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#11 of 18 hotels in Torrance
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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 371
  • Address: 21333 Hawthorne Blvd, (formerly Hilton Torrance/Southbay) Torrance, CA 90503
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
Description: Contemporary 12-story Hotel adjacent to Del Amo shopping & financial centers. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
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“Just about average”

Doubletree Hotel Torrance/South Bay

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3 of 5 stars
Raleigh, North Carolina
Mar 4, 2007
0/2 found this review helpful

The Hilton Torrance had its good and bad points. The hotel had ample parking and was close to a variety of restaurants, not to mention to the very disappointing del amo fashion center (the place is dirty and just plain smells in parts.) A common complaint I have with hotels is with the air conditioning, and the hilton torrance is no exception. The AC would not turn on until the room hit about 75 degrees, and would shut off at around 70. My first night I arrived late and complained to the front desk who to their credit promptly sent a maintenance person up (at 11:00 pm). Unfortunately, he explained the AC was working as designed. That alone is enough for me not to recommend this hotel. The room was dirty (stains on the walls and ceiling) and that and the bathroom were on the small side. One night I attempted to eat at the hotel restaurant (at around 7:00pm), but found the place devoid of any employees. After walking around and waiting ten minutes, I left. Room service was quick although the food was average at best. One positive note is that there was always a security guard in the lobby. In the end, I would not stay at this hotel again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Nearby food
    • Disliked — Air conditioning
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heeljeff's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2007
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 25-34
Member since: March 07, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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“Beware of the Internet Access”

Doubletree Hotel Torrance/South Bay

Feb 5, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

The site location is convenient and easy to find, but if you are trying to work while at this hotel you should reconsider. The internet access had great connectivity but extremely poor speed. It took me 4 hours to get one email sent. I ended up using dialup, and changed hotels as soon as I could. The internet service has outgoing SMTP service blocked so don't even think about using Outlook.
The executive lounge is okay but I wonder at their 'nominal' fee for a glass of wine ($7.50) and lack of anything that takes minor planning for breakfast. Even a hard boiled egg would have been good. Sorry, I can't exist on only carbs.
I would stay here again if the internet access is better and the beds not so soft. For the time being I will stay at one of the Hampton Inn properties located in the same general area.

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GuanMiao's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2007
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: November 11, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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“Stayed here for four months”

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4 of 5 stars
Outside Philadelphia, PA
Jan 3, 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

I travel for business and am a Hilton bigot (500k points, down from 1MM). I broke my employer's travel rules in order to stay here, then got them to lower their rates to get my employer to stop complaining. I refuse to commute via the freeways and work in Torrance on assignment. The customer-facing staff tries hard to score a "10" with me, but the rest of the hotel makes it difficult to score above a 7. I've sunk about $50 into the completely useless wireless there -- don't make the same mistake. No aux inputs on the TVs, so no portable DVD players. Also, don't eat dinner in the Vintage Lounge -- you'll get your drinks, appetizer, and main course all at once, after 30 mins. The Tea Room (faux Starbucks) in the lobby must close for the day around 10am -- also useless to me. The executive lounge staff are awesome, except no coffee at night. The location has some incredible shopping in walking distance and an excellent variety of restaurants within two driving minutes.

Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach are 10 minutes away by car, with a beach nightlife scene you'll cry over when its time to leave.

So why did I stay there for four months? The friendly staff at the front desk, sales office, and executive lounge. That, and my 10 minute commute, of course.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location to shopping, restaurants, Hermosa Beach, and LAX, Long Beach, and John Wayne Airports
    • Disliked — Horrible support for business travelers -- specifically the wireless and too few tv channels
    • Tips/Secrets: — If you are Diamond HHonors, request a K1S Junior Suite. You'll appreciate the extra space. Odd numbered rooms in the tower get a bright sunrise (but boring view), even rooms a beautiful sunset over the pool from the west.
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EasternPA's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2006
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: November 09, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Shopping
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“Good and convenient”

Doubletree Hotel Torrance/South Bay

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4 of 5 stars
New York, NY
Jan 2, 2007

I'm a Hilton Honors member so maybe I got better treatment from reception, but overall it was a good stay. Parking is free in the lot and the huge mall w/Starbucks in the courtyard is right across the street.

The bed was excellent and room service/the food was good. My only complaints are the bath water could have been hotter and the shower was a little weak. Also, no fridge or mini bar - this had been removed. It was nice to have a balcony and open up the sliding door for fresh air. Lots of places to eat nearby and another shopping center on the adjacent street. I would stay here again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — free parking, convenient, nice service, good room service, great bed
    • Disliked — not enough hot water, carpet not that great
    • Tips/Secrets: — become a Hilton Honors member and book on the web site for savings
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planetgirl's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2006
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 35-49
Member since: February 01, 2004
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Shopping
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“nice hotel”

Doubletree Hotel Torrance/South Bay

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4 of 5 stars
new braunfels
Dec 12, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

NIce hotel. Good room, nice gym (for a hotel), plenty of parking, and a nice atmosphere.

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quickybird's Summary
Date of Stay: November 2006
Traveled with: Business colleagues
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 25-34
Member since: December 12, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
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Address: 21333 Hawthorne Blvd, (formerly Hilton Torrance/Southbay), Torrance, CA 90503