6 hours Lay in LA - Lounge Options

[knagelli]

We have a 6.5 hour lay over in LA before the flight to MEL. What are the different lounge options available at LA , note I am not a Gold/Platinum member hence VA/Emirates lounge is not an option. Appreciate any inputs/suggestions.

 

[Steamrollersam]

Try LoungeBuddy app and plug in your flight/FF status/CC details.

 

[clipped_wings]

OT, but if I had the money to invest - I would build a fabulous small hotel near LAX (or any major X airport) and offer "day rooms" for people such as yourself. The rates would be basic and affordable - and offer simple facilities such as showers, daybeds (no sheets) and TV's PLUS a scale in every room for luggage. There would be a café style restaurant downstairs and a well appointed workstation for the business types. And don't forget the shuttle!

I've lost count how many times our family has shelled out a full night's accommodation near LAX, just so we have somewhere to hang between a 10am checkout and an 11pm departure.

 

[knagelli]

OT, but if I had the money to invest - I would build a fabulous small hotel near LAX (or any major X airport) and offer "day rooms" for people such as yourself. The rates would be basic and affordable - and offer simple facilities such as showers, daybeds (no sheets) and TV's PLUS a scale in every room for luggage. There would be a café style restaurant downstairs and a well appointed workstation for the business types. And don't forget the shuttle!

I've lost count how many times our family has shelled out a full night's accommodation near LAX, just so we have somewhere to hang between a 10am checkout and an 11pm departure.

Ok , so does it mean there is no lounge at LAX that can be used for free at LAX airport. I should have informed that I am a Plat Charge Card Holder and on checking it does indicate that the Korean Air Lines lounge will be free for plat charge card holder. However as I will be having my wife and kiddo with me , not sure how that will work out.

 

[newmarket]

Hotelsbyday.com has lots of day use rates. I use the Courtyard LAX which has the latest checkout at 9pm. $75 to $95 depending on when you checkin.

There are lots of their places too.

 

[PDF]

Many years ago we had a similar length layover going from international to domestic. We got in a taxi and headed to the local shopping mall for a walk - just to get out of the terminal and get some fresh air. But going dom - intnl could be tight, especially with longer security lines now.

 

[newmarket]

Manhattan Beach is nice for lunch too. Probably 15 minutes away by taxi or Uber.

 

[DC3]

In-N-Out Burger.

Plane Spotting at the LAX In-N-Out Burger • Dan Sorensen

Plane Spotting at the LAX In-N-Out Burger

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[Harthagan]

That's a very long time to spend in a lounge. Last time I went to the Emirates lounge in LAX we had 2 hours and after eating showering and having a few drinks we still thought it was a little bit too long. I'd say anything over 4 hrs and I'd be looking to get out of the airport for sure if at all possible

 

[knagelli]

That's a very long time to spend in a lounge.

Yes , it is indeed. However we will be changing terminals from domestic to international , clear the security and then head to lounge. Even couple of hours to relax without having to wander will still be good with a toddler.

 

[Harthagan]

Yes , it is indeed. However we will be changing terminals from domestic to international , clear the security and then head to lounge.

Yup I guess that will take up between between 45 to 90 mins so will still leave a long stint in the lounge but sure beats waiting around at the gate

 

[Yipchoi]

Hilton LAX provide day rooms I recall from my last trip staying with them

 

[knagelli]

Hilton LAX provide day rooms I recall from my last trip staying with them

Thanks will try checking with them.

 

[UP4014]

OT, but if I had the money to invest - I would build a fabulous small hotel near LAX (or any major X airport) and offer "day rooms" for people such as yourself. The rates would be basic and affordable - and offer simple facilities such as showers, daybeds (no sheets) and TV's PLUS a scale in every room for luggage. There would be a café style restaurant downstairs and a well appointed workstation for the business types. And don't forget the shuttle!

I've lost count how many times our family has shelled out a full night's accommodation near LAX, just so we have somewhere to hang between a 10am checkout and an 11pm departure.

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[UP4014]

We have a 6.5 hour lay over in LA before the flight to MEL. What are the different lounge options available at LA , note I am not a Gold/Platinum member hence VA/Emirates lounge is not an option. Appreciate any inputs/suggestions.

It sounds like a long time, but will be only half if you allow plenty of time to get through to your Mel flight.

 

[DC3]

Hilton LAX provide day rooms ...

Day Rate 9.00am-6.00pm is about $US109 + $17 tax. Free hotel shuttle every 20+ minutes. Swimming pool.

 

[juliusg]

OT, but if I had the money to invest - I would build a fabulous small hotel near LAX (or any major X airport) and offer "day rooms" for people such as yourself. The rates would be basic and affordable - and offer simple facilities such as showers, daybeds (no sheets) and TV's PLUS a scale in every room for luggage. There would be a café style restaurant downstairs and a well appointed workstation for the business types. And don't forget the shuttle!

I've lost count how many times our family has shelled out a full night's accommodation near LAX, just so we have somewhere to hang between a 10am checkout and an 11pm departure.

Most airport hotels sell a day room, some quote silly prices but just walk to the next one. They are usually clustered in walking distance.

 

[clipped_wings]

I've looked at all the options that currently exist. But none of them offer anything more than a complete ripoff.

I was proposing something around USD70 per room - everything else is currently over USD175 for a half day. That is totally cost prohibitive for most people at the end of their vacation.