El Segundo is directly east of LAX, making it the go-to base for aerospace and tech workers at campuses along Douglas Street and Nash Street, as well as travelers who want a quieter alternative to airport-adjacent Inglewood. These five hotels all carry verified El Segundo addresses and cover mid-range and upscale segments.
How we selected and ranked these hotels
Every hotel here carries a verified El Segundo city address, confirmed against the hotel's own website and major travel platforms.
- 1. Hotels with verified sustainability certifications or published eco-practices come first.
- 2. Within the same sustainability status, higher star ratings rank higher.
- 3. Where star ratings match, higher guest scores decide the order.
The list covers at least one mid-range and one upscale property, and every hotel is bookable through standard travel channels.
El Segundo hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Sustainability | Walk to transit (min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Hotel by Marriott Los Angeles South Bay | 4 | 9.0 | Marriott Serve 360 program | 12 |
| Hampton Inn & Suites LAX El Segundo | 3 | 9.0 | Hilton LightStay tracking | 14 |
| Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo | 3 | 8.8 | Marriott Serve 360 program | 10 |
| Hilton Garden Inn LAX - El Segundo | 3 | 8.4 | Hilton LightStay tracking | 8 |
| Cambria Hotel LAX | 4 | 8.2 | Not published | 6 |
Getting around from El Segundo
- El Segundo is served directly by three Metro K Line stations, Mariposa, El Segundo, and Douglas, along the Nash Street and Douglas Street corridor. The K Line also runs to the LAX/Metro Transit Center, which connects to the terminals via the Automated People Mover.
- Metro Bus Route 3 runs along Pacific Coast Highway and connects El Segundo to downtown Los Angeles. Route 232 covers El Segundo Boulevard toward Hawthorne.
- Most hotels along Nash Street and Pacific Coast Highway are within a 6-to-14-minute walk of a Metro Bus stop. Confirm the specific stop with your hotel before arrival.
- Several hotels offer a complimentary shuttle to LAX terminals. Verify availability directly with the property, as schedules vary.
What to expect from El Segundo hotels near LAX
The hotels along Nash Street and Pacific Coast Highway cater to a mix of corporate visitors and transit travelers. You get proximity to the Raytheon, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman campuses without the noise levels of properties directly on Century Boulevard. Pricing across this corridor runs below comparable LAX-area hotels in Inglewood, and most properties include parking, which matters if you're renting a car for South Bay meetings. The downtown El Segundo grid, centered on Main Street, is a 10-to-15-minute walk from most of these properties and has a walkable stretch of restaurants and coffee shops.
The corridor also has direct rail: the Metro K Line's Mariposa, El Segundo, and Douglas stations are all inside the city, which makes El Segundo one of the few LAX-adjacent bases you can reach without a car.
The hotels
AC Hotel by Marriott Los Angeles South Bay
2130 East Maple Avenue
9.0876 reviews
12 min walk to Metro Bus Stop, Pacific Coast Highway at Maple Avenue (Metro Bus Route 3)A 4-star pick in El Segundo's Nash Street corporate corridor, the top upscale option for business travelers visiting the aerospace campuses.
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Hampton Inn & Suites LAX El Segundo
888 N. Pacific Coast Hwy
9.01,747 reviews
14 min walk to Metro Bus Stop, Pacific Coast Highway at El Segundo Boulevard (Metro Bus Route 3)3-star value on Pacific Coast Highway in El Segundo, with Hilton LightStay sustainability tracking.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo
2135 East El Segundo Blvd
8.8113 reviews
10 min walk to Metro Bus Stop, El Segundo Boulevard at Sepulveda Boulevard (Metro Bus Route 232)Extended-stay suites on El Segundo Boulevard, built for multi-night corporate visitors who want a kitchen and room to spread out.
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Hilton Garden Inn LAX - El Segundo
2100 E Mariposa Ave
8.4580 reviews
8 min walk to Metro Bus Stop, Mariposa Avenue at Sepulveda Boulevard (Metro Bus Route 115)On East Mariposa Avenue in core El Segundo, within walking distance of the Sepulveda transit corridor and tracking energy use via Hilton LightStay.
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Cambria Hotel LAX
199 Continental Boulevard
8.2817 reviews
6 min walk to Metro Bus Stop, Grand Avenue at Sepulveda Boulevard (Metro Bus Route 115)A 4-star newer build on Continental Boulevard in El Segundo, close to the Grand Avenue business corridor.
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Frequently asked questions
Which El Segundo hotel has the highest guest score?＋
The AC Hotel by Marriott Los Angeles South Bay and the Hampton Inn & Suites LAX El Segundo both carry a 9.0 guest score, the highest among the five hotels on this list. The AC Hotel is a 4-star property; the Hampton Inn is a 3-star option at a lower price point.
Do any of these hotels have verified sustainability certifications?＋
Four of the five hotels participate in a verified sustainability program. The two Marriott properties use the Serve 360 framework, and the two Hilton properties use LightStay. Both programs track energy, water, and waste data and publish results in annual corporate sustainability reports. The Cambria Hotel LAX has no verified certification at this time.
Is there Metro Rail service in El Segundo?＋
El Segundo does not have Metro Rail stops within city limits. The nearest rail connection is the Metro C Line at LAX/Metro Transit Center, which you reach via the LAX Automated People Mover from the airport terminals. Within El Segundo, Metro Bus routes 3, 115, and 232 cover the main corridors along Pacific Coast Highway, Mariposa Avenue, and El Segundo Boulevard.
Which hotel is closest to the LAX terminals?＋
The Cambria Hotel LAX on Continental Boulevard is 0.2 miles from the DoubleTree anchor on Grand Avenue and is closest to the LAX perimeter among the five hotels listed. Most El Segundo hotels offer a complimentary shuttle to LAX terminals; confirm availability with your property before arrival.
Are these hotels suitable for extended corporate stays?＋
The Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo is purpose-built for multi-night stays, with suite-style rooms that include full kitchens. The AC Hotel and Cambria Hotel also cater to business travelers with meeting facilities and workspaces. All five properties are within a short drive of the aerospace and tech campuses along Douglas Street and Nash Street.
What is the difference between El Segundo hotels and hotels marketed as 'near LAX' in Inglewood or Hawthorne?＋
Hotels in Inglewood and Hawthorne are outside El Segundo city limits, even when marketed as 'near LAX.' El Segundo properties are east of the Pacific Coast and south of Imperial Highway, giving guests a quieter setting than the Century Boulevard corridor in Inglewood. All five hotels on this list carry verified El Segundo addresses.
