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Based on 3907 guest reviews
Check In: | 3:00pm |
Check Out: | 12:00pm |
Year of Last Renovation: | 2010 |
Floors: | 12 |
Rooms: | 740 |
Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
Non Smoking Rooms: | 740 |
Handicap Rooms: | |
Suites: | 32 |
Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
Meeting Rooms: | 43 View Spaces |
Meeting Space: | sq. feet |
Banquet Space: | Holds people |
Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11am -12am |
Pool Info: Soak up some Southern California sun poolside. Featuring a heated pool and whirlpool, The Westin Los Angeles Airport provides guests with a refreshing oasis to start or end their day. | |
Ownership: | HOST |
Cancellation: 72 Hour Cancellation Policy | |
Nightly Parking: | 30 |
Total Taxes: | 15.77% |
Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Occupancy Tax: | 14.06% |
City Tax: | 1.50% |
The Westin is ideally located 2 miles from Los Angeles International Airport. Complimentary 24-hour shuttle service is provided. Shuttles run every 20-30 minutes. To maximize your time, the drive to LAX is less than 10 minutes; taxi fare averages between $10.00 and $20.00.
Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to and from LAX runs every 20-30 minutes.The Westin is also serviced by the Ocean Express shuttle with service to Manhattan Beach for a round-trip $5.00 ticket.
Eat well at Westin. Start your right day with a hearty breakfast served at Daily Grill. On the go? Stop into Cafe BLVD for gourmet Starbucks Coffee beverages and takeaway offerings. Make the most of your stay by upgrading to the Westin Executive Club levels with complimentary continental breakfast daily.
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.The Westin highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Westin Los Angeles Airport.
Feel free to use the The Westin Los Angeles Airport meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Los Angeles event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6' | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10' | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk |
Grand Ballroom | 83 x 161 x 18 | 13363 | --/1000 | -- | 960 | -- | -- | -- | 62/-- | 1500 | 1700 | -- |
Close This Grand BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 13363 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 83 x 161 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Grand Ballroom A | 83 x 36 x 11 | 2988 | --/200 | -- | 190 | -- | -- | -- | 13/-- | 332 | 380 | -- |
Close This Grand Ballroom ARoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2988 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 83 x 36 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Grand Ballroom B or C | 83 x 45 x 18 | 3735 | --/248 | -- | 300 | -- | -- | -- | 16/-- | 413 | 469 | -- |
Close This Grand Ballroom B or CRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 3735 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 83 x 45 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Grand Ballroom D | 83 x 35 x 11 | 2905 | --/193 | -- | 170 | -- | -- | -- | 12/-- | 320 | 360 | -- |
Close This Grand Ballroom DRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2905 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 83 x 35 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Grand Ballroom Foyer | 25 x 161 x 11 | 4025 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 500 | -- |
Close This Grand Ballroom FoyerRoom Type: Foyer Total Size: 4025 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 161 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Westchester | 37 x 50 x 8 | 1850 | --/124 | -- | 93 | 60 | 64 | -- | 7/-- | 195 | 238 | -- |
Close This WestchesterRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 1850 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 37 x 50 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Westchester A or B | 37 x 25 x 8 | 925 | --/61 | -- | 46 | 30 | 31 | -- | --/-- | 96 | 117 | -- |
Close This Westchester A or BRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 925 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 37 x 25 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Outdoor Terrace | 80 x 60 x 0 | 4800 | --/200 | -- | 150 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 300 | 500 | -- |
Close This Outdoor TerraceRoom Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 4800 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 80 x 60 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: Yes Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Trattoria | 48 x 49 x 8 | 2352 | --/100 | -- | 15 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 50 | 125 | -- |
Close This TrattoriaRoom Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 2352 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 48 x 49 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Concourse Ballroom | 50 x 84 x 10 | 4200 | --/350 | -- | 280 | -- | -- | -- | 21/-- | 450 | 530 | -- |
Close This Concourse BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 50 x 84 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Concourse A or B | 50 x 42 x 10 | 2100 | --/175 | -- | 130 | 58 | 40 | -- | 10/-- | 225 | 265 | -- |
Close This Concourse A or BRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2100 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 50 x 42 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Concourse Foyer | 30 x 80 x 12 | 2400 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 240 | -- |
Close This Concourse FoyerRoom Type: Foyer Total Size: 2400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 30 x 80 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Theater | 43 x 62 x 13 | 2666 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 208 | -- | -- |
Close This TheaterRoom Type: Auditorium Total Size: 2666 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 43 x 62 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? Yes Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Kennedy | 27 x 40 x 10 | 1080 | --/70 | -- | 55 | 40 | 38 | -- | --/-- | 115 | 140 | -- |
Close This KennedyRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1080 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 27 x 40 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
La Guardia | 27 x 40 x 10 | 1080 | --/70 | -- | 55 | 40 | 38 | -- | --/-- | 115 | 140 | -- |
Close This La GuardiaRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1080 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 27 x 40 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Logan | 27 x 40 x 10 | 1080 | --/70 | -- | 55 | 40 | 38 | -- | --/-- | 115 | 140 | -- |
Close This LoganRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1080 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 27 x 40 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Midway | 27 x 40 x 10 | 1080 | --/70 | -- | 55 | 40 | 38 | -- | --/-- | 115 | 140 | -- |
Close This MidwayRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1080 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 27 x 40 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
O'hare | 22 x 52 x 10 | 1080 | --/60 | -- | 60 | -- | 44 | -- | --/-- | 120 | 145 | -- |
Close This O'hareRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1080 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 52 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
National | 22 x 45 x 10 | 990 | --/60 | -- | 55 | 40 | 38 | -- | --/-- | 115 | 125 | -- |
Close This NationalRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 990 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 45 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Orly | 22 x 38 x 10 | 836 | --/50 | -- | 36 | 35 | 32 | -- | --/-- | 70 | 100 | -- |
Close This OrlyRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 836 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 38 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Sea-Tac | 25 x 22 x 10 | 550 | --/36 | -- | 30 | 24 | 24 | -- | --/-- | 58 | 70 | -- |
Close This Sea-TacRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 550 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 22 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Templehoff | 22 x 24 x 10 | 528 | --/36 | -- | 24 | -- | 20 | -- | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This TemplehoffRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 528 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 24 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Heathrow | 15 x 25 x 10 | 375 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This HeathrowRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 375 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 25 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Stapleton | 14 x 24 x 10 | 336 | --/12 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | 20 | 25 | -- |
Close This StapletonRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 336 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 14 x 24 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Dulles | 15 x 20 x 10 | 300 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This DullesRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 300 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 20 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
329 | 19 x 39 x 8 | 741 | --/50 | -- | 39 | -- | 34 | -- | --/-- | 76 | 50 | -- |
Close This 329Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 741 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 39 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
315 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/30 | -- | 24 | -- | 23 | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 315Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
320 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 320Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
321 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 23 | -- | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 321Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
328 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 23 | -- | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 328Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
361 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | 23 | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This 361Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
336 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 23 | -- | 22 | --/-- | 55 | 60 | -- |
Close This 336Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
337 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 1620 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 23 | -- | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 337Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1620 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
344 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | 30/-- | -- | 24 | 23 | -- | 22 | --/-- | 54 | 60 | -- |
Close This 344Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
380 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This 380Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
381 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This 381Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
384 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This 384Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
385 | 19 x 26 x 8 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This 385Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
302 | 19 x 13 x 8 | 494 | 12/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | 15 | -- | -- |
Close This 302Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
306 | 19 x 13 x 8 | 247 | 12/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | 15 | -- | -- |
Close This 306Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 247 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
308 | 19 x 13 x 8 | 247 | 12/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | 15 | -- | -- |
Close This 308Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 247 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
310 | 19 x 13 x 8 | 247 | 12/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | 15 | -- | -- |
Close This 310Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 247 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. | ||||||||||||
Hangar 340 | 19 x 13 x 8 | 247 | 12/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | 15 | -- | -- |
Close This Hangar 340Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 247 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Amenities Available
Every one of our flexible meeting and event spaces can be tailored to your preferences. Rates for each space are fully negotiable based on the event you have in mind. |
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
Check out time is 12:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
There are 740 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Yes, they have 43 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Eat well at Westin. Start your right day with a hearty breakfast served at Daily Grill. On the go? Stop into Cafe BLVD for gourmet Starbucks Coffee beverages and takeaway offerings. Make the most of your stay by upgrading to the Westin Executive Club levels with complimentary continental breakfast daily.
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Hot Deals Membership Card Required Deluxe Double 2 Queen Refrigerator 300sqft 27sqm 310sqft
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Soak up some Southern California sun poolside. Featuring a heated pool and whirlpool, The Westin Los Angeles Airport provides guests with a refreshing oasis to start or end their day..