A 48-Hour Downtown Los Angeles Itinerary for the LA Business Traveler

Downtown L.A. Proper was designed for the kind of trip where business and a great stay happen in the same 48 hours. Our hotel features three restaurants, a rooftop pool, and on-site event space and is within walking distance of both the LA Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena, keeping everything you need within reach. We’ve curated the perfect two-day itinerary for where to eat, the best happy hours, walking-distance destinations, and more, so you can make the most of your trip.

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Day One: Arrive in LA

Check In with Ease

Getting here is simple—Uber from LAX drops you right at the front entrance on South Broadway, a smooth ride with no rental car to worry about. Valet parking is available at the entrance if you’re driving in.

4 PM – Happy Hour at Cabrillo 

Cabrillo, the ground-floor café and bar, shifts to a wine bar by late afternoon. Craft cocktails, curated wines, and small bites beneath a Judson Studios stained glass installation. The space also functions as one of the hotel’s meeting rooms in Los Angeles, available for private events and buyouts.

7:30 PM – Dinner at Bestia or Cara Cara Rooftop

Bestia brings Michelin-guide energy to the Arts District with bold, rustic Italian cooking in a lively industrial setting. Known for house-cured salumi, handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and its signature bone marrow gnocchetti, this is one of L.A.’s most sought-after dining reservations. Book well in advance.

For those who prefer to stay on-site, Cara Cara Restaurant is one of the standout rooftop bars in downtown Los Angeles with fresh, seasonally-inspired dishes like the pistachio-encrusted salmon. After dark, enjoy fire pits and stunning skyline views. 
Bestia: 15 minutes by rideshare, or retrieve your car from valet parking

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Day Two: Meetings and Meals

7:30 AM – Breakfast at Cabrillo

Cabrillo opens at 7:00 AM daily with fresh-pressed juices, locally roasted coffee, and California-style breakfasts. Or get breakfast delivered straight to you with our in-room dining option featuring thoughtfully composed dishes that emphasize freshness, consistency, and bold, seasonal flavor.

9 AM – Convention Center and Meetings

Head out to the LA Convention Center, about a 15-minute walk from the Downtown LA Proper Hotel. As one of the most walkable LA Convention Center hotels in the area, the Proper keeps you close without the L.A. Live corridor congestion. Additionally, our Hotel offers numerous spaces for on-site meetings and events, from rooftop restaurants to grand ballrooms.
La Convention Center: 15-minute walk or 5 minutes by rideshare

12:30 PM – Lunch in DTLA

Between sessions, walk or drive over to Bottega Louie for a quick, delicious bite. Or for those meeting at the hotel, soak up some sun back up on Cara Cara’s rooftop and enjoy incredible creations.

5 PM – After Work Drinks

After a busy day of meetings and events, head to Cara Cara. Proper hosts weekly vinyl DJ nights curated by Daisy O’Dell. Catch these live sessions every Thursday and Friday from 5-8 pm.

7 PM – Lakers Game at Crypto.com Arena

As far as hotels near Crypto.com Arena go, Downtown L.A. Proper pairs refined luxury with an unbeatable location, just a 12-minute walk from the arena. Head over for a Lakers, Sparks, or Kings game for the ultimate LA sports experience.

Crypto.com Arena: 11-minute walk or 4-minute rideshare

Marriott Bonvoy Members

Downtown L.A. Proper is a Member of Design Hotels within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. Marriott Bonvoy points can be earned and redeemed here.

FAQ

Does Downtown L.A. Proper offer valet parking?

Yes. Drive-up valet parking is available at the South Broadway entrance. Restaurant guests at Cara Cara Restaurant, Cabrillo, and Dahlia Los Angeles receive a reduced rate for up to three hours.

How far is the hotel from the LA Convention Center?

A 15-minute walk south on Figueroa, or about 5 minutes by car. One of the most walkable LA Convention Center hotels in the area.

How close is the hotel to Crypto.com Arena for a Lakers game?

12 minutes on foot, less than one mile down Figueroa. Among the closest hotels near Crypto.com Arena. Walk to the Lakers game and back, no parking garage or rideshare needed.

Does the hotel have meeting rooms and event space in downtown Los Angeles?

Yes, the hotel has boardrooms, a banquet hall, rooftop terraces, and signature suites that can all be rented out for meeting and event spaces.

Can I earn Marriott Bonvoy points at Downtown L.A. Proper?

Yes. Downtown L.A. Proper is a Member of Design Hotels within Marriott Bonvoy. Marriott Bonvoy points earn and redeem here, and elite members receive room upgrades, late checkout, and bonus points.

What makes Downtown L.A. Proper one of the best hotels in downtown Los Angeles?

A Renaissance Revival landmark redesigned by Kelly Wearstler, with three restaurants, Cara Cara Restaurant, Cabrillo, and Dahlia Los Angeles — a rooftop pool, onsite event space, and walking distance to both the LA Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.

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