We stayed two nights at the Courtyard in Pasadena around Xmas 2002 using my X14 free weekend certificates. Very convenient location, on Fair Oaks just a couple of blocks north of Colorado Blvd, right around the heart of Old Town Pasadena's shopping district. Nice Courtyard, nothing fancy but clean and comfortable. I recall there is a restaurant on site but with all the great restaurants nearby we did not try it. I have not heard good things about that Hilton, though I haven't checked any reviews lately. But if you want to be within easy walking distance of Old Town, I think the Courtyard is more convenient. I would return to the Courtyard Pasadena if I were to visit the area again.