Marina del Rey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina del Rey featuring a river or creek, views and a coastal town
Marina del Rey which includes a lighthouse
Marina del Rey which includes a marina, boating and sailing
Marina del Rey featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a marina
Marina del Rey which includes flowers and a house

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

Venice Beach showing a city, signage and street scenes

Marina Peninsula

5/5(1 area review)

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

Marina Peninsula
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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.

Silver Strand
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$262 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$262
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,906 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Friendly staff (in particular shuttle drivers, front desk, and waitresses). We were in a renovated room and it was very nice. Nice gift shop and lots of restaurant choices. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Hilton 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 NZ$278 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$278
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,777 reviews)
"The hotel itself is nicely decorated and modern. Check in was easy and staff was quick to help with the mostly self serve check in and out. The breakfast was delicious and worth the price. Unfortunately I wish I’d researched the area better. We had to walk quite a distance to find dining and cocktail ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
The price is NZ$490 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$490
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,591 reviews)
"Nice upgrade"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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.
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
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! (41 reviews)
"Awesome great very cozy"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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

Venice Beach luxury Apartments

4.5 out of 5
13455 Maxella Ave, Marina del Rey, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Santa ...
6/10 (1 review)
"The pool in pictures is not the pool at property. There’s a hot tub on the roof. No pool towels. Place was clean and neat. Just promised my kids a pool and there wasn’t one so it was a bust in that sense. Also the fees were outrageous, I am military and don’t make a lot of money and this place was ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2025

Venice Beach luxury Apartments
Spacious 2 bedroom Venice beach condo

Spacious 2 bedroom Venice beach condo

Marina del Rey
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! (51 reviews)
"The Apt. Was very nice and it was very easy to get around. Lots of places to eat in walking distance."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 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

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Will stay Again , terrific venue

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent location, walkable to Venice beach, parking and on site restaurant and bar are great

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