Venice on the Beach Hotel

Venice on the Beach Hotel — Los Angeles, United States

Venice on the Beach Hotel is a simple, older beachfront hotel with compact rooms in Los Angeles, United States.

Address: 2819 Ocean Front Walk, Los Angeles. Property ID: 1987790.

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About Venice on the Beach Hotel

• Property type: Hotel
• 3-star hotel
• 2819 Ocean Front Walk, Los Angeles
• City page: Hotels in Los Angeles

Axel's take: 7.7/10

It's a good beach base if room polish comes second.

• Choose it for: Beachfront access, ocean-facing outdoor seating and Washington Boulevard restaurants.
• Skip it if: You need reliable quiet, spacious rooms or consistently modern bathrooms.

Axel's opinion of Venice on the Beach Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

Room types

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Quadruple room

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Double room with ocean view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Twin room (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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Deluxe Standard Double room (full double bed)

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Accessible Double room (full double bed)

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1 Bedroom Suite

• Bedrooms: 1
• Room features: Fridge
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Location

Southern Venice beachfront suits coastal breaks, not cross-city sightseeing.

• The block: The hotel faces west across the promenade toward sand and volleyball courts, with no traffic road between the entrance and beach. Washington Boulevard's restaurants and bars are nearby. The canals are 7 minutes on foot. The Venice Boardwalk destination is 20 minutes away, although the beachfront promenade is already outside.
• Getting around: Walk or cycle for a coast-focused stay; use taxis or rideshares for inland sightseeing and LAX. Downtown Santa Monica is 14 minutes by taxi or 30 by transit. The Getty is 23 minutes by taxi versus 86 by transit: a useful warning against treating this as an all-purpose Los Angeles base.
• After dark: Guest accounts describe this stretch as quieter than central Venice's bustle, with Washington Boulevard nearby for dinner and bars. That does not guarantee quiet indoors: thin walls remain the bigger sleep concern.

Location and comparisons: Reviewed Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor.

Best areas in Los Angeles for couples

• Santa Monica: 7.5/10 for couples. Oceanfront walks, dinners and strong hotels suit a coastal break; accept weak value and longer inland journeys.
• Hollywood: 7.1/10 for couples. Pair theater evenings and nearby dining with straightforward B Line sightseeing; this is an active base, not a quiet escape.
• West Hollywood: 6.9/10 for couples. Music clubs, late dinners and strong hotels suit social couples, but hills and road journeys complicate getting around.
• Beverly Hills: 6.8/10 for couples. Choose polished hotels, shopping and leisurely dinners rather than concentrated nightlife; value is the weakest in the ranking.
• Downtown LA: 6.7/10 for couples. Build days around museums and Grand Central Market, then choose evening restaurant clusters rather than assuming continuous street activity.
• Venice & Marina del Rey: 6.6/10 for couples.
• Pasadena: 6.4/10 for couples.
• Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach: 6.3/10 for couples.
• Long Beach: 5.9/10 for couples.
• Universal City: 5.9/10 for couples.
• LAX & El Segundo: 4.0/10 for couples. Where to stay in Los Angeles for couples

Hotels around Venice on the Beach Hotel

• Marriott Marina del Rey (Opposite Mother's Beach in Marina del Rey). Marriott Marina del Rey wins when: Spacious rooms and lounge access for eligible guests who prefer a larger hotel. Keep Venice on the Beach Hotel when: Keep Venice on the Beach for direct oceanfront access and a smaller, simpler setting; the Marriott brings destination fees and valet-only parking.
• Erwin Venice Beach Hotel (Central Venice near Windward Avenue). Hotel Erwin wins when: Rooftop sunsets and a more social hotel experience for couples who enjoy late evenings. Keep Venice on the Beach Hotel when: Keep Venice on the Beach for a low-key beachfront base rather than rooftop nightlife, nighttime music and a busy shared elevator.

Alternatives for the same trip

• Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town (Pasadena). Courtyard Pasadena Old Town wins when: Refreshed rooms, Old Pasadena restaurants and Memorial Park station when an inland, car-light weekend is the actual trip. Keep Venice on the Beach Hotel when: Venice on the Beach wins when the ocean is the purpose of the stay, not an excursion from Pasadena.
• Best Western Plus Hotel At The Convention Center (Long Beach). Best Western Plus Convention Center wins when: Included breakfast and an indoor pool for a practical Long Beach convention stay. Keep Venice on the Beach Hotel when: Venice on the Beach wins for direct access to Venice's sand, canals and coastal walks rather than convention convenience.

Getting around from Venice on the Beach Hotel

Travel times from Google's hotel listing; walking unless noted.

• Santa Monica Airport: 16 min by taxi.
• Los Angeles International Airport: 24 min by taxi.
• Hollywood Burbank Airport: 47 min by taxi.
• John Wayne Airport: 58 min by taxi.
• Santa Monica Pier: 30 min by transit.
• Venice Canal Historic District: 7 min.
• The Getty: 23 min by taxi.
• Santa Monica State Beach: 28 min by transit.
• Venice Boardwalk: 20 min.
• Los Angeles County Museum of Art: 30 min by taxi.
• Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier: 33 min by transit.
• Hammer Museum: 58 min by transit.
• The Getty Villa: 53 min by transit.
• Downtown Santa Monica: 30 min by transit.
• Petersen Automotive Museum: 28 min by taxi.
• Hollywood Walk of Fame: 38 min by taxi.

What guests say

• Ratings: 4.3/5 (490 reviews).
• Praised: Location (89% positive); Service (85% positive); Cleanliness (82% positive).
• Complaints: Sleep quality (65% negative); Room amenities (39% negative); Cleanliness (18% negative). The latest 50 reviews average 4.0/5. Seven of the 10 newest entries praise the setting; two flag aging facilities, while one reports serious cleanliness problems. Latest reviews, newest first (all reviews):
• Leticia · 1/5 · Oct 20, 2026: “The place is extremely old. I paid for my stay and wanted to leave because the bed was filthy…plus there's no air conditioning and they refused to refund my money when I canceled.”
• Win · 5/5 · Oct 17, 2026: “Excellent location! You get to stay in a quiet residential area, with a beautiful view of the beach and a patio where you can relax and chill.”
• ERROR · 5/5 · Oct 7, 2026: “4.3 stars and called a 2-star hotel...anyway it looks really cozy like I would pay you to live there its just adorable”
• Le · 5/5 · Sep 21, 2026: “Our favorite hotel in Venice! It’s right by the beach, and everything is within walking distance. The staff are always friendly, the rooms are clean, and there are plenty of nice outdoor seating areas to relax. We always enjoy staying here!”

Good to know

• Incidentals hold: $100 authorized at check-in.
• Parking: Limited on-site spaces require advance reservation.
• Arrival and departure: Check-in starts at 3:00 PM; check-out is 11:00 AM.
• Payment: Cash is not accepted. A valid ID and credit card are required at check-in.
• Advance payment: The official policy requires the first night's room and tax as a reservation deposit; the stay balance is due at check-in.
• Stairs: There is no elevator.

Facts checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.

Rooms, amenities and policies

• Rooms: Simple, compact accommodation with refrigerators and ocean-view categories. Air conditioning is listed, but guest reports describe inconsistent performance; thin walls are another recurring drawback.
• Cleanliness: Overall cleanliness ratings are positive, though recent Expedia reviews include repeated bathroom-cleaning complaints. The evidence supports inconsistency, not a uniformly dirty property.
• Service: Helpful, friendly staff are a consistent strength across Booking.com and Expedia feedback.
• Amenities: Rooftop terrace, beachfront patio seating, free Wi-Fi and beach towels are useful extras. There is no elevator, and Wi-Fi receives weaker feedback than location or service.
• Fees and surprises: The hotel authorizes $100 for incidentals at check-in and does not accept cash. On-site parking is limited and requires advance reservation.

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