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greater Los Angeles hotels with free cancellation, Jan 8 to 10, 2027

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 27 of the 51 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below could be cancelled free when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link confirms the current terms before you book. The greater Los Angeles selection spans Hollywood, Downtown LA, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Universal City, Beverly Hills, Venice & Marina del Rey, Pasadena, Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach, LAX & El Segundo and Long Beach. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

West Hollywood: lA's best all-round choice for nightlife, dining and a social stay. Santa Monica: the easiest beach-first base, provided you accept long trips across LA. LAX and El Segundo: a useful airport stop, not a sensible base for most LA visits. Beverly Hills: polished shopping and quieter evenings, but not the easiest sightseeing base.

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greater Los Angeles hotels with free cancellation, Jan 8 to 10, 2027

Every rate below could be cancelled free when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link confirms the current terms before you book. The greater Los Angeles selection spans Hollywood, Downtown LA, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Universal City, Beverly Hills, Venice & Marina del Rey, Pasadena, Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach, LAX & El Segundo and Long Beach. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Compound search: hotels whose rate for these dates could be cancelled free, located in greater Los Angeles (Hollywood, Downtown LA, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Universal City, Beverly Hills, Venice & Marina del Rey, Pasadena, Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach, LAX & El Segundo and Long Beach); check-in 2027-01-08, check-out 2027-01-10, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: West Hollywood; Santa Monica; LAX & El Segundo; Beverly Hills. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2027-01-08 to 2027-01-10; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (27 of 51 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • West Hollywood: LA's best all-round choice for nightlife, dining and a social stay. Typical $494 a night. Subway: Metro 2 follows Sunset and 4 follows Santa Monica Boulevard.
  • Santa Monica: The easiest beach-first base, provided you accept long trips across LA. Typical $419 a night. Subway: E Line at Downtown Santa Monica.
  • LAX & El Segundo: A useful airport stop, not a sensible base for most LA visits. Typical $167 a night. Subway: K Line stations include Aviation/Century and El Segundo, but are not walkable from every stay.
  • Beverly Hills: Polished shopping and quieter evenings, but not the easiest sightseeing base. Typical $926 a night. Subway: Walk the Golden Triangle.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo — 4-star, DoubleTree by Hilton

2. Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport Hotel — 3-star, independent

3. Pasadena Hotel & Pool — 4-star, Dusit hotels

4. Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG — 3-star, Holiday Inn

5. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel — 4-star, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

6. The Delphi Hotel — 3-star, independent

More hotels in the area (45)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Jan 8 to 10, 2027
  1. DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo, LAX & El Segundo
    #1 of 6 · LAX & El Segundo

    DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo

    4-star · DoubleTree by Hilton

    $138a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Helpful staff and nearby rail access for El Segundo business and short airport stays. You accept Dated bathrooms and a limited-hours shuttle with reported delays.

    $30/night less than Expedia (17%)

    Axel $296 vs $355 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $276 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport Hotel, LAX & El Segundo
    #2 of 6 · LAX & El Segundo

    Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $160a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Refreshed rooms and comfortable beds for short airport-area stays. You accept Long shuttle waits, road noise and mandatory extras.

    $32/night less than Expedia (16%)

    Axel $321 vs $384 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $321 all in for 2 nights, of which $24 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Pasadena Hotel & Pool, Pasadena
    #3 of 6 · Pasadena

    Pasadena Hotel & Pool

    4-star · Dusit hotels

    $173a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Historic character and a heated rooftop pool at a cheaper Pasadena rate. You accept Compact base rooms and inconsistent on-request housekeeping.

    $58/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $374 vs $490 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 18, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $347 all in for 2 nights, of which $31 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG, LAX & El Segundo
    #4 of 6 · LAX & El Segundo

    Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

    3-star · Holiday Inn

    $178a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Comfortable beds and a free 24-hour shuttle for straightforward airport nights. You accept Dated edges, variable shuttle waits and paid breakfast and parking.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $355 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel, LAX & El Segundo
    #5 of 6 · LAX & El Segundo

    Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

    4-star · Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

    $182a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Spacious airport-stopover rooms with a complimentary 24-hour shuttle and full-service facilities. You accept Variable shuttle waits, soundproofing and dated finishes.

    $3/night less than Expedia (2%)

    Axel $307 vs $313 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $365 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. The Delphi Hotel, Downtown LA
    #6 of 6 · Downtown LA

    The Delphi Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $182a night · Jan 8 to 10

    Generous rooms and rooftop dining near Financial District transit. You accept Renovations through January 31, 2027, and limited shower privacy.

    $71/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $605 vs $747 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight.

    Jan 8 to 10, two adults: $364 all in for 2 nights, of which $81 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

27 of 51 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. The Queen Mary · Long Beach · 3-star$74/night less than Expedia (37%)

    Axel $252 vs $399 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  2. 2. Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles · Pasadena · 5-star$176/night less than Expedia (32%)

    Axel $759 vs $1,111 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  3. 3. Pasadena Hotel & Pool · Pasadena · 4-star$58/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $374 vs $490 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 18, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  4. 4. Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel · West Hollywood · 3-star$63/night less than Expedia (23%)

    Axel $434 vs $560 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  5. 5. Hotel Carmel · Santa Monica · 3-star$57/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $416 vs $531 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 19, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  6. 6. Sea Sprite Beach Club · Manhattan Beach · 3-star$87/night less than Expedia (20%)

    Axel $704 vs $877 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  7. 7. The Delphi Hotel · Downtown LA · 3-star$71/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $605 vs $747 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

  8. 8. The Garland · Universal City · 4-star$69/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $591 vs $729 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 20, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Jan 8 to 10

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

45 more
  1. 1. Hotel Hermosa · Manhattan Beach · 3-star$30/night less than Expedia (17%)$184Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  2. 2. Hotel Carmel · Santa Monica · 3-star$57/night less than Expedia (22%)$190Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  3. 3. Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town · Pasadena · 4-star$53/night less than Expedia (12%)$194Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  4. 4. The Kinney - Venice Beach · Venice · 3-star$23/night less than Expedia (9%)$225Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  5. 5. Hilton Garden Inn Marina Del Rey · Venice · 3-star$24/night less than Expedia (11%)$225Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  6. 6. Residence Inn by Marriott Manhattan Beach · Manhattan Beach · 3-star$227Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  7. 7. Residence Inn Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town · Pasadena · 3-star$229Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  8. 8. The Westin Los Angeles Airport · LAX · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (2%)$237Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  9. 9. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham West Hollywood Hotel & Suites · West Hollywood · 3-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$237Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  10. 10. Los Angeles Airport Marriott · LAX · 4-star$240Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  11. 11. The Queen Mary · Long Beach · 3-star$74/night less than Expedia (37%)$240Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  12. 12. Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel · West Hollywood · 3-star$63/night less than Expedia (23%)$267Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  13. 13. Lumea by the Sea Long Beach Convention Center · Long Beach · 3-star$41/night less than Expedia (5%)$293Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  14. 14. Loews Hollywood Hotel · Hollywood · 4-star$304Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  15. 15. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites · Santa Monica · 4-star$13/night less than Expedia (4%)$306Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  16. 16. The Garland · Universal City · 4-star$69/night less than Expedia (19%)$318Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  17. 17. Sheraton Universal Hotel · Universal City · 4-star$336Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  18. 18. Marriott Marina del Rey · Venice · 3-star$343Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  19. 19. Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood by IHG · Hollywood · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (6%)$351Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  20. 20. Le Parc at Melrose · West Hollywood · 4-star$19/night less than Expedia (5%)$354Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  21. 21. Beverly Hills Marriott · Beverly Hills · 4-star$20/night less than Expedia (4%)$372Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  22. 22. Burton House, Beverly Hills, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel · Beverly Hills · 3-star$373Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  23. 23. Fairmont Breakers Long Beach · Long Beach · 5-star$235/night less than Expedia (17%)$385Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  24. 24. The Huntley Hotel · Santa Monica · 4-star$392Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  25. 25. Sea Sprite Beach Club · Manhattan Beach · 3-star$87/night less than Expedia (20%)$392Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  26. 26. Erwin Venice Beach Hotel · Venice · 4-star$399Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  27. 27. Marina del Rey Hotel · Venice · 4-star$28/night less than Expedia (10%)$407Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  28. 28. Magic Castle Hotel · Hollywood · 3-star$418Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  29. 29. W Hollywood · Hollywood · 4-star$424Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  30. 30. Beach House Hotel at Hermosa Beach · Manhattan Beach · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (4%)$436Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  31. 31. Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles · Pasadena · 5-star$176/night less than Expedia (32%)$458Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  32. 32. The Westin Long Beach · Long Beach · 4-star$71/night less than Expedia (8%)$481Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  33. 33. Shade Hotel · Manhattan Beach · 4-star$522Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  34. 34. Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown · Long Beach · 3-star$6/night less than Expedia (3%)$528Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  35. 35. Fairmont Miramar Hotel · Santa Monica · 5-star$552Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  36. 36. The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills · West Hollywood · 5-star$568Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  37. 37. Cameo Beverly Hills Hotel, LXR Hotels & Resorts · Beverly Hills · 5-star$583Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  38. 38. The Sun Rose West Hollywood · West Hollywood · 5-star$602Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  39. 39. Sunset Marquis · West Hollywood · 4-star$645Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  40. 40. 1 Hotel West Hollywood · West Hollywood · 5-star$752Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  41. 41. The West Hollywood EDITION · West Hollywood · 5-star$852Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  42. 42. Shutters on the Beach · Santa Monica · 5-star$861Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  43. 43. Regent Santa Monica Beach · Santa Monica · 5-star$965Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  44. 44. The Peninsula Beverly Hills · Beverly Hills · 5-star$1,183Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
  45. 45. The Beverly Hills Hotel · Beverly Hills · 5-star$1,461Rooms for Jan 8 to 10
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