Los Angeles
North America · United States
Best Months
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Rec. Nights
5 nights
Airports
LAX, BUR, SNA
Avg. Cash
$84 - $3,443.5/night
Best Value
Overview
Los Angeles sprawls across Southern California with a magnetic energy that draws millions of visitors each year. The best time to visit is March through May and September through November, when temperatures are warm, skies are clear, and the notorious June Gloom marine layer is absent. October is considered the finest month by locals — warm, dry, and blissfully crowd-free after the summer tourist rush.
The city is impossibly diverse. Hollywood and the Sunset Strip deliver celebrity culture and nightlife, while Santa Monica and Venice Beach offer the quintessential California boardwalk experience. The Getty Center and LACMA anchor a world-class art scene, and neighborhoods like Silver Lake, Los Feliz, and Arts District pulse with independent restaurants and boutiques. Griffith Observatory provides iconic skyline views, and day trips to Malibu, Joshua Tree, or wine country in Santa Barbara are all within easy reach.
For points travelers, Los Angeles offers exceptional hotel coverage with 72 properties across major loyalty programs. From beachfront properties in Santa Monica to luxury towers in Downtown and Beverly Hills, the city has award-bookable options in every pocket. Properties like the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, Andaz West Hollywood, and Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey deliver aspirational stays at a fraction of the cash price when booked on points.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Los Angeles range from $84 to $3443.5 per night. Points redemptions offer 7.11+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
12 properties in Los Angeles bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dream Hollywood | Hyatt | 20,000 | $1,421 | 7.1¢ | ||
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa | Hyatt | 29,000 | $2,023 | 7.0¢ | ||
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills | Accor | 20,860 | $480 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills | Accor | 18,130 | $417 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
Days Inn by Wyndham Castaic Six Flags Magic Mountain | Wyndham | 15,000 | $194 | 1.3¢ | Jul 31 | |
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thousand Oaks-Newbury Park | Wyndham | 15,000 | $188 | 1.3¢ | May 22 | |
Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance | Marriott | 77,000 | $949 | 1.2¢ | May 23 | |
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel | Marriott | 116,500 | $1,204 | 1.0¢ | May 22 | |
Holiday Inn Express Los Angeles - LAX Airport | IHG | 27,000 | $165 | 0.6¢ | May 25 | |
Staybridge Suites Long Beach Airport | IHG | 40,000 | $234 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
Hilton Anaheim | Hilton | 65,000 | $363 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
Home2 Suites by Hilton Anaheim Resort | Hilton | 65,000 | $363 | 0.6¢ | May 22 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Dream Hollywood
If you have ALL Points:
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
If you have Points:
Days Inn by Wyndham Castaic Six Flags Magic Mountain
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Holiday Inn Express Los Angeles - LAX Airport
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Hilton Anaheim
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Getting There
LAX, BUR, SNA
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $84/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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