# Anime Expo 2027 hotels: where to stay 2 to 5 Jul 2027, Friday to Monday · Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles Independent guide Anime and Japanese pop culture · Open to the public Anime Expo is a convention celebrating Japanese pop culture, run by the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA). In 2026 the organizer reported a turnstile attendance of more than 422,000 fans from over 65 countries. [More on the official site](https://www.anime-expo.org/) ## Hotels by time to the hall The 5 hotels closest to **West and South Halls**, along a [route we calculated](https://venuenights.com/about/#method). On the organizer's 2026 map, the exhibit hall filled South Hall, West Hall and part of Kentia Hall, with Artist Alley in Kentia Hall. ### Closest to West and South Halls - **Moxy Downtown Los Angeles**: 3 min walk to West and South Halls (walking route). 0.1 mi from the convention center, per Discover Los Angeles - **AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles**: 4 min walk to West and South Halls (walking route). 0.1 mi from the convention center, per Discover Los Angeles - **The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles**: 6 min walk to West and South Halls (walking route). Under one roof with the JW Marriott at L.A. LIVE, per Discover Los Angeles - **E Central Hotel Downtown Los Angeles**: 7 min walk to West and South Halls (walking route). 1020 S Figueroa St - **JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE**: 8 min walk to West and South Halls (walking route). The convention center's headquarter hotel, per Discover Los Angeles 13 hotels within a 15-minute walk of LA Convention Center. Ranked by travel time only, no paid placement. Walking routes calculated on 13 Oct 2026 from [OpenStreetMap data](https://venuenights.com/about/#method). [All 16 hotels near the Los Angeles Convention Center](https://venuenights.com/los-angeles-convention-center/#hotels) Hotels a little further from the halls often cost less. The venue guide also lists [cheaper areas a short ride away](https://venuenights.com/los-angeles-convention-center/#cheaper). - **Official housing: ConferenceDirect**: ConferenceDirect runs the official hotel block. In 2026 the block opened on 20 Jan and asked for at least three nights. Compare here if the official hotels do not fit. - **Badges are final sales**: On 13 Oct 2026 the organizer listed 2027 badges as coming soon; badge sales are final and non-refundable. - **Shuttles from some block hotels**: In 2026, block hotels marked with shuttle service had a free shuttle to the convention center, which runs none itself. ## Getting around during Anime Expo We have no verified transport details for Anime Expo yet. Airports, transit and parking for the Los Angeles Convention Center are in the venue guide: [getting to the Los Angeles Convention Center](https://venuenights.com/los-angeles-convention-center/#venue-info). Flying in? [Hotels near LAX Airport by time to your terminal](https://venuenights.com/airports/lax-airport/) ## When to book for Anime Expo We have no booking data specific to Anime Expo yet. Expected demand: very high. Book: as soon as you have your badge. [Booking times for all events at this venue](https://venuenights.com/los-angeles-convention-center/#when) ## Anime Expo 2027 at a glance - **Dates**: 2 to 5 Jul 2027, Friday to Monday - **Registration**: Register on the [organizer's site](https://www.anime-expo.org/ax/register/). - **Exhibit hall hours**: 9 am to 6 pm on 2 to 4 Jul and 9 am to 3 pm on 5 Jul; badge pickup opens on 1 Jul at noon. - **Who can attend**: Anyone with a badge; child badges cover ages 6 to 13 and kids 5 and under are free. - **Visitors from abroad**: Attendees from outside the US and Canada pick up their badge onsite. This guide is independent and not part of Anime Expo, SPJA or its housing program. ## Anime Expo hotel questions ### When is Anime Expo 2027? Anime Expo 2027 runs from 2 to 5 Jul 2027, Friday to Monday, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. ### Is there an official Anime Expo hotel block? Yes, through ConferenceDirect, the official housing provider. On 13 Oct 2026 the 2027 block was not open yet; the 2026 block opened on 20 Jan 2026 and required at least three nights. If you need fewer nights, compare the hotels on this page. ### Whom do I ask about the Anime Expo hotel block? ConferenceDirect, Monday to Friday 6 am to 4 pm Pacific, toll-free (844) 876-1337, international +1 (704) 419-8448, AXHousing@conferencedirect.com. Block rooms are limited, first come, first served, and not guaranteed for every attendee. ### How late can I get into the convention center? The South Hall (Mahoko Gate) and North Plaza (Max Gate) entrances are open 9 am to midnight on the first three days and the West Hall (Kisegi Gate) until 2 am; on the last day all three close at 4 pm. Pick a hotel you can walk back to late at night. ### What do I need to pick up my badge onsite? Your QR code confirmation and a valid government-issued photo ID; under 18, bring a parent or legal guardian. Onsite pickup is for visitors from outside the US and Canada and anyone who missed the mailing cutoff; other badges are mailed from early May. ### Can I get a refund on an Anime Expo badge? No. The organizer says all badge sales are final and non-refundable. ### Is there a shuttle to Anime Expo? The convention center runs no shuttle. In 2026, block hotels marked with shuttle service had a free shuttle to the center; hotels on this page closer in are a short walk. ## About this guide VenueNights is independent and not affiliated with Anime Expo, SPJA, ConferenceDirect or the Los Angeles Convention Center. ### Sources - [Anime Expo: 2027 dates and venue](https://www.anime-expo.org/) - [Anime Expo 2026 wrap release, 10 Jul 2026 (attendance, 2027 dates)](https://www.anime-expo.org/2026/07/10/anime-expo-2026-wraps-its-35th-edition-with-attendees-from-over-65-countries-and-over-1400-hours-of-programming/) - [Anime Expo: accommodations (ConferenceDirect, shuttles, housing contact and hours, checked 11 Nov 2026)](https://www.anime-expo.org/ax/plan/accommodations/) - [Anime Expo: hotel booking policies (2026 block, 3-night minimum)](https://www.anime-expo.org/hotel-booking-policies/) - [Anime Expo: how to attend (badge types, ages, badge mailing and onsite pickup, checked 11 Nov 2026)](https://www.anime-expo.org/ax/plan/howtoattend/) - [Anime Expo: register (badge sales final)](https://www.anime-expo.org/ax/register/) - [Anime Expo: hours and maps (halls in 2026, exhibit hall and registration hours for 2 to 5 Jul, checked 18 Oct 2026; entrance hours by gate, checked 11 Nov 2026)](https://www.anime-expo.org/ax/plan/hours-and-maps/) - [Los Angeles Convention Center: visitor FAQ (no shuttle)](https://www.laconventioncenter.com/visit/visitor-faqs) > Markdown version of https://venuenights.com/events/anime-expo/ for AI assistants and agents. 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