The well-maintained Tilt Hotel has a relaxed atmosphere along with a modern, Hollywood aesthetic. Guests enter through the covered parking garage, which feels something like a basement and sets the tone for what is an overall dimly lit property. Colorful neon signs, such as one that reads Box Office, decorate the lobby, along with bluish mood lighting, dark laminate floors, and comfy purple sofas. Free tea and coffee are offered in the lobby, and vending machines with various drinks and snacks can be found off the hallways, which have red walls and dark gray carpeting. Flowers adorn the public areas, and movie posters hang on the walls of the parking lot. Despite different types of lighting, many of the common areas are pretty dark. Guests tend to be tourists planning to visit nearby Universal Studios and other Hollywood sights, so they don't spend too much time on-site. 

On a bustling road right off the 101 highway is the tilt Hotel Universal / Hollywood, with shops and restaurants within walking distance. The Hollywood Bowl, Universal City Walk, and Universal Studios Hollywood are a few minutes' drive from the hotel, while the Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre are about five minutes away. The Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory are within 15 minutes' drive. The closest airport, Bob Hope Airport, is about 15 minutes away, and Los Angeles International Airport is around 35 minutes.

Large rooms are contemporary with a Hollywood movie theme. Red accent walls, and red satin bed runners and dust ruffles add shine and color, while gray, wood laminate floors run throughout. The headboards look like filmstrips, and there are artsy black and white photos of the Hard Rock Cafe decorating the walls. Long, white desks add counter and workspace, with coffeemakers on top. Each room has a flat-screen TV, and mini-fridges and microwaves are available by request (for a daily fee). Some rooms have sofa beds, large jetted tubs, and wet bars, as well. However, there have been past reports of a smoky smell, and some are dimly lit or have sloped floors. Bathrooms are brighter, with speckled granite countertops, and tan tiling on the floors and in the shower/tub combos; toiletries of various brands, such as Bath & Bodyworks, are provided. 

Free Wi-Fi is offered, though the signal strength varies throughout the hotel. Parking is available in the on-site lot, for a daily fee that is significantly lower than what guests would likely pay in public lots outside. Copying and faxing services are available, along with coin-operated laundry.