LOS ANGELES BEACH GUIDE
Find best beaches in LA, California

The Los Angeles County beaches are not always crowded. That will
depend on the time of day and the month of the year.
We have chosen beaches for their beauty
activity, and included the best
lodging recommendations
on or near them.

Venice Beach ... Santa Monica Beach ... Manhattan Beach ... Long Beach

Venice Beach

Venice Beach, the famous sidewalk cafe beach.


This famous Los Angeles beach is a most exciting place to see, and be seen in. No visit
to Los Angeles would be complete without a trip to this happening place where
talented street performers, artist, "the beautiful people" mingle and
stroll along the famous sidewalk that runs through this unique
beach town. You can stroll all the way to Santa Monica
along this beach pathway. Do stay alert in the
evenings since this region has a rather
high crime rate once you leave
the main esplanade.

recommended hotels

Venice Beach Hotel

Venice Beach Suites Hotel

Located on the world famous Venice Beach at the heart of Venice Beach
and just a short walking distance from both the Venice Pier and
Santa Monica Pier. Numerous excellent restaurants
within easy walking distance.

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Long Beach

Alamitos Bay Beach ... Marine Beach, aka Mothers Beach

Alamitos Beach
Alamitos Bay Beach, Long Beach, Ca.

From Alamitos to 15th Place you can skate, ride or stride along the water's edge on
the main beach from Alamitos Avenue on the west to 54th Place on the east
on the 3.1-mile Pedestrian Bike Path. A wide foot path and bike lane
separated for safety. Rent bikes or skates and enjoy this beach
and the surrounding beach and Bay. Rent umbrellas and
beach chairs at Alfredos.


Marine Beach, aka "Mother's Beach"

Marine Beach, aka Mothers Beach, Long Beach, Ca.

Located on 4.6 acres in a beautiful marina setting. With volleyball courts,
a play area and picnic sites. Known as "Mother's Beach" for its
gentle wave action, shallow swimming area and Lifeguard
Supervision during peak periods. A great beach
for kids and a nearby grassy play area.
5839 Appian Way, Long Beach, Ca.

Recommended beach lodging

Renaissance Long Beach Hotel

Deluxe accommodations and superior facilities in the heart of downtown Long Beach opposite
the convention center and overlooking famous Pine Avenue, nearby beaches and the
Pacific Ocean. Casually elegant with a most commanding view of the harbor,
ocean or cityscape. Long Beach's Main Beach (sorry no photo). It
is a very long soft sandy beach and the weather is balmy!

Click here for a complete list of all Long Beach Hotels

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Santa Monica Beach

Santa Monica Beach

This is one of the favorite beaches in the region. A wide stretch
of sand on Santa Monica Bay. Lifeguards on duty. A splendid
place for strolling sunrise to sunset, before perusing
the great galleries, shops and restaurants in
town (a few blocks from the beach).

Complete list of all the best hotels in Santa Monica

Recommended Beach Lodging

Hotel Casa Del Mar

Accommodation on the sand in Santa Monica

One of the most luxurious hotels on southern California coast.
Fronts on an expansive beach with sweeping views of
the Pacific Ocean. On the beach within easy
with easy walking distance to all
excellent restaurants and
boutique shopping.


Hotel Loews Santa Monica

Loews Santa Monica is a luxury beach hotel.

Experience the finest luxury beach accommodations in the region. Walking distance
to all the finest restaurants, shopping and the famous 3rd Street Promenade.
Guarantee best rates for this top rated hotel!


A complete list of all hotels in Santa Monica
Discover a wide range of prices and amenities!

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Manhattan Beach

Manhattan beach noted for its professional & nonprofessional volley tournaments.

A vibrant beach community in Los Angeles County. Manhattan Beach is noted
for outstanding surf and
beach volleyball (tournament schedule)
professional and non professional tournaments. The beach
is surrounded by upscale beach condos, shops & fine
restaurants. Both permanent residences & beach
lodging accommodations meld together to
create a unique beach community.


Recommended Beach Lodging

Sea View Inn at the Beach

Closest hotel to beach & downtown!

Closest hotel to the beach & downtown Manhattan Beach. Complimentary
bikes, boogie boards, towels, chairs, sand toys and umbrellas.
Heated Pool. Freeway close, 30 min from downtown LA, 45
minutes Disneyland & Universal Studios. Or leave
car parked & walk to more restaurants and
shops than you'll have time to
visit. 10 min LAX Airport


A complete list of hotels in Manhattan Beach

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