Colonial Hotel

4220 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250, West Athens, United States

Guest rating: 3.6 / 5

Overview

Colonial Hotel is a lodging option in the West Athens/Hawthorne area of Los Angeles, located at 4220 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250. Its star class is not documented, and amenities are not listed in the available property details. Public feedback indicates a mixed experience overall, with a 3.6/5 rating based on 35 reviews.

Location

The hotel sits along W El Segundo Blvd, positioning it within reach of major Los Angeles attractions by car. Nearby points of interest include the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (about 12.5 km away) and Crypto.com Arena (about 16.0 km away). Coastal and Westside destinations are also within driving distance, including the Venice Canal Historic District (about 13.3 km), Venice Boardwalk (about 14.5 km), Santa Monica Pier (about 17.2 km), and Santa Monica State Beach (about 17.7 km).

Nearby Museums & Arts

For museum-focused itineraries, the hotel is within a moderate drive of several major institutions: Los Angeles County Museum of Art (about 16.4 km), Petersen Automotive Museum (about 16.2 km), Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (about 16.4 km), and La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (about 16.4 km). Downtown arts venues such as Walt Disney Concert Hall (about 18.0 km), The Broad (about 17.9 km), and The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (about 17.7 km) are also accessible.

Best for

Colonial Hotel may suit travelers seeking a straightforward base in the Hawthorne/West Athens area with access to Los Angeles museums, downtown venues, and Westside beaches within roughly 12–18 km. It can also fit budget-minded stays where expectations are set for a simple property rather than a feature-rich hotel, as amenities are not documented and reviews mention variable conditions.

Travel tips

Plan on using a car or rideshare to reach major attractions, as the listed points of interest (Downtown LA, Miracle Mile museums, Venice, and Santa Monica) are all several kilometers away. If you are visiting multiple museums, grouping stops by area can save time (e.g., LACMA, Petersen, Academy Museum, and La Brea Tar Pits are all around 16 km away). Given mixed guest feedback on property condition, consider confirming key needs directly with the property before arrival.

What guests say

Guest feedback reflects a mixed overall experience, with some guests describing the property as suitable for a basic rest stop. Positive mentions focus on people on-site being friendly and hardworking. Negative themes emphasize concerns about the property’s condition and cleanliness, with some guests characterizing it as run down. There are also complaints suggesting potential issues with management practices, indicating that experiences may vary significantly by guest.

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