| other amenities include a heated pool and a hot tub, as well as a garden and a sundeck. this unpretentious roadside hotel is 1 mile from the venice canal historic district and 3 miles from the santa monica pier. freebies include parking and wi-fi, plus continental breakfast in a laid-back courtyard cafe. basic rooms include en suite bathrooms, tvs, microwaves and fridges. theres a business center, and laundry facilities are available. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
Los Angeles International Airport 15 min
The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (23 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (23 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Santa Monica State Beach (14 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. TCL Chinese Theatre (34 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. The Getty (17 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Downtown Santa Monica (15 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. Dolby Theatre (33 min)
Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (30 min)
High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Venice Canals (7 min)
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians. The Original Farmers Market (24 min)
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. Santa Monica Pier (13 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. Pacific Park (15 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. Universal Studios Hollywood (29 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. The Getty Villa (21 min)
Former tycoon's residence modeled after 1st-century Italian villa, with Greek & Roman artifacts. Hollywood & Highland (31 min)
Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. | 
