Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lakewood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lakewood

With a population of 80,048, Lakewood is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lakewood has to offer.

Where to Eat in Lakewood

If you’re looking for affordable options, George's Greek Cafe - Lakewood (5252 Faculty Avenue) and Black Angus Steakhouse - Lakewood (5000 E. Candlewood) are great picks.

When to visit Lakewood

Lakewood in March
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lakewood in March
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lakewood

Plane

When flying to Lakewood, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lakewood include Southwest, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Lakewood departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Lakewood is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Lakewood. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Lakewood, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lakewood include Southwest, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Lakewood departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Lakewood is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Lakewood. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Lakewood

LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Lakewood

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lakewood

Most booked hotels in Lakewood

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Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1363 reviews)
$238+
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Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2389 reviews)
$256+
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The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1232 reviews)
$224+
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The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8, 3258 reviews)
$189+
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Hilton Long Beach
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1522 reviews)
$186+
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Holiday Inn Long Beach Airport
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1127 reviews)
$164+
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Renting a car in Lakewood

Renting a car in Lakewood costs $57 per day, on average, or $227 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lakewood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Lakewood is Full-size (GMC Savana or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lakewood costs $57 per day, on average, or $227 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lakewood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Lakewood is Full-size (GMC Savana or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Lakewood

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$27/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

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