Do you have a connecting flight or a trip planned to Los Angeles? Here’s our advice on where to stay at Los Angeles airport.
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Do you have a stopover at Los Angeles airport? Are you waiting overnight for a delayed or canceled flight? Or perhaps you’re leaving early the next day and want accommodation close to the terminals? You’re in luck: Los Angeles airport is huge, and there are plenty of hotels to choose from.
In fact, sometimes it’s wiser to avoid the city and stay overnight at the airport. Downtown Los Angeles is easy to reach by public transport. However, it takes about thirty-five minutes to make the connection by bus or metro. Los Angeles airport is huge, and a major hub in North America. In fact, it ranks eighth in the world in terms of passenger numbers. As a result, you’ll find all the services you need on site. Need a little help finding a hotel? Then here’s our mini-guide to sleeping near Los Angeles airport.
Is Los Angeles airport open at night?
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Los Angeles Airport is open at night. Multiple bars, restaurants and stores are available 24 hours a day. What’s more, Wi-Fi is free and there are plenty of sockets for recharging your devices.
Need to wait a few hours at the airport and don’t want to stay in a hotel? Then it’s perfectly possible to doze off in the terminal. However, most seats have armrests and the noise is constant. So, for greater comfort, we advise you to book a hotel close to the airport.
Hotels where to stay near Los Angeles airport
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California’s largest airport has many hotels just a few minutes’ walk away. Our selection offers you the best hotels nearby. We advise you to book in advance using our online hotel comparator. Generally speaking, a room for two people costs between €65 and €200. Prices vary according to season and distance from the airport. Also, if you’re on a tighter budget, you can book Airbnb accommodations. These are located in downtown Los Angeles and can be reached by bus, metro or cab.
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport ****
This is the closest hotel to the airport, with a five-minute walk. If your luggage is heavy or bulky, a free shuttle service is available. What’s more, the staff are very friendly and speak all languages. Reception and room service are open 24 hours a day. Also, this establishment is ideal for a stopover, offering mid-day rooms from 6am to 6pm. And despite its proximity to the airport, the rooms are well soundproofed. A restaurant, lounge bar, fitness room and swimming pool are also available.
Courtyard Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard ***
This establishment is perfect if you’ve rented a car. It’s right next to the car rental parking lot. As a result, it takes just two minutes to reach the airport. However, free shuttles run to and from the airport every fifteen minutes, 24/7.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable. A restaurant is also available for meals and breakfast. You’ll also have free access to a fitness room.
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel ****
The Sheraton is a three-minute drive from the airport, and free shuttles are available. The hotel is very well equipped. In particular, the Costero California Bar and Bistro serves local specialties and a breakfast buffet. A Jacuzzi and heated swimming pool are also available. Rooms are also well-equipped, with 127 cm TVs. And if you have a daytime stopover, the hotel offers a mid-day rate from 9am to 6pm.
Super 8 Wyndham Los Angeles Airport **
The Super 8 offers excellent value for money. The hotel is located 1.7 km from the airport, a five-minute drive. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are free of charge. There’s also a gym and outdoor pool.
The Westin Los Angeles Airport ****
The hotel is located 1.6 km from the airport, about a five-minute drive with the free shuttle. Numerous services are available, including a swimming pool, spa and fitness room. The Westin lobby features a Starbucks, boutiques and a grill restaurant.
Where to stay near Los Angeles airport?
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Los Angeles is a huge city with plenty to discover. However, without a car it’s complicated. Would you like to explore the city center and the beaches, but still want to sleep near Los Angeles airport? If so, we recommend you book a car online, with Rentalcars for example. From the airport, all you have to do is take a shuttle bus, following the « Shuttle Rental Car » signs.
If you only have one night’s stay in Los Angeles. It’s best to choose from one of the nearby hotels on our list. Otherwise, here are a few places where you can stay and enjoy Los Angeles.
Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach lies just south of the airport, a fifteen-minute drive away. You can also reach the airport by bus on line 8. If you want to relax on the beach or rent a surfboard, this is the perfect spot. In fact, the beach is one of the most beautiful in Los Angeles. You can stroll along the waterfront and pedestrian streets. It’s a sporty beach with a workout area, bikes, rollerblades and beach volleyball.
There are also beautiful, typically American houses lining the ocean. And if you’re lucky, you’ll even be able to see dolphins at the edge of the pier.
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El Segundo
El Segundo is a small town in the Los Angeles area. It lies along Santa Monica Bay. The airport is 13 kilometers ( 15 minutes ) away. If you don’t have a car, you can take a shuttle or cab. Dockweiler Beach is also famous for its campfires and its view of the airplanes. What’s more, the beach has free parking, beach volleyball courts and a bicycle path. As a result, it’s a very noisy beach, but it’s California incarnate!
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Venice Beach
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If you have more time, you can stay in Venice Beach. This is the best-known city in the LA area. On the map, this coastal city appears to be close to the airport. However, the bay is huge and the liveliest center is just twenty minutes from the airport.
There are many beaches around Venice. The best known is Muscle Beach, the temple of bodybuilders. We all know this beach from American movies and the series Baywatch. Nearby, you’ll find a large skate park – that’s the real California. The Venice Canals district is also a must-see! The many canals are a copy of an American-style Venice.
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Where to park at Los Angeles airport?
Are you staying near Los Angeles and its beautiful beaches? Then you’ll find plenty of free parking. Then you can book an airport transfer to LAX directly online.
If you want to drive to the airport, you can book a parking lot near the airport. Rates are quite low, especially if you book your space online.