| 7 miles from los angeles international airport and 4. overlooking the ballona wetlands ecological reserve and marina del rey, this secluded b&b styled after a new england beach resort is 3. airy, casually elegant rooms feature high-end linens, free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus ipod docks and designer bath products. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 5 miles from the venice beach boardwalk. free amenities include parking and bicycle rentals. there's also a hot breakfast buffet, afternoon tea, lemonade and cookies, and an evening wine hour. upgraded rooms offer fireplaces, decks, jacuzzis and/or marina or wetlands views; 2-room suites add daybeds or pull-out sofas
Los Angeles International Airport 11 min
The Getty (15 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Pacific Park (19 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. TCL Chinese Theatre (32 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. The Getty Villa (21 min)
Former tycoon's residence modeled after 1st-century Italian villa, with Greek & Roman artifacts. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (21 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Downtown Santa Monica (16 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. Heal the Bay Aquarium (17 min)
Education-oriented marine center with over 100 local species & hands-on exhibits like touch tanks. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (21 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Dolby Theatre (31 min)
Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Hollywood & Highland (30 min)
Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. Venice Canals (10 min)
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians. Santa Monica State Beach (14 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. The Original Farmers Market (22 min)
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. Palisades Park (15 min)
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views. Santa Monica Pier (17 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. | 
