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.

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

4 out of 5
1985 E Grand Ave El Segundo CA
The price is AU$192 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$192
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,413 reviews)
Nice staff and good breakfast. Rooms can be renovated.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
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$226 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$226
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,101 reviews)
Clean room, courteous staff adequate amenities, wonderful breakfast

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/El Segundo
Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo

Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo

3 out of 5
2000 E Mariposa Ave El Segundo CA
The price is AU$198 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$198
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,896 reviews)
Staff was very nice and professional. The room was clean and the bed and pillows very comfortable. We couldn't get the air conditioner turned down, so just ended up turning it off. The room was quiet and we appreciated the courtesy van to the airport. There were plenty of places to eat just across ...

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo
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Venice Breeze Suites

Venice Breeze Suites

3.5 out of 5
2 Breeze Avenue Venice CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,709 reviews)
If you want to Stay at Venice beach this is the place to go. Everything was walking distance. I stayed here for a night it was very comfortable. Hired a bike and roamed the entire boulevard. It was just fab.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Venice Breeze Suites
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 aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (772 reviews)
A lot of noise.

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Walk ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
Great location, 3/4 mins walk (1 block) from Hollywood Boulevard, room was clean, easy to use the keypad entry systems and non-contact check in - would highly recommend - we even used the in-room laundry.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 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
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
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
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
Six Flags Magic Mountain

Six Flags Magic Mountain

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Magic Mountain
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$164
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
LA with Starline Bus

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

AU$77
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$68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

AU$47
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Los Angeles: Celebrity Homes & Warner Bros. Studio Hollywood Package

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

AU$175
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bundle & Save Combo: Warner Bros. Studio with the Celebrity Home Tour
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Plus All New Marvel Universe 4D!

Madame Tussauds Hollywood

AU$48
per traveller
92% 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

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Inglewood

Inglewood

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Redondo Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

Redondo Beach

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