Hotels in Long Beach

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With a dichotomy as one of the world's busiest container ports and naturally stunning beaches, the coastal city of Long Beach in California wears its interesting identity very well. First and foremost, it's a beach city. Sitting at the mouth of the Los Angeles River— other than its beaches, Long Beach's pleasing mix of waterfront attractions, maritime icons, museums, and excellent shopping appeal to millions of visitors from all over the world. Located just 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach is an excellent base to explore the broader region of Southern California.

With over 6 million visitors arriving in Long Beach every year, you can trust the city has plenty of vacation accommodation options on offer. You can rent anything from 5-star villas and penthouse suites to quaint B&Bs and cheap seaside hotels.

Neighborhoods of Long Beach

The areas of most interest to visitors are:

  • Downtown: As the Host of the 2028 Olympics, the city's center is home to the most attractions, plenty of shops, and many restaurants.
  • Shoreline Village: Many quaint shops, an Irish pub, and several restaurants run along the dock, where you can catch some seaside R&R.
  • East Village Arts District: This community is peppered with beautiful murals and colorful graffiti. It's full of restored historic buildings, quirky little shops, art galleries, and a good mix of restaurants.
  • Naples: Built upon three canal islands, visitors come here for gondola rides, The Fountain, boutique shopping, fine dining, and nightlife.

What to see and do in Long Beach

Indoors and out, the city has several world-class attractions, including:

  • Beaches: Who doesn’t love a day at the beach? Top picks include Alamitos near downtown, Belmont Shore with a pier, family-friendly Junipero that's popular with sporty types, and Peninsula Bayside with its beautiful views.
  • The Queen Mary: In 1967, this decommissioned huge and luxurious liner has a long, interesting history. It is permanently docked in San Pedro Bay and open for tours. Moored next door is the Scorpio submarine, a Russian Cold War vessel.
  • Battleship Iowa: Also docked in San Pedro Bay, This massive warship can be toured and guided via a web app.
  • Aquarium of the Pacific: The Aquarium is an enthralling exhibit with hands-on attractions. It features flora and fauna from the four main habitats along California's coast.
  • Museum of Latin American Art: The museum has a unique collection of art and a sculptured garden.
  • Rancho Los Alamitos: There is an original 1800s adobe-style house anchoring this historical agricultural attraction.
  • Whale Watching Tours: Boating companies operate tours to see humpback whales and dolphins swimming in Los Angeles Bay.
  • Catalina Island: This favorite vacation island sits 22 miles across the sea and is accessible through regular boat services at Dockside.

What to eat in Long Beach

This destination is SoCal, and it’s on the ocean, so the city's favorite foods almost always contain seafood with a heavy dose of modern Californian cuisine. Still, the dining scene is vibrant, very eclectic, and reflects the influence of a diverse range of cultures. Any cuisine that you can think of, national or international, is probably on the restaurant menus or in the food trucks at Long Beach. Restaurants are everywhere and cater to all tastes. There’s no shortage of vegetarian and vegan eateries, and you’ll also find plenty of southern soul food. Other international influences include Mexican, Greek, Italian, Asian, Argentinian, and Turkish delights. It's always a special treat to eat outdoors here, particularly while overlooking the ocean.

Typical events and festivals in Long Beach

The city enjoys many celebrations, and it makes the most of its natural assets to present them to visitors. Top events include:

  • The Sea Festival: Many of the events from June through August center around the beaches and the ocean.
  • CSULB Wide Screen Film Festival: Held in October is an artist in residence event. A major name in the movie industry discusses and showcases its work.
  • Holiday Season: This city goes all out for Christmas, with many neighborhoods holding unique events. Main attractions include the Parade of a Thousand Lights, the Christmas Boat Parade, and the Naples Island Christmas Parade.

How to move around in Long Beach

Public transport is well organized in Long Beach, making it very easy for visitors to move around in town. The Transit Passport Bus is a free service operating throughout most of the major downtown attractions. Outside downtown and in other surrounding areas, fares come into play, but you can buy one-day passes for just $2.50 or less. There are also water buses that are super fun to ride.

The climate in Long Beach

Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, the city has hot summers and warm winters. The average daily temperature from July to September reaches a pleasant high of 83° F. However, some hotter days can get slightly uncomfortable with high humidity and extreme heat. The average winter low rarely falls below 45° F. Since the summer is the driest time of the year, it's the most popular vacation time for Long Beach, California.

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Hotel Long Beach Marriott

Hotel Long Beach Marriott

4.4 mi from city centre Good location
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Hotel Maya A Doubletree

Hotel Maya A Doubletree

1,397 yd from city centre Excellent location
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Hotel Hyatt Regency Long Beach

Hotel Hyatt Regency Long Beach

718 yd from city centre Excellent location
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Hotel The Queen Mary

Hotel The Queen Mary

1.1 mi from city centre Excellent location
Hotel Renaissance Long Beach

Hotel Renaissance Long Beach

400 yd from city centre Excellent location
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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Long Beach

The most centrally located hotels in Long Beach with the best ratings are: Hotel Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach, Hotel Courtyard Long Beach Downtown and Hotel Hyatt Regency Long Beach.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Long Beach, the average price per night is 119 , while you will pay an average of 118 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 160 .

Hotel Long Beach Marriott is the closest one to Long Beach.

You can make reservations at Hotel Courtyard Long Beach Downtown and Hotel Renaissance Long Beach if you´re looking for a hotel with valet service for your visit to Long Beach.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Long Beach, we recommend Hotel Golden Sails, Hotel Courtyard Long Beach Downtown and Hotel Renaissance Long Beach.

If you´re looking for peace and quiet and want to stay at an adult-only hotel in Long Beach, we recommend Motel La Bonita Inn.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Long Beach are Hotel Hilton Long Beach, Hotel The Westin Long Beach and Motel Super 8 By Wyndham Long Beach.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Long Beach with express check-in and check-out are Hotel Renaissance Long Beach, Hotel The Westin Long Beach and Motel La Bonita Inn.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Long Beach are Hotel The Cove, Hotel Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach and Hotel Golden Sails.

In Long Beach, Hotel Golden Sails, Hotel Courtyard Long Beach Downtown and Hotel Long Beach Marriott offer 24-hour front desk service.