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LOS ANGELES-A multi-million-dollar renovation has been completed at the 185-room Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard. The hotel, in the Los Angeles International Airport area, has undergone a facelift including redesigns of the guest rooms, lobby and meeting space, according to an announcement by hotel management.

The property, at 6161 W. Century Blvd. in Los Angeles, is the closest Marriott branded hotel to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)A major highlight of the renovation is the Courtyard Marriott brand’s "Refreshing Business" lobby concept, according to Israel Mora, the hotel's geneal manager. Mora explains that the new lobby design offers travelers the flexibility to work and socialize however they choose. Seating options include a communal table, private media pods with high-definition televisions, and a lounge area. Guests can connect to free Wi-Fi, with outlets throughout the lobby to power digital devices.