Long Beach, where harbor skyline meets protected Pacific

Long Beach curves along a protected harbor where calmer waters contrast with the open Pacific beyond the breakwater. Downtown towers rise along Ocean Boulevard, facing marinas and anchored vessels in the distance. The city balances maritime industry with restored Art Deco architecture, giving its waterfront a distinct rhythm that feels both historic and active.

WORKING HARBOR
PROTECTED SHORELINE
COASTAL ART DECO
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Fairmont in Long Beach

Fairmont Breakers Long Beach occupies a restored 1926 landmark along Ocean Boulevard. Originally opened as The Breakers Hotel, the building once anchored the city’s coastal social life before undergoing extensive restoration and reopening. The hotel stands within walking distance of Shoreline Village, the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, and marina promenades.

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Must-see attractions in Long Beach

  • The Queen Mary

    A 1936 British ocean liner permanently docked in Long Beach Harbor, now serving as a maritime landmark.

  • Shoreline Village

    A pedestrian waterfront district with marina views, dining, and access to harbor excursions.

  • Aquarium of the Pacific

    Located along the harbor, presenting marine ecosystems from the Pacific Rim.

  • Naples Island

    A canal-lined residential enclave inspired by Italian waterfront planning, accessible by kayak or gondola.

HARBOR & HORIZON

From Ocean Boulevard, container cranes silhouette against sunset light while pleasure boats circulate within calmer marina waters.

RESTORED LANDMARKS

Long Beach’s revival includes the restoration of early 20th-century façades, reintroducing Art Deco lines to the skyline.

WATERFRONT MOVEMENT

Ferry routes connect to Catalina Island, while pedestrian paths and cycling lanes trace the shoreline’s curve.

Planning your stay at Fairmont Breakers Long Beach

Long Beach Airport (LGB) is approximately 10 miles from downtown. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 25 miles northwest, with travel times dependent on traffic.

Downtown Long Beach is walkable, particularly along Ocean Boulevard and Shoreline Drive. Metro A Line rail service connects Long Beach to downtown Los Angeles.

Fairmont teams provide locally informed recommendations aligned with cruise schedules, waterfront events, and regional travel logistics.

 

  • Sounds & Sips

    Thursday through Saturday, Alter Ego comes alive with Sounds & Sips—an intimate evening showcasing diverse jazz expressions, paired with signature cocktails and timeless hospitality.

More Destinations in California

  • Sonoma

    Rolling hills stretch between mountain ridges, vineyards following the curve of the valley floor. Morning fog drifts inland from the Pacific before lifting to reveal rows of vines under warm California light.

  • Santa Monica

    Ocean light shifts across the Pacific before rising toward the coastal bluff. Palm-lined avenues descend toward wide sand and a historic pier extending into open water. The shoreline defines the tempo more than downtown blocks.

  • San Diego

    San Diego unfolds across mesas and canyon corridors before meeting the Pacific. Inland elevations shift toward protected valleys while the coastline remains open and sunlit for much of the year. The atmosphere feels expansive rather than vertical, defined by distance, reserve land, and steady ocean light that softens the urban grid.

  • Los Angeles

    The city stretches across a broad basin framed by mountains and open ocean. Freeways trace lines between glass towers, hillside neighborhoods, and coastal districts. As one of the defining luxury hotels in Los Angeles, Fairmont anchors your stay in Century City, positioned between Beverly Hills and the Pacific.

  • San Francisco

    Steel bridges cut through fog, cable cars climb steep streets, and the Pacific presses against a narrow peninsula. The city rises and falls across more than forty hills, opening toward the Bay on one side and the ocean on the other.