and quite comfortable. Everyone I met on the hotel staff was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. It was... More

The staff and management of this small hotel are what makes the difference. Yes, it's cute, it's not a chain, it's "non-standard." Put your preconceptions aside and revel in a group of employees that really take care of you. And an owner that shows up at 6:00am and makes you a cup of coffee. I have worked at 5 star... More

Stayed here on a one day excursion to Long Beach. I booked this hotel because of all the hype of how clean it was, friendly staff, and location. The hotel is clean, but very stark with all the white accessories. It is a modest hotel with basic amenties. The toiletries were nice, and the wine reception was a good addition.... More

I loved this place. The people are very nice. Staff at night are fun to talk to. They give you free glasses of wine. The rooms were very nice. I am a clean freak. If you want clean, you will be happy with this selection. Owner is very nice. This is what people remember!! I will definetly be back there. More

Helpful, nice and curtious. Enjoyed my stay and will stay here again. Very clean and all you need for a couple nights stay. More

We planned to spend Christmas and NYear's with our daughter at her new and smaller apt in LB so had to find accomodations other than with her. After researching, we chose The Varden because of its size and + reviews. The Varden was not only central to downtown but to daughter as well. The energy and enthusiasm of ALL the... More