Marina del Rey, CA

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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.

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ¥20,300 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
¥20,300
¥23,602 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,030 reviews)
Staff was very nice and helpful. Nice location

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport

3 out of 5
5249 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ¥16,598 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
¥16,598
¥21,888 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,503 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

4 out of 5
361 South Spring Street Los Angeles CA
The price is ¥15,198 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
¥15,198
¥17,658 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,074 reviews)
Great staff and room was amazing Extremely comfortable

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
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.
Venice Beach luxury Apartments

Venice Beach luxury Apartments

4.5 out of 5
13455 Maxella Ave Marina del Rey CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa Monica ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
All though it took a bit to get the hosts info as soon as we got it everything went great definitely will be going back and booking this cute apt

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Venice Beach luxury Apartments
Cozy good vibes boat experience in Marina Del Rey. Perfect location in safe area

Cozy good vibes boat experience in Marina Del Rey. Perfect location in safe area

Marina del Rey CA
Stay at this houseboat in Marina del Rey. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
We had an awesome stay! The boat was exactly as described. If you love boats, you’ll definitely enjoy staying here. We slept great and really wished we could’ve stayed another night. Sitting outside under the stars was so peaceful.Estavan was an amazing host, super kind and patient (I was a bit of ...

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Cozy good vibes boat experience in Marina Del Rey. Perfect location in safe area
Spacious 2 bedroom Venice beach condo

Spacious 2 bedroom Venice beach condo

Marina del Rey CA
Stay at this condo in Marina del Rey. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
The place was really nice for the Swedish family with a party of five. Wellplaned, good instructions to get there. A good feeling like at holme. We can warmly rekommended the place. Annika from Sweden

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Spacious 2 bedroom Venice beach condo
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

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
190
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
148
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
32
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
8
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

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

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Verified traveler

Clean, friendly and extremely safe.

5/5 - Excellent

SMV

Very pleasant.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Walking distance to Venice Beach Pier and Boardwalk.

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