Hotels for Le Sserafim

K-pop tours like this one draw a crowd that starts queuing outside hours before doors open, kitted out in fan colours and swapping handmade merch on the pavement. Expect a heavily choreographed set, synchronised chants from the crowd, and a wall of phone lights during the ballads. A midweek evening slot means the audience skews toward those who've taken the day off or planned around work, giving the whole arena a slightly higher-stakes, more determined energy than a weekend show. The group's global following means the queue outside will include fans who've flown in specifically for this date.

In the heart of downtown Los Angeles, Crypto.com Arena is home to the Lakers, Clippers and Kings and a premier stage for major concerts and awards shows. It anchors the lively L.A. Live entertainment complex, ringed by restaurants, bars, cinemas and hotels. The Metro rail network serves nearby stations, a rarity for car-centric LA.

Booking a room downtown lets you walk to the venue through the buzz of L.A. Live and back to your bed afterwards, sidestepping the city's notorious traffic.