Marina del Rey, CA

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Marina del Rey showing a lighthouse
Enjoy spectacular waterfront views in an award-winning restaurant or take a relaxing cruise on an Italian-style gondola in this marina community.

Marina del Rey is one of the world’s largest small craft harbors. The community is perfect for outdoor activities, ranging from coastal bike outings to walking tours. Participate in many water-based activities, including parasailing, sport fishing and paddleboarding.

Some of Los Angeles’ best beaches, including Venice Beach and Santa Monica State Beach, are nearby. Charter a sport fishing outing or rent a motorboat. Enjoy some of the finest seafood and international cuisine in Los Angeles County.

The marina features stunning waterways and over 4,000 boats. Book a dinner cruise and enjoy a formal meal aboard a luxurious vessel. Rent a paddleboard, kayak or Jet Ski and explore the open seas.

Book a charter and fish for sea bass, yellowtail or halibut. Travel along Santa Monica Bay and catch some of California’s best game fish, including barracuda and white seabass. Marina del Rey also offers whale-watching charters, where you can experience the seasonal migration of the California gray whale.

Walk to Venice Beach and play beach volleyball, paddle tennis or handball. This famous beach is regarded as a historic center of creative life for the beat poets and artists of the mid-20th century, including Lawrence Lipton and Saul White. Wander along the boardwalk and watch surfers ride waves at this iconic Los Angeles beach.

Rent a bicycle and ride from Washington Square to Santa Monica Pier along the famous Venice Beach Bicycle Path. Learn to surf from a qualified surfing instructor on Santa Monica State Beach. This remarkable beach covers about 245 acres (100 hectares) of sand along the Pacific Ocean.

This community is regarded for its food and nightlife, with a wide range of acclaimed restaurants and bars. Find Marina del Rey about 6 miles (10 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Marina del Rey is the perfect base for fishing charters, water activities and fine dining on Santa Monica Bay.

Where to stay in Marina del Rey

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4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is ₩127,322 per night from May 26 to May 27
₩127,322
per night
May 26 - May 27
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
6/10 (5,874 reviews)
"Getting to the hotel from the airport is lacking in Signage. Forget calling the hotel it gets you in a 800 loop. Shuttle buses aren’t posted or direct number to hotel"

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
4 out of 5
6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is ₩190,298 per night from May 19 to May 20
₩190,298
per night
May 19 - May 20
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,834 reviews)
Will come back again.
"Amazing location, convenient transport to the airport, good food alternatives around the location if you are in for a walk."

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Loews Hollywood Hotel
4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
The price is ₩331,447 per night from May 25 to May 26
₩331,447
per night
May 25 - May 26
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,558 reviews)
"Excellent location in Hollywood! Easy access to the Hollywood Bowl and the Pantages Theater. Rooms were clean and spacious."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (321 reviews)
"Property was great. LA area not so much"

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Venice Beach luxury Apartments minutes to The Marina And Santa Monica
Venice Beach luxury Apartments minutes to The Marina And Santa Monica
4 out of 5
4340 Glencoe Ave, Marina del Rey, CA
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier ...
8/10 Very Good! (12 reviews)
Nice place
"Great space, clean and with plenty of room for 6-7 people, very nice balconies if you like chilling outside. Great restaurants and bars all within walking distance and a very nice looking common area which I didnt bother to try but should've. Its literary also an apt complex so if youre not a stranger ..."

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023

Venice Beach luxury Apartments minutes to The Marina And Santa Monica
Venice Breeze Suites
Venice Breeze Suites
3.5 out of 5
2 Breeze Avenue, Venice, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,493 reviews)
"Excellent location, very clean."

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Venice Breeze Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Marina del Rey

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Top Destination
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3 - Okay
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1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Apr 7, 2020

Great place, but the staff that was there during our visit was not good.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Feb 21, 2020

Not very family oriented, not too clean and very busy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 9, 2020

Lovely area and just a gentle stroll to the beach. Aldo make sure to visit the Cheesecake Factory right next to the Foghorn Harbor Inn....

5/5 - Excellent

Chuck
Jan 22, 2020

Clean, friendly and extremely safe.

5/5 - Excellent

SMV
Jan 20, 2020

Very pleasant.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jan 2, 2020

Walking distance to Venice Beach Pier and Boardwalk.

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