Marina del Rey

Travel Guide

A waterfront with modern buildings, a wooden dock, and a calm river.
A marina with various sailboats docked, a large yacht, and a clear blue sky.
A white boat named ZUMBROTA docked at a marina with other boats and a clear sky.
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 grey whale.

Walk to Venice Beach and play beach volleyball, paddle tennis or handball. This famous beach is regarded as a historic centre 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 kilometres) 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 for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Marina del Rey
Learn more about Marina del Rey

Marina Peninsula

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

Silver Strand

Though Silver Strand may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Venice Beach and Marina Beach.

Oxford Triangle

When in Oxford Triangle, you can plan a visit to Venice Beach and Marina Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is S$359 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
S$359
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,640 reviews)
"Very professional, accommodating staff! Great access to shopping and entertainment!"

Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is S$186 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
S$186
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (5,070 reviews)
"It was absolutely adequate - a place to sleep during a work trip.No bells. No whistles. The absolute bare minimum but at least the room was cleaned daily."

Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is S$218 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
S$218
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,836 reviews)
"The hotel charges $60 a day unless you leave and stay out the whole day and that charge is $27 a day. Our room didn’t get cleaned for a day and half. When I went to ask for towels the customer service representative told me housekeeping was gone for the day,she shrugged her shoulders laughed and ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2026

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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.
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 Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Bowl ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (521 reviews)
"Great location just a block from Hollywood Blvd. We stayed for a event at The Hollywood Bowl and it took about 10 minutes to walk there. The only draw back was the limited parking on the property. There is a couple ofparking garages near by, I used the one under the Target, it was less than 5 minute ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2026

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
Venice Suites

Venice Suites

3 out of 5
417 OceanFront Walk Venice CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,487 reviews)
"Our stay was quaint and perfect for a weekend getaway. Steps from the beach, we enjoyed the simplicity of our stay. Studio was clean and a good set up for what we needed."

Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2026

Venice Suites
Venice Breeze Suites

Venice Breeze Suites

3.5 out of 5
2 Breeze Avenue Venice CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,888 reviews)
"Love the property and the location! As someone who solo travels and loves to be left alone this was the perfect place, they only come by and bother you if you request help. The only thing I didn’t like was how the photos of outside wasn’t up-to-date for example there is no Starbucks across the street ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct, 2026

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.

Stay near popular Marina del Rey attractions

Things to do

Explore a world of travel with Expedia