Holiday Inn Los Angeles Gateway - Torrance by IHG
19800 S Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502, Los Angeles County, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Los Angeles Gateway - Torrance by IHG is a contemporary 3-star hotel in Los Angeles County at 19800 S Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502. It is positioned as a practical base for both the South Bay and the Long Beach waterfront area. The property holds a public rating of 4/5 based on 1,481 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are modern in layout and include a work desk, flat-screen TV with cable, minifridge, coffeemaker, and free WiFi. Bathrooms feature high-pressure showerheads. Suites add separate living space and a pull-out sofa for extra flexibility.
Dining
An on-site American restaurant serves breakfast, and the hotel notes that kids 12 and under eat free there. Guest feedback commonly highlights good breakfast food and service. Some guests also mention disappointment with pricing for coffee.
Amenities & Services
Recreation and convenience amenities include an outdoor pool and a fitness room. For work needs, there is a 24/7 business center plus banquet/meeting space for events. Paid parking is available on-site (amenities beyond these are not documented).
Location & Nearby Places
The hotel is about a 15-minute drive from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and roughly an 18-minute drive from the Staples Center arena. Nearby attractions span beaches and major museums, including Redondo Beach Pier (~9.5 km), South Coast Botanic Garden (~9.3 km), and the Battleship IOWA Museum (~12.1 km). Long Beach sights such as the Aquarium of the Pacific (~13.0 km), The Queen Mary (~14.2 km), Shoreline Village (~13.6 km), and the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) (~13.2 km) are also within easy driving distance.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a mid-range base between LAX, the South Bay beaches, and Long Beach attractions, with easy access to places like Redondo Beach Pier and the Aquarium of the Pacific. It’s also a good fit for guests who value on-site essentials—an outdoor pool, fitness room, restaurant, and a 24/7 business center—without needing a resort-style amenity list.
Travel tips
Plan on driving or using rideshare: the hotel is positioned for quick trips to LAX (about 15 minutes by car) and to Long Beach attractions such as the Aquarium of the Pacific and The Queen Mary. If you’re attending an event at the Staples Center arena, allow roughly 18 minutes by car depending on traffic. Budget for paid parking on-site, and note that some guests comment on coffee pricing at the hotel.
What guests say
Guests frequently point to strong, helpful front-desk service and generally positive stays in the rooms. Breakfast at the on-site restaurant is a recurring highlight, with favorable comments about food and service. Critiques focus on value-for-money and the sense that parts of the interior feel dated. Pricing of certain items—particularly coffee—also comes up as a negative in guest feedback.
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