Marina del Rey, CA

Travel Guide

A waterfront with modern buildings, a wooden dock, and a calm river.
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A well-maintained garden with various flowering plants and trimmed trees.
A coastal walkway with colorful buildings, a palm tree, and a canal.

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

Find the best Marina del Rey areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Marina Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Marina Peninsula, Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are top sights worth seeing.

Silver Strand

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Silver Strand and surrounding area, you can visit Venice Beach and Marina Beach.

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Oxford Triangle

Oxford Triangle might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Marina Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ₩154,696 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
₩154,696
₩179,800 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
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Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
The price is ₩219,710 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
₩219,710
₩246,300 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
Hotel Burbank
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is ₩266,491 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
₩266,491
₩358,924 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,425 reviews)
"It was a great location to shopping and restaurants."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
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Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Bowl ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (415 reviews)
"First time in LA with the family. We thought the location was really good and accessible to Hollywood's attraction like the Chinese Theater, Walk of Fame etc... It had a covered parking spot which in July's heat was great. It was an added cost though, and being off of a busy street (Franklin) made ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
The Sovereign

The Sovereign

2 out of 5
205 Washington Ave Santa Monica CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"It is an apartment building w some rooms. You need to wash your own dishes but there is no sink in the kitchen so I had to use the small bathroom. You are responsible die dumping trash etc. Not my usual expectation for a hotel experience."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

The Sovereign
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (370 reviews)
"Unique hotel experience in a good way and a major bad way. The room itself was a good size, clean and had everything you would expect. More like an apartment than a hotel. I had no issues with room itself. Other aspects of this location will prevent me from ever going. The location is average on ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

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Stay near popular Marina del Rey attractions

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Marina Beach

9.0/10 (495 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Marina Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Marina del Rey. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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