El Segundo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Segundo
El Segundo featuring signage and heritage architecture
El Segundo which includes a sandy beach
El Segundo featuring a park
El Segundo

Established by Standard Oil of California as its second (segundo, you got it) refinery city, this LA suburb is not the first destination you may think of, but it doesn’t have to be the last either.

Hosting the likes of Boeing, Chevron and Mattel and many other big businesses, El Segundo is more geared towards manufacturing than tourism. Luckily, El Segundo is close to popular SoCal beaches and just south of LAX airport. You can hop on a South Bay brewery tour or whale-watching cruise and if you follow Sepulveda Boulevard, you’ll soon hit L.A.’s urban attractions.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/El Segundo

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/El Segundo

3.5 out of 5
1440 E Imperial Ave, El Segundo, CA
The price is AU$210 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$210
per night
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,919 reviews)
No business center
No business center. I needed to print luggage tags but they had no computer and only 1 printer to use. A QR code was used to identify my self but I needed to send 6 separate emails to complete the task and could not print 6 at once

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/El Segundo
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

4 out of 5
1985 E Grand Ave, El Segundo, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$197 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$197
per night
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,057 reviews)
Great room great staff

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo

Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo

3 out of 5
525 N Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo, CA
The price is AU$238 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$238
per night
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,680 reviews)
Good place to stay. Shuttle was convenient, but be aware that it services multiple hotels. Plan ahead of time and make sure you give yourself a buffer. We almost missed our flight waiting for the shuttle to the airport during a busy morning. Not only is the shuttle busy, the whole hotel is. Breakfast ...

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo
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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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (739 reviews)
Very friendly staff. Room was very clean

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
9/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
Great location and room was clean and way larger than depicted. Great views as well.

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
Overall i enjoyed my stay.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
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Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood

3-in-1 fun is to be had by all at this part TV studio, part entertainment complex and part amusement park.

Universal Studios Hollywood
Dodger Stadium

Dodger Stadium

Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Dodger Stadium
Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Staples Center which includes a statue or sculpture, signage and shopping

Crypto.com Arena

This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.

Crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Convention Center

Los Angeles Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
University of Southern California

University of Southern California

Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Southern California, a top university in Los Angeles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Southern California

Activities

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

AU$166
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
LA with Starline Bus

City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$83
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

AU$69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Los Angeles: Celebrity Homes & Warner Bros. Studio Hollywood Package

Bundle & Save Combo: Warner Bros. Studio with the Celebrity Home Tour

AU$177
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Bundle & Save Combo: Warner Bros. Studio with the Celebrity Home Tour
Universal Studios Hollywood - Universal Express Ticket

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

AU$288
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Plus All New Marvel Universe 4D!

Madame Tussauds Hollywood

AU$49
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
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Reviews of El Segundo

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
13
5 - Excellent 34%
4 - Good
15
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
7
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 5%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

First time to LA and enjoyed Manhattan Beach and Rodondo Beach immensely

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Good for layover

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only stayed one night so didn’t really get to experience and venture.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great hotel. Would highly recommend to anyone travelling to LA.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Very average experience. Will not choose this in the future for my travel needs.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Room decor a bit dated but very clean

Cities near El Segundo

Los Angeles

Los Angeles

Inglewood

Inglewood

Manhattan Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Manhattan Beach

Redondo Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

Redondo Beach

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