Featured Hotels Near Colorado Lagoon

Long Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa is a top choice, located just a 5-minute walk from Colorado Lagoon. The hotel offers ocean-view rooms with stunning vistas of the Pacific sunset and Long Beach skyline. Guests enjoy easy access to bike trails, waterfront dining, and water sports rentals. Located within 10 minutes of Long Beach Airport, it’s also close to major attractions like the Long Beach Museum of Art and Dignity Health Sports Park—perfect for families and couples seeking a relaxed coastal getaway.

Guests staying near Colorado Lagoon can easily reach Downtown Long Beach via the free shuttle bus or a 10-minute ride on the Long Beach Transit Light Rail. Multiple bus lines (including routes 96 and 23) run directly through the area, connecting to shopping districts and business hubs. Alternatively, renting an electric bike along the scenic coastal bike path takes just 15 minutes to reach downtown—offering both convenience and a scenic commute.

Visitors can enjoy kayaking tours, windsurfing lessons, and guided night glow paddle sessions illuminated by floating lights. Local providers offer expert instruction and equipment rental. The lagoon’s docks feature birdwatching platforms, perfect for spotting herons and seagulls—ideal for nature photographers. Some nearby hotels also offer “morning run + coffee” packages combining fitness and relaxation, creating a truly immersive coastal lifestyle experience.

Colorado Lagoon Park features a children’s playground, picnic lawns, barbecue grills, and accessible pathways with restrooms. The park includes a small aquarium and eco-education displays, turning playtime into a learning opportunity. Weekly events like community markets and parent-child workshops (e.g., pottery making and nature art) foster family bonding. Located right beside the coastal walking trail, it offers safe, open space where kids can explore freely while parents relax in the sun and sea breeze.

The nighttime atmosphere at Colorado Lagoon is highlighted by light installations and dock projection shows that begin at 7 PM, featuring dynamic light displays inspired by local history and ocean themes. Waterfront bars and restaurants offer seaview dinners with live music. Evening cruise tours on select boats provide panoramic views of the Long Beach skyline and harbor lighthouse, making it a must-visit spot for couples and photography enthusiasts.