Long Beach United States
Long Beach sits on the southern edge of Los Angeles County with a character distinctly its own - a working port city with a lively waterfront, art deco architecture, and a creative district that sets it apart from the sprawl to the north. For conference attendees, it is a practical and pleasant destination: the Long Beach Convention Center sits directly on the waterfront, most official conference hotels are within easy walking distance, and the compact downtown means you can get between sessions, restaurants, and the waterfront without a car. The city is well connected to Los Angeles by the Metro A Line and to the broader region via Long Beach Airport (LGB) and nearby LAX. The Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary, and the Belmont Shore neighbourhood offer easy alternatives for those arriving early or staying on.
The Aquarium of the Pacific is one of the largest in North America and sits on the waterfront close to the convention center. The Queen Mary, a historic ocean liner, is docked in the harbor and tours are available. The East Village Arts District has galleries, restaurants, and coffee shops worth exploring. Belmont Shore’s 2nd Street strip offers a relaxed local dining and drinking scene.
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is a small regional airport about 3 miles from the convention center with service from Southwest and other carriers. Los Angeles International (LAX) is 20 miles north and serves more routes; shared-ride shuttles and rideshare connect the two cities in 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the most convenient arrival point, with direct flights from many US cities. LAX is 25 miles north and accessible by rideshare in 30-50 minutes outside peak traffic. The convention centre area and downtown are very walkable. The Metro A Line connects downtown Long Beach to Los Angeles in around 60-70 minutes. Rideshare covers everything else. Avoid driving into central Los Angeles during conference hours.
May is an excellent time to visit Long Beach. The marine layer clears by mid-morning, temperatures sit around 18-22 degrees Celsius, and summer crowds have not yet arrived. PyCon US in May lands in one of the most comfortable windows on the Southern California coast.
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Our picks in Long Beach
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Best Western Plus Hotel at the Convention Center
1225 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90813
Budget-friendly three-star with free parking and a pool, the most affordable branded option near the convention centre - best suited to cost-conscious...
Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown
500 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802
Official PyCon US conference hotel at a more accessible price point than the Hyatt and Westin, with a pool and gym a...
Hilton Long Beach
701 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90831
Full-service Hilton a short walk from the Long Beach Convention Center with a pool, fitness center, and on-site dining - a reliable...
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
200 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
The official PyCon US headquarters hotel, connected to the Long Beach Convention Center by a short covered walkway - the closest and...
The Westin Long Beach
333 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802
Four-star Westin on the Long Beach waterfront and one of the official PyCon US conference hotels, a short walk from the convention...
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