Close to LAX; comfortable; expensive parking
I stayed two nights at the LAX Marriott. The building has a retro-feel (in a good way). There is a tower, but also lower-level rooms that form a square around a large open area that includes the pool. The room was comfortable, although the bathroom was small and the shower fixtures probably need updating (couldn't quite get the hot to work the way I wanted). I liked the outdoor balcony overlooking the interior square, although there was a little bit of a draft at the door. Parking was very expensive: $35/night valet, and I returned my car early to avoid an extra night of charges. (The main Hertz lot was only a 10-minute walk away). I had stayed here once before and enjoyed it, and that's why I came back. For variety, I might try another airport property next time, although I would definitely try this one again.