I live in Sierra Madre, and around 1991/1992, we had some major earthquake damage to our house. We were forced to move out for almost a year while repairs were made, and during that time we stayed at the Residence Inn in Arcadia.

The Residence Inn was just like being at home -- Except we had a maid, and we got free breakfast every morning and dinner (during the week), and we had a pool/spa/sports court! The suites are large with a full kitchen, living room, upstairs/downstairs (in our case), etc. Very nice.

We have been going back to the Residence Inn in Arcadia several times yearly ever since our stay there in 1991/1992, just to relax. Recently, they renovated the place, and the rooms are even nicer.

The rooms are pretty pricey, and I think it's best to book through their website. Also, I would suggest requesting a room NOT near the sports court, since kids like to bounce basketballs and make noise until the sports court closes, and that can be rather annoying.

PROS: Free breakfast/dinner during the week, large cozy rooms, nice area
CONS: Pricey rooms

This was the greatest hotel to stay in when we were looking for a place to live. The buffet breakfast and lite dinners were wonderful. I never had to buy meals outside of lunches. When I die and go to heaven there will be a place like the Marriot Residence Inn there to take care of me. No more cooking (even though the rooms have great kitchens) and no more cleaning!

PROS: Free happy hours w/ lite dinners and free breakfasts. Nice well maintained rooms.
CONS: A little pricey (but still worth the $).