Written By: Teresa Greco
Los Angeles is a city defined by distance, deadlines, and decision-making. For executives and business leaders moving through the city on tight schedules, where you stay can either introduce unnecessary friction or quietly remove it. Just minutes from the terminals, Sonesta Los Angeles Airport has emerged from a comprehensive renovation with a clear intention: to offer business travellers a refined, functional base that respects both time and comfort.
Following a $42-million transformation completed in 2025, the hotel no longer reads as a traditional airport stopover. Instead, it presents itself as a thoughtfully reimagined business destination – one that understands the rhythms of modern travel and the expectations of an experienced, discerning guest.
The shift is felt immediately upon arrival. The redesigned lobby is open, contemporary, and calm, with ample seating that encourages both quiet work and informal conversation. It’s the kind of space where early arrivals don’t feel like an inconvenience and late departures don’t feel rushed. Despite its proximity to one of the world’s busiest airports, the atmosphere is composed and deliberate.
That sense of intention continues upstairs. With 614 guest rooms, including a small collection of expansive upper-floor suites, the property balances the efficiency of a large hotel with the considered feel of a more intimate business stay. The newly renovated guest rooms balance mid-century modern design with practicality. Spacious desks, ergonomic chairs, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi, and generous lighting support productivity, while sound-insulated windows ensure rest – an often-overlooked luxury near LAX. Beds are plush without being indulgent, and the overall palette is understated and soothing, designed to help travellers recalibrate after long flights or long days.
For those travelling with work at the centre of their stay, Sonesta’s upgraded meeting and collaboration spaces are particularly compelling. The introduction of the Sonesta Work Suite – a private, self-contained meeting environment for up to twelve – signals a shift toward more agile, executive-level gatherings. It’s ideal for board discussions, strategy sessions, or quiet collaboration without the scale or formality of a traditional conference room. Complementing this are 15 flexible meeting spaces, all equipped with modern audiovisual technology and supported by on-site catering and a 24-hour business centre.
Dining, too, has been rethought. Rather than a single, utilitarian restaurant, the hotel now offers four distinct venues that reflect different moments in a traveller’s day. Century Taproom & Lounge delivers California-inspired comfort with brick-oven pizzas, quality steaks, and a curated craft-beer selection—an easy choice for informal meetings or unwinding after a full schedule. Yokoso Sushi Bar offers a quieter, more intimate alternative, where attention to craft and freshness elevates the experience beyond typical hotel dining. Morning begins at The Landing Restaurant with a breakfast that prioritizes quality and flavour, while Boulevard Market Café provides efficient grab-and-go options when time is limited. Twenty-four-hour room service ensures flexibility, regardless of arrival time.
Beyond the interiors, the hotel’s logistics remain one of its greatest strengths. A complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle operates seamlessly, while the location allows for efficient access to key commercial corridors, rental facilities, and major freeways. Despite the steady flow of travellers, service remains polished and professional – staff are accustomed to the demands of business guests and respond with efficiency rather than ceremony.
What distinguishes Sonesta Los Angeles Airport is not overt luxury, but considered execution. This is a hotel designed for people whose lives are already full—leaders who value clarity, comfort, and environments that support focus rather than distract from it. The renovation has elevated the property into a category that feels intentional rather than incidental.
For Preferred readers travelling to Los Angeles on business, Sonesta offers a compelling alternative to downtown congestion or extended commutes. It is proof that staying near the airport no longer means compromising on experience – only choosing it more strategically.