Hermosa Beach, CA

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Hermosa Beach showing general coastal views and a beach as well as a large group of people
Just south of Los Angeles is this small coastal city where you can enjoy live music, festivals, street fairs and a range of outdoor activities.

Learn to surf and play beach volleyball at Hermosa Beach. This oceanfront city is popular for outdoor activities, including swimming, cycling and jogging. Enjoy fresh seafood and international cuisines in many restaurants located around the pier.

Stroll along the Hermosa Beach Pier and find a peaceful spot to fish. Visit a famous comedy and magic club or see live performances in a rock music venue. Hermosa Beach is close to a marine education center and an aquarium. Learn about native marine and plant life in one of these remarkable facilities.

The Hermosa Beach Pier extends out into the Pacific Ocean. Scan for dolphins in the surf and watch surfers and body boarders ride waves. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Hermosa Beach skyline as you walk back toward the city.

Take a short walk from the center of Hermosa Beach to SEA Lab in Redondo Beach. This interactive facility aims to educate visitors on marine conservation and ecology. See native coastal plants growing in the nursery and spot eels and starfish in one of the aquariums.

Watch standup comedy from some of the world’s best comedians at The Comedy & Magic Club. This iconic venue has hosted comic greats, including Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno. Enjoy a meal before or during the show.

Stop at the nearby Roundhouse Aquarium on Manhattan Beach, located at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier. The aquarium aims to teach visitors about marine life and the environment through educational classes and viewing tanks. The aquarium is free to enter and includes activities for children.

Hermosa Beach is located about 7 miles (11 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport. Enjoy global cuisines, including Mediterranean, Italian and Mexican, in restaurants near the pier. Visit a grill for fresh seafood straight from the Pacific Ocean.

Come to Hermosa Beach for excellent restaurants, outdoor activities and live entertainment.

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is $101 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$101
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
6/10 (6,162 reviews)
"Perfectly fine airport hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is $122 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
$122
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,014 reviews)
Good Experience
"Our would say that our stay was a good one...room was clean, quiet, the bed slept wonderfully, the bath tub and shower were clean, and the food in the Dining Room on the 2nd floor was EXCEPTIONAL! I had one of the most awesome Chinese Chicken Salads EVER! Overall, a good place to stay when in ..."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
4 out of 5
6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is $127 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$127
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,883 reviews)
"Great hotel. Super busy around 10pm for check in. Parking is super expensive on property but there is a parking lot out back for $24 (you have to pay every time you go in and out)."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
"As an advocate of adaptive reuse of historic buildings I enjoyed experiencing the attractive converted apartment -hotel spaces. Somewhat more comfortable sofas/chairs would have made my stay nicer, as would retrofit of the street-facing windows to make them more sound-proof. Also, the environment ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Venice Breeze Suites
Venice Breeze Suites
3.5 out of 5
2 Breeze Avenue, Venice, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,516 reviews)
"Right on the beach. Right in the middle of all the happenings"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2024

Venice Breeze Suites
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
2 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (29 reviews)
"Excellent instructions on how to find the place and get in. Decently located for Ubering to destinations. Walking distance to a Target, which was great for groceries. Unit was spacious and well equipped. Fast internet. One of the windows however couldn't be fully closed. Not a big deal because the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2024

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

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Hermosa beach os why we came. Hernosa means beautiful in spanish. That beach, its people are beautiful! We will coke back but not tonthis hotel.

5/5 - Excellent

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Pier Avenue has lots of restaurants and shops.

4/5 - Good

AC

Liked the beach. Fun atmosphere with good food options.

5/5 - Excellent

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Our first trip and it was perfect. Beautiful beach, wonderful city, and great food/shopping/entertainment options within a 1-2 minute walk.

4/5 - Good

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Traffic sucks every where in LA.

5/5 - Excellent

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Cute town very safe!

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