| there's also a 2-bedroom cottage with a private porch facing the ocean. upgraded rooms have pull-out sofas, balconies, whirlpool tubs and/or beach views. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. set along the 22-mile paved bicycle path known as the strand, this unassuming, oceanfront motel is a 2-minute walk from the hermosa beach pier and 6 miles from los angeles international airport. amenities include complimentary parking and a heated outdoor pool overlooking the beach. no-nonsense rooms with wood-veneer furnishings and quilted bedspreads feature free wi-fi and cable tv, plus full kitchens or kitchenettes
Los Angeles International Airport 23 min
Seaside Lagoon (7 min)
Seasonal spot for swimming, open during summer, with a sandy beach, snack bar & a play area. Pacific Park (34 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. Venice Beach Boardwalk (33 min)
Famed sandy stretch and beachside promenade with street performers, bodybuilders, shops & eateries. Santa Monica State Beach (29 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. Venice Canals (30 min)
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians. Hermosa Beach Pier (7 min)
Long-standing pier with ocean views, public restrooms & many food & drink options nearby. Watts Towers Arts Center (27 min)
Historic landmark site featuring soaring steel towers adorned with glass, shells & colorful tiles. Downtown Santa Monica (31 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. Heal the Bay Aquarium (32 min)
Education-oriented marine center with over 100 local species & hands-on exhibits like touch tanks. Battleship USS Iowa Museum (28 min)
Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits. Manhattan Beach Pier (10 min)
This restored 928-ft. concrete pier is the oldest on the West Coast & features a cafe & an aquarium. Redondo Beach Pier (9 min)
Landmark pier known for scenic oceanfront dining, shopping & nightlife, plus music & festivals. Venice Beach (32 min)
Internationally known for its bohemian vibe, this walkable beach offers street performers & a gym. Dockweiler Beach (18 min)
Bustling public beach offering a hang gliding training park, bonfires & views of departing aircraft. Santa Monica Pier (33 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. | 
