Los Angeles is experiencing warming temperatures in the early 20s by early April, offering potential for outdoor activities such as sightseeing, hiking, and beach visits. A package deal departing March 31 offers a seven-night stay with flights from Heathrow and 20kg of hold luggage.
The package, priced at £871 per person with Tui, includes flights with United Airlines. Travelers can reach the hotel from LAX via taxi for approximately £44, depending on traffic, or by taking the FlyAway bus to Union Station for £9, followed by a short metro ride to 7th Street for £1.
Accommodation is provided at the Freehand Los Angeles, a four-star hotel in a 1920s building. The hotel features a rooftop pool, a lobby with a cocktail bar and artisan coffee shop, and the Exchange restaurant, serving Mediterranean-Californian cuisine.
Attractions within walking distance of the hotel include The Broad contemporary art museum, the Grammy Museum (entry £17), and City Hall, which offers free skyline views. Gloria Molina Grand Park, Little Tokyo, and the Arts District are also nearby.
Universal Studios Hollywood is a half-hour metro ride from Union Station (£81), and Griffith Park—home to the Hollywood sign—is a 15-minute drive away. Santa Monica offers a pier, a solar-powered Ferris wheel (£12), and opportunities for cycling (hourly rental £11) and surfing lessons (£74).
Alternative accommodation options are available. A seven-night stay at the Hollywood Roosevelt, including flights, costs £1,395 per person departing March 31 with British Airways. A seven-night stay at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel, including flights, costs £2,004 per person departing March 31 with Virgin Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the £871 package?
The £871 package includes return Heathrow-Los Angeles flights, 20kg hold luggage, and seven nights’ room only at the Freehand Los Angeles.
How much does it cost to visit the Grammy Museum?
Entry to the Grammy Museum costs £17.
What is available at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel?
The Santa Monica Proper Hotel features two restaurants, an ayurvedic spa, a Peloton-stocked gym, a rooftop pool, and cabanas.
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