this down-to-earth budget hotel off route 213 is 4 miles from redondo beach pier and 12 miles from the los angeles international airport. amenities include a complimentary continental breakfast and covered parking. all rooms include en suite bathrooms, free wi-fi and cable/satellite tv, plus minifridges and tea/coffeemakers. kids age 17 and under stay at no extra cost with an adult. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am Los Angeles International Airport 24 min
Seaside Lagoon (16 min) Seasonal spot for swimming, open during summer, with a sandy beach, snack bar & a play area. Wayfarers Chapel (24 min) Airy stone-&-glass chapel, designed by Lloyd Wright & set in a redwood grove. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium (19 min) Longtime aquarium showcasing Southern California fish via exhibits, a touch tank & other activities. Abalone Cove Shoreline Park (24 min) Expansive park by the ocean featuring 2 beaches plus trails, caves & picnic areas. Vincent Thomas Bridge (12 min) Harbor views from a suspension bridge opened in 1963 & used as a location in Gone in 60 Seconds. Watts Towers Arts Center (21 min) Historic landmark site featuring soaring steel towers adorned with glass, shells & colorful tiles. Aquarium of the Pacific (22 min) Pacific Ocean dwellers on display at this large aquarium with touch tanks & behind-the-scenes tours. Korean Friendship Bell (20 min) Set under an ornate pagoda, this historic bell was a gift from Korea & has expansive sea views. Dockweiler Beach (20 min) Bustling public beach offering a hang gliding training park, bonfires & views of departing aircraft. Redondo Beach Pier (13 min) Landmark pier known for scenic oceanfront dining, shopping & nightlife, plus music & festivals. Manhattan Beach Pier (25 min) This restored 928-ft. concrete pier is the oldest on the West Coast & features a cafe & an aquarium. Cabrillo Beach (20 min) Sandy beach created in 1927 featuring lifeguards, water sports & views of a lighthouse from 1913. Hermosa Beach Pier (21 min) Long-standing pier with ocean views, public restrooms & many food & drink options nearby. Battleship USS Iowa Museum (13 min) Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits. The Queen Mary (24 min) Ornate lodging on a 1936 ocean liner, offering art deco decor, fine-dining & a spa. |