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$236 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,176 reviews)
"It was useful being close to the LAX and with a free shuttle service. Enjoyed the toffee pudding dessert!"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - 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$236 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in El Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,469 reviews)
"I love staying at this hotel for the location convenience and comfort."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

Sonesta Select Los Angeles 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$269 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,767 reviews)
"The room, hotel interior & breakfast were great!"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/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! (613 reviews)
"Awesome room for a great price in a fantastic location! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Casas On Cordova Street
Casas On Cordova Street
2 out of 5
1864 Cordova St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live are ...
Fantastic place in the heart of Los Angeles
"This place is very convenient and friendly staff. Lucky the manager is awesome. I liked it here so much om now a resident."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

Casas On Cordova Street
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 property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,626 reviews)
"We chose Venice Breeze due to the distance to a family event at 8 Brooks. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful and it was very clean. What we didn't like: Parking is painful"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Venice Breeze Suites
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Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood

4.5/5(153 reviews)

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
Six Flags Magic Mountain

Six Flags Magic Mountain

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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
Los Angeles Convention Center

Los Angeles Convention Center

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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

Los Angeles Convention Center
Dodger Stadium

Dodger Stadium

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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

Dodger Stadium
Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Long Beach Cruise Terminal

4/5(27 reviews)

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

4.5/5(68 reviews)

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

Activities

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

AU$70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Knott's Berry Farm Tickets

Knott's Berry Farm Tickets

AU$111
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Knott's Berry Farm Tickets
LA with Starline Bus

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

AU$79
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

AU$55
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket

Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket

AU$28
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Los Angeles: Hollywood Night Tour with Griffith Observatory

Los Angeles: Hollywood Night Tour with Griffith Observatory

AU$61
per adult
Los Angeles: Hollywood Night Tour with Griffith Observatory
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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

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