Best hotels in Downey
Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Downey
8425 Firestone Boulevard, CA, 90241
Like all of Downey’s best hotels, Embassy Suites prides itself on proximity to many of Los Angeles County’s freeways. There are plenty of amenities to keep you and your family content back at the hotel, such as a fitness center, indoor pool and spacious, accessible suites that sleep up to six.
Residence Inn by Marriott La Mirada Buena Park
14419 Firestone Boulevard, CA, 90638
This extended stay hotel is ideal if you’re traveling for business, thanks to its location next to I-5, or simply prefer a little independence while in town. There’s an outdoor pool, beauty shop and on-site laundry. In the air-conditioned suites, you’ll find full-size desks, kitchens and separate living areas.
Quality Inn Downey
9438 Firestone Boulevard, CA, 90241
Located in central Downey, the Quality Inn offers spacious and cozy rooms, complete with king or queen-sized beds. Choose a room with a whirlpool bath or hot tub that you can sink into after a long day on your feet. The signature Comfort Sunshine Breakfast will also set you up for a day of sightseeing.
Where to eat in Downey
The Olive RestoBar
8820 Apollo Way Suite 104, CA, 90242
Mediterranean cuisine is served al fresco at the Olive RestoBar. You can enjoy the signature farmer’s omelet – stuffed with caramelized onions, portobello mushrooms and topped with avocado – outdoors on cool Californian mornings. If you swing by for dinner, there’ll be hummus aplenty, plus dolma, falafel and shawarma meats.
Dirt Dog Downey
9414 Firestone Boulevard, CA, 90241
This Los Angeles and Las Vegas-exclusive outlet has an eatery in Downey, where you’ll find flavorful dogs of all stripes. Choose from bites loaded with special house sauce, chimichurri sauce or chipotle aioli, or wrapped in bacon. There’s a veggie dog too, plus flaming corn to dig your teeth into.
Gloria’s Cocina Mexicana
7401 Florence Avenue, CA, 90240
A mariachi band regularly perform at this restaurant and create a lively atmosphere as you enjoy delicious Mexican food. Hearty burritos, tacos and fajitas are all on the menu, alongside a range of seafood dishes. Breakfast is also available and includes the classic ‘Huevos Albanil’ dish – scrambled eggs with spicy salsa.
What to do in and around Downey
Casa de Parley Johnson
7749 Florence Avenue, CA, 90240
Discover Downey’s historic side at this historic Monterey-style house. Step inside to get an insight into a very different Southern California lifestyle, rooted in the 1920s and 1930s. There are pristine gardens, fountains and balconies which once overlooked 50 acres of orange groves.
Columbia Memorial Space Center
12400 Columbia Way, CA, 90242
Downey is heralded for its aerospace legacy, fully on display at this interactive space museum, housed on the site where the Apollo Space Command service modules were constructed. Visit to see the Apollo Boilerplate 12 test vehicle, robotic innovations in action and learn to launch and land your own model rockets.
Seal Beach
900 Ocean Avenue, CA, 90740
Downey’s location makes epic beach days easy, with Seal Beach less than a 30-minute drive away from the city center. This coastal city in Orange County features white sands and popular surf spots. Walk the pier to soak in the coastal views or explore the leafy nearby parks.