Stickboy

Can anyone recommend a hotel near to LAX. We're staying (my wife, 7 year old son and I) staying for a couple of nights on the way back from Hawaii. We have a car and can travel, but would like to be able to leave the car at the rental company on the night before we fly out first thing next morning (less hassle). Any suggestions or recommendations gratefully received.

boom_boom

It depends on your budget. All the usual major chains (Hilton, Sheraton, Mariott, Doubletree, Embassy Suites, etc.) have hotels in the area with free shuttles to the airport. Also some second tier chains, Hampton Inn, Fairfield Suites, etc. have hotels in the area and I think all ohave the free shuttles.

Orlando_Vic

A few years ago, on several occasions, I stayed at the Embassy Suites on Imperial. It was completely satisfactory in every way.
http://tinyurl.com/399fsea

Check out their Tripadvisor reviews: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g3...ia-Hotels.html

_______________________________________________
Vic's travels: http://my.flightmemory.com/vogilvie

janisj

You didn't ask, but if you'll have a car -- I personally wouldn't stay at LAX. One night before a very early AM flight -- sure. But two nights? I wouldn't.

I'd stay in Santa Monica or someplace nice - you'd still be convenient to the rental car returns.

krgystn

There is a nice Marriott in Manhattan Beach, only 10-15 min from LAX, but its expensive.

stumpworks73

I endorse the Embassy on Imperial and the Marriott Manhattan. I will add to the list the Crown Plaza in Redondo Beach. You are 20 minutes from excellent Southern California beach communities. Don't stay at the airport.

Jean

Try the Belamar Hotel in Manhattan Beach, just 4 miles from LAX. They're offering some rate discounts for 2-night stays through August, plus free parking, free wifi, free loaner bikes. It's close to restaurants, shopping, movies.

http://larkspurhotels.com/collection/belamar

joesorce

www.foghornhotel.com

www.seaviewinnatthebeach.com

or the Residence Inn near Manhattan Beach. All are 10-12 mins to Lax. I would not return the car the night before...rental return at LAX is a breeze, the shuttle vans are always right there waiting...no more trouble than waiting for a shuttle from your hotel in the morning (and wondering if they're going to show up on time).

tovarich

There's a very nice Motel 6 near Lax and they have a shuttle service to the airport.It's also close to the rental car shops.

janisj

2 nights in a Motel 6? Why?

Manhattan Beach would be better than Santa Monica - but either would be better than at LAX if one can avoid it.

tovarich

The motel 6 near LAX can easily be compared to a Best Western or other hotel. They have a fine restaurant and bar.You're close to the car rental shops and you have a shuttle service to/from the airport.What more do you need ?

mlgb

Embassy Suites would work for a family. I think they have an airport shuttle. There are a few other suite hotels in El Segundo, eg Homestead Studio, Residence Inn, Summerfield. You'll be near the beach at Manhattan Beach and some good shopping without the parking and traffic issues of Santa Monica. If they don't have shuttles a taxi shouldn't be too much.

toledo

I got the Westin at LAX through Hotwire for $73

Stickboy

Thanks very much everyone - plenty of food for thought !!