West Gateway Travel Guide
Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!
Venice Beach
Bronze your body and rub shoulders with body builders and wacky performers at Los Angeles’ quirky urban shoreline, a colorful escape from the city.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket
The Escape Game at Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
West Harbor LA 45-Minute Narrated Harbor Cruise of San Pedro
Top hotels in West Gateway
Hilton Long Beach Hotel
"Tried booking 26 times a year for the next five years but Sales Manager never returned my calls or emails"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Anaheim
"Room was clean. Staff are nice."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Overall good experience. Not a fan of pay to park when you’re already paying a lot to stay at the hotel."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"The walls are really thin so there was a crying baby in the room next to us. We could hear the baby crying when we were trying to fall asleep. Also we were on the side of two busy streets. I will not stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"The room is clean we enjoyed our stay our first day there. It was only one tall in the bathroom the second day there there was no towels in the bathroom. The room key had to go down to the desk and replace it twice because it went open the door. The breakfast is absolutely outstanding. and the people ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"It was a nice place to stay. Conveniently walkable to Disneyland. The pictures didn’t match room we got. The air conditioner on wall was very loud. Mattress was not comfortable"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Gateway
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
