Getting around Long Beach: transit, shuttles and walking
Hyatt Regency Long Beach sits on the waterfront at 200 S Pine Ave, so many downtown sights are within easy walking distance and the hotel connects to local transit. For longer trips use the nearby Metro A Line station, Long Beach Transit shuttles (including the free Passport service), taxis or rideshares; Catalina Express ferries for Catalina Island depart from the nearby terminal.
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Getting to and from the airports
The hotel’s listed nearest airport is Long Beach Airport (LGB), about a short drive away; Los Angeles International (LAX) and John Wayne/Orange County (SNA) are farther and typically take longer by car. Hyatt’s official materials list approximate driving times but do not publish a hotel airport shuttle schedule.
If you need public transit, Long Beach Transit runs routes connecting to LGB; regional rail connections use the Metro A Line (see the transit section). For private transfer, taxis and rideshare services are readily available at all airports and drop off at the hotel address: 200 S Pine Ave.
- Nearest airport: Long Beach Airport (LGB)
- LAX and SNA are commonly used alternatives for more flight options
- No published hotel airport shuttle — use taxi, rideshare or public transit
| Airport | Notes |
|---|---|
| Long Beach Airport (LGB) | Shortest drive; local bus connections to downtown available |
| Los Angeles Intl (LAX) | Longer drive; taxi or rideshare typically used |
| John Wayne (SNA) | Also a regional option with longer drive time |
Public transit: Metro A Line and Long Beach Transit
The Metro A Line’s Downtown Long Beach station is about 550 meters from the hotel and provides a one-seat rail link into Downtown Los Angeles and connections to other rail lines. Trains run roughly every 15 minutes, with a typical travel time to 7th St/Metro Center of about 57 minutes.
Long Beach Transit operates local buses and seasonal water shuttles. The free Passport bus serves downtown areas including Pine Avenue, Shoreline Village and the Queen Mary on weekends; AquaBus/AquaLink water services operate during summer between Harbor stops.
- Metro A Line: direct rail to Downtown LA; station ~550 meters from the hotel
- Long Beach Transit Passport bus: free downtown circulator (weekend service)
- AquaLink/AquaBus: summer-water shuttle options between Aquarium, Shoreline Village and Queen Mary
| Service | What it does | When |
|---|---|---|
| Metro A Line | Rail to Downtown LA and connections | Frequent; ~15-min headways |
| Passport bus | Free downtown circulator stops at Pine Ave & Shoreline | Fridays–Sundays, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. |
| AquaBus / AquaLink | Water shuttle around Rainbow Harbor and Alamitos Bay | Summer / seasonal service |
Hotel shuttles, on-site help and concierge services
Hyatt Regency Long Beach lists a free Passport Shuttle service to Shoreline Village and nearby downtown destinations in some third-party listings; ask the front desk or concierge for the current schedule and stops. The hotel’s front desk provides multilingual concierge assistance, tours and ticket help, luggage storage and porter service.
If you need bike rentals, water-activity bookings, or tips for transit connections, the concierge can help arrange those. Always confirm shuttle details and any temporary service changes with the 24-hour front desk.
- Ask concierge/front desk about the hotel's Passport Shuttle schedule and stops
- Concierge can help with tours, ferry tickets (Catalina Express) and local transit info
- Front desk phone for BookResorts agents (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
| Hotel service | What to ask at front desk |
|---|---|
| Passport Shuttle | Current schedule and pick-up points |
| Concierge | Ferry and tour bookings, transit directions |
| Porter/Luggage Storage | Temporary storage and handling arrangements |
Walking: nearby attractions and pedestrian routes
Hyatt Regency Long Beach sits adjacent to the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center and is within easy walking distance of the Aquarium of the Pacific (about a 5-minute walk), Shoreline Village, The Pike Outlets and Rainbow Lagoon Park. Many waterfront attractions are reached along flat, paved promenades.
If you plan to walk to the Catalina Express terminal, it’s close to the hotel; check ferry departure times before you leave. For sightseeing in the immediate area wear comfortable shoes — sidewalks and harbor paths are generally well maintained.
- Aquarium of the Pacific: ~5-minute walk
- Shoreline Village and The Pike Outlets: a few minutes on foot
- Rainbow Lagoon Park: within easy walking distance
| Destination | Approx. on-foot time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center | 1 minute |
| Aquarium of the Pacific | About 5 minutes |
| Shoreline Village / The Pike | A few minutes |
Ferries, water taxis and cycling around the waterfront
Catalina Express ferries to Avalon depart from the downtown Long Beach terminal across the street from the hotel area; crossings take about an hour. A day trip to Catalina is feasible if you check departure and return times in advance.
Long Beach has seasonal water shuttles (AquaBus/AquaLink) and rental options for paddle boats near the lagoon. For land-based sightseeing, a paved bike path runs along the coastline and is popular for short rides; ask concierge for local bike rental vendors and safe routes.
- Catalina Express: year-round service from downtown Long Beach terminal (about 1-hour crossing)
- AquaBus / AquaLink: seasonal water shuttle around Rainbow Harbor
- Paved coastal bike path: runs from downtown toward Belmont Shore
| Activity | Note |
|---|---|
| Catalina day trip | Ferry crossing ~1 hour; check schedules before you go |
| Water shuttles | Seasonal; small fare for AquaLink, AquaBus around harbor |
| Cycling | Paved path along the coast; bike rentals available locally |
Driving, parking, taxis and rideshare
Hyatt Regency Long Beach offers self-parking and valet parking for a surcharge; official Hyatt listings give specific daily rates, but those can change, so confirm current pricing at check-in. The hotel address for GPS is 200 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802.
Taxis and rideshares pick up and drop off at hotel entrances. If you plan to drive to regional destinations (Disneyland, Universal, etc.), expect longer drives and consult local traffic conditions for timing.
- Self-parking and valet available for a surcharge (confirm current rates with hotel)
- Hotel address: 200 S Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
- Taxis and rideshare are convenient for off-waterfront trips and airport transfers
| Option | Tip |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | Available for a surcharge; confirm rates at front desk |
| Valet parking | Available for a surcharge; rates listed on Hyatt site |
| Taxis / Rideshare | Common and convenient for regional travel |
