Top things to do around Hotel Figueroa
Hotel Figueroa sits at 939 S Figueroa St in Downtown Los Angeles and is an easy base for L.A. Live, Crypto.com Arena, the GRAMMY Museum and nearby theaters. Top things to do include attending a game or concert at Crypto.com Arena, museum visits, a swim at the hotel’s coffin-shaped courtyard pool, and dining at on-site restaurants such as Cafe Fig, La Casita, Bar Magnolia and Florence by the Water.
In this guide
- Catch a game or concert at Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live
- Visit nearby museums and performance halls
- Swim and relax at the coffin-shaped courtyard pool
- Dine and drink on-site: Cafe Fig, La Casita, Bar Magnolia, Florence by the Water
- Use the hotel as a wedding or meetings hub
- Get around: transit, day trips and practical tips
Catch a game or concert at Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live
Hotel Figueroa is across the street from L.A. Live and within a short walk of Crypto.com Arena, so attending an NBA, NHL or concert event is one of the quickest ways to use your downtown location. The hotel’s concierge and front desk can help with tickets and timing for arrivals and departures on event nights.
Plan to arrive early for crowds and allow time for post-event traffic; the hotel’s valet offers 24-hour secured access and in-and-out privileges, though valet rates can vary so check current pricing with the hotel. Guests can also walk from the hotel to many venues around L.A. Live rather than drive.
- Ask the concierge about shuttle options or public-transit connections after late events
- Avoid peak egress by lingering for a post-show drink at Bar Magnolia or Cafe Fig
- Bring ID—the hotel requires the person checking in to be 21 or older
| Nearby venue | Typical walk time from hotel |
|---|---|
| L.A. Live | 1 min walk |
| GRAMMY Museum | 1 min walk |
| Crypto.com Arena | 5 min walk |
| Peacock Theater | 5 min walk |
| The Bloc | 5 min walk |
Visit nearby museums and performance halls
Museum and performing-arts options are within a short trip from the hotel. The GRAMMY Museum is essentially next door, while the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Mark Taper Forum and Dorothy Chandler Pavilion are a few minutes’ walk away.
If you want a museum day, note that The Broad and MOCA are a longer walk or a short drive; Grand Central Market is also in reach for a casual food-hall lunch after a museum visit.
- GRAMMY Museum — quick visit for music-focused exhibits
- Walt Disney Concert Hall — check schedules for tours or concerts
- The Broad / MOCA — roughly a 10-minute drive or about a 30-minute walk
| Attraction | What to expect |
|---|---|
| GRAMMY Museum | Music exhibits and rotating displays |
| Walt Disney Concert Hall | Architecture and classical concerts |
| The Broad / MOCA | Contemporary art collections |
Swim and relax at the coffin-shaped courtyard pool
Hotel Figueroa’s signature coffin-shaped outdoor pool sits in a landscaped courtyard with cactus and fig trees and offers poolside bar service when available. Swimming hours are listed in the hotel compendium as 8:00 AM–8:00 PM daily; some third-party listings cite slightly different hours, so confirm at check-in.
Non-guests can sometimes use the pool through ResortPass day passes when available; the hotel’s La Casita poolside lounge also provides seasonal poolside dining and cocktails, though La Casita’s seasonal status may change.
- Pool hours per hotel compendium: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM daily
- Poolside service is provided by the hotel’s food & beverage outlets; check La Casita availability with the concierge
- Guests must follow posted pool rules (children require supervision)
| Pool feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Shape | Coffin-shaped courtyard pool |
| Hours (hotel compendium) | 8:00 AM–8:00 PM daily |
| Poolside dining | La Casita / pool bar service (seasonal) |
Dine and drink on-site: Cafe Fig, La Casita, Bar Magnolia, Florence by the Water
Hotel Figueroa offers four main on-site dining and bar venues. Cafe Fig serves Mediterranean & Continental food with fresh and vegan options for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Bar Magnolia is a European-inspired cocktail lounge for happy hour and small plates.
Florence by the Water focuses on Tuscan Italian dishes including handmade pastas and Fiorentina steak; La Casita is the hotel’s poolside Mediterranean/coastal bar and lounge (it operates seasonally). Hours vary by outlet—check the hotel or ask the concierge for exact service times during your stay.
- Cafe Fig: breakfast, lunch and dinner (hotel lists breakfast 7:00–11:30 AM; lunch/dinner 12:00–10:00 PM; bar late-night Fri–Sat)
- Bar Magnolia: cocktails and small plates; Bar & Lobby Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00–6:00 PM
- Florence by the Water: dinner hours Tue–Thu 5:00–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 5:00–12:00 AM (check current days/hours)
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Cafe Fig | Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Mediterranean & Continental |
| Bar Magnolia | Cocktails, small plates; Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3–6 PM |
| Florence by the Water | Tuscan Italian dinner service; select evenings |
Use the hotel as a wedding or meetings hub
Hotel Figueroa provides more than 10,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor event space, including the Gran Sala ballroom, Tangier, Terrazza rooftop terrace and multiple smaller rooms. Capacities vary by space—Gran Sala is roughly 2,091 sq ft and can seat up to about 120 guests, while Terrazza is a rooftop area that hosts up to around 100 guests.
Event services include an Events Sales Manager and options for room blocks and on-site catering drawn from the hotel’s restaurants. Ask the hotel event team for the latest floor plans, menus and availability for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies and receptions.
- Gran Sala: historic ballroom with original limestone fireplace and arched windows
- Tangier: Moroccan-inspired lower-level venue used for live music or presentations
- Terrazza: open-air rooftop terrace connected to select suites for outdoor ceremonies
| Venue | Typical capacity |
|---|---|
| Gran Sala | Seated ~120 / Standing ~150 |
| Tangier | Seated ~100 / Standing ~200 |
| Terrazza | Up to ~100 (outdoor) |
Get around: transit, day trips and practical tips
Hotel Figueroa is in South Park, Downtown LA, with a bus stop across the street and a Metro station about four blocks away; Union Station connects via Metro lines to 7th Street/Metro Center within a short transfer. The hotel’s location makes it convenient for transit-based trips to Santa Monica or other LA neighborhoods.
For day trips by car, LAX is commonly cited as roughly a 35-minute drive depending on traffic; driving times across the region vary widely so plan extra time during peak hours. The hotel offers valet parking with in-and-out privileges and an on-site electric vehicle charging option; self-parking is not listed on-site.
- Nearest major airport: LAX (approximate driving times vary with traffic)
- Public transit: bus stop across the street; Metro station ~4 blocks away
- Valet parking only on-site; check current valet pricing at the front desk
| Transport option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Metro / bus | Bus stop across street; Metro station about four blocks away |
| Valet parking | 24-hour secured valet with in/out privileges; rates vary |
| Airport access | LAX commonly ~35 minutes by car (depends on traffic) |
