Originally Posted by
Joelosthislogin
TBF even without that I'd still stay airside to avoid queuing / waiting for hotel bus hotel checkin hotel bus and airport security. Just to end back where I started chilling in some lounges.
Plus should my bags be opened at security the Jenga expert and sumo wrestler I hired to pack my carry ons won't be available.
Most airport hotels at LAX is easily walkable with light luggage. I do it all the time.
A shower and a few hours of uninterrupted sleep in a bed is always helpful before a flight. I did it recently with just 4 hours of layover.
Just my perspective. YMMV.