Empire Inn LAX

3220 W Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043, Los Angeles, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.7 / 5

Overview

Empire Inn LAX is a casual 2-star hotel on a main thoroughfare in Los Angeles at 3220 W Florence Ave. It’s positioned about 5 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and is commonly used as a budget base for getting around greater LA. The property holds a 3.7/5 public rating from 304 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are colorful and down-to-earth, with complimentary Wi‑Fi and flat-screen TVs. In-room conveniences include a microwave and mini-fridge, supporting simple meals and longer stays. Guest feedback also mentions rooms being generally well maintained.

Parking & Connectivity

Parking is included, a notable value in Los Angeles for travelers with a car. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is provided in rooms for everyday browsing and work needs.

Location & Nearby Attractions

From this location, major LA attractions are reachable by car, including the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (about 6.0 km away), LACMA (about 10.4 km), and the Petersen Automotive Museum (about 10.2 km). Downtown destinations like Walt Disney Concert Hall (about 11.6 km) and The Broad (about 11.5 km) are also within driving distance, as are Hollywood-area sights such as the Hollywood Walk of Fame (about 14.2 km) and TCL Chinese Theatre (about 14.3 km). Farther highlights include Santa Monica Pier (about 16.1 km), Griffith Observatory (about 16.2 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (about 18.2 km).

Best for

Best suited to budget-minded travelers who want included parking and practical in-room basics like a microwave and mini-fridge. It can also work for guests who plan to drive to LAX (about 5 miles away) and to major museums and downtown venues across Los Angeles.

Travel tips

Because many key attractions are 6–18 km away (and LAX is about 5 miles away), plan on driving or using rideshare for most trips. If you’re sensitive to noise, note that some guests report overnight street or neighborhood noise. Keep an eye on your billing details, as a few reviews mention billing issues.

What guests say

Guests frequently mention friendly service and a reasonable price, with some noting that rooms are well maintained and practical. Several reviews call out the convenience of in-room basics like a microwave, refrigerator/mini-fridge, and TV. The most common negatives in the excerpts are concerns about the surrounding area and nighttime noise. A smaller subset of feedback mentions issues with towels and billing or charges.

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