How to get to Hotel Figueroa from the airports
From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) take a taxi, rideshare, or shuttle for a direct drive to Hotel Figueroa at 939 S Figueroa St (the hotel is about a 35-minute drive depending on traffic). From regional airports or rail, use a combination of short taxis/rideshares and the Metro — the nearest rail stop is 7th Street/Metro Center, about a 0.5-mile walk from the hotel.
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From LAX (Los Angeles International Airport)
The simplest public option from LAX is a taxi or rideshare (Uber/Lyft) straight to Hotel Figueroa; travel time varies widely with traffic but is commonly around 35 minutes. Taxis and rideshares pick up at the designated curbside zones outside each terminal.
If you prefer transit, you can take the LAX FlyAway or a shuttle to a Metro rail station and transfer to the B/D/A/C lines to reach 7th Street/Metro Center, then walk to the hotel (a short walk of about four blocks). Exact transfer steps depend on which shuttle or rail lines you use.
- Taxi / rideshare: direct to 939 S Figueroa St; recommended if carrying luggage or arriving late.
- Airport shuttle + Metro: use LAX shuttle to Metro K Line or C Line connection, then transfer to 7th Street/Metro Center (final leg on a Metro A/B/D line).
- FlyAway bus: runs to Union Station — from there take Metro A/B/D one stop to 7th Street/Metro Center, then walk to the hotel.
| Option | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | Door-to-door service; variable drive time (often ~35 minutes) |
| FlyAway + Metro | FlyAway to Union Station; Metro one transfer to 7th Street/Metro Center; short walk |
| Shuttle + Metro | Airport shuttle to a Metro connection; transfer to reach 7th Street/Metro Center |
From Bob Hope / Hollywood Burbank (BUR)
From Burbank (Bob Hope) Airport the fastest public option is a taxi or rideshare directly to Hotel Figueroa. Driving time depends on traffic and route choice.
If you prefer rail, there are shuttles and public transit options into Union Station; from Union Station take the Metro A/B/D lines to 7th Street/Metro Center and walk the remaining distance.
- Taxi / rideshare: direct drop-off at 939 S Figueroa St.
- Shuttle to Union Station + Metro: common alternate when avoiding freeway driving during heavy traffic.
- If you choose rail, check shuttle schedules from BUR to Union Station in advance.
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | Straightforward, good with luggage |
| Shuttle to Union Station + Metro | Transfer to 7th Street/Metro Center for the last walk |
| Regional train (if available) | Arrive at Union Station, transfer to Metro to reach the hotel |
From Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Long Beach Airport travelers typically use taxi or rideshare for the most direct route to Hotel Figueroa. Driving routes vary with traffic and time of day.
Public-transit options involve taking local buses or a shuttle into the Long Beach transit center, then using Metro or regional rail connections to reach 7th Street/Metro Center followed by the short walk to the hotel.
- Taxi / Rideshare: direct, best with luggage.
- Local bus + Metro: more time-consuming and requires transfers; plan connections ahead.
- For large groups or specialty transport, consider arranging a private transfer in advance.
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | Speed and convenience |
| Bus + Metro | Lower cost, more time and transfers |
| Prebooked private transfer | Groups or special needs |
From Union Station (rail hub)
Union Station is the major rail hub for Los Angeles. From Union Station take the Metro A, B or D line one stop to 7th Street/Metro Center; from there Hotel Figueroa is about a half-mile walk (roughly four blocks).
Taxis and rideshares are also available outside Union Station if you prefer a shorter, direct trip to the hotel with luggage.
- Metro: A/B/D line to 7th Street/Metro Center — then walk to 939 S Figueroa St.
- Taxi / Rideshare: door-to-door from Union Station to the hotel.
- If you have heavy luggage, a short taxi may be easier than the Metro walk.
| Mode | From Union Station |
|---|---|
| Metro | One transfer to 7th Street/Metro Center, then walk ~4 blocks |
| Taxi / Rideshare | Direct to hotel; useful with luggage or late arrival |
| On-foot | Longer walk (not recommended with heavy bags) |
By Metro and local transit
Hotel Figueroa is convenient to downtown public transit: there's a bus stop across the street and the nearest Metro rail station is 7th Street/Metro Center, about four blocks away. Use the Metro for many points across the city and region, transferring as needed.
When using the Metro, check line maps and schedules for live updates and plan for a short walk from 7th Street/Metro Center to 939 S Figueroa St. Bring a TAP card or purchase fares via the official app.
- Nearest rail access: 7th Street/Metro Center — walk to hotel (about four blocks).
- Bus stops: services run along Figueroa Street with a stop near the hotel entrance.
- TAP card / app: required for most Metro fares; verify current fare rules and service alerts before travel.
| Transit | Hotel access |
|---|---|
| Metro rail | Get off at 7th Street/Metro Center; walk to hotel |
| Local bus | Stop across the street from Hotel Figueroa |
| Regional rail / shuttle | Transfer to Metro to reach 7th Street/Metro Center |
Driving and parking at Hotel Figueroa
Hotel Figueroa offers valet parking with 24-hour secured access and in-and-out privileges; self-parking is not available on-site. Rates vary by source and date, so confirm current pricing with the hotel before arrival.
There is on-site electric vehicle charging. If you plan to self-park in a nearby public lot, several public parking facilities are available in the L.A. Live / South Park area; check local signs and map listings for rates and hours.
- On-site: valet parking only; inquire with the hotel about current rates when booking or on arrival.
- EV charging: an electric car charging station is available on site.
- Nearby public lots: several surface and garage options exist around L.A. Live if you prefer to self-park.
| Parking option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet (on-site) | 24-hour access and in/out privileges; rate varies |
| Nearby public lots | Alternative for self-parking; watch hours and rates |
| EV charging | On-site charging station available |
Arriving late, groups, and accessibility
If you expect to arrive late in the evening, contact the hotel in advance using the phone number on your booking confirmation. The property asks guests arriving after 7:00 PM to inform the hotel in advance to confirm staffing and arrival arrangements.
Hotel Figueroa provides wheelchair-accessible paths to the elevator, registration desk and lounge, and accessible guestroom options. For group arrivals, contacting the Events or Sales team in advance is recommended to coordinate check-in for multiple rooms.
- Late arrival: notify the hotel if you plan to check in after typical front-desk hours.
- Accessibility: accessible routes to elevators and public areas are available; request accessible rooms during booking.
- Groups: contact the hotel’s events or sales team to arrange coordinated arrivals and room blocks.
| Arrival scenario | What to do |
|---|---|
| Late check-in | Contact hotel ahead of time (info on booking confirmation) |
| Group arrival | Coordinate with Events/Sales team |
| Accessible needs | Request accessible room or assistance when booking |
