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Famous for its sun-soaked beaches, vibrant canals, and lively boardwalk, Venice Beach is the ultimate Southern California destination. Our hotel puts you steps away from the top things to do in Venice Beach, Santa Monica, and Marina del Rey—whether you’re walking, biking, or cruising along the coast. From weddings and birthday celebrations to weekend getaways with friends, you’ll find unforgettable Venice Beach attractions, local culture, and endless fun just outside your door.

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Events in Venice Beach

Discover top events in Venice Beach, CA—from festivals and concerts to fitness competitions and pop-up markets. Plan your stay near all the action.

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Abbot Kinney Boulevard

Abbot Kinney Boulevard

Head to Abbot Kinney Boulevard on every first Friday of the month starting at 5 PM for L.A’s premier Food Truck Event! Enjoy a festive night out, dozens of A-list food trucks, and special merchant events. Check back on Abbot Kinney Blog for the list of each truck and where to find them.

Venice Beach Canals

Venice Beach Canals

Designed to mirror the famed canals of Venice, Italy, the picturesque Venice Canal Historic District is a must-see attraction. Featured in romantic comedies like “Valentine’s Day”, “Because I Said So”, and many others, this LA filming hot spot offers a colorful, yet tranquil setting ideal for date night or a post-brunch stroll with the girls.

Muscle Beach Venice Beach

Muscle Beach

Test your strength and impress onlookers two blocks north of Venice Boulevard at Muscle Beach. Known to be the most famous outdoor gym in the world, Muscle Beach is home to local bodybuilders and tourists alike. Although a new wave of physical fitness buffs show up often, some of the original “old timers” of the golden era in the 1940’s and 1950’s will still stop by from time to time.

Venice Beach Skate Park

This iconic skate park located next to the Pacific Ocean is a staple of Venice Beach. With sunken pools, railings, and other challenging skateboarding terrains, the park has long attracted some of the area’s most talented skaters and street artists.

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Pier

Stroll or cruise the length of the Boardwalk and land at the Santa Monica Pier. With a roller coaster, carousel, the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, shops, a video arcade, a trapeze school, various pubs, and plenty of restaurants, there is no shortage of entertainment. During the summer months the pier holds weekly outdoor concerts, movies, and other family friendly activities, many that are free to the public.

Venice Beach Boardwalk

Venice Beach Boardwalk

Walk the eclectic 2.5-mile promenade also known as the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Filled with skaters, surfers, artists, musicians, mimes, fortune tellers, and other assorted street entertainers, the Venice Beach Boardwalk is definitely an iconic place you can’t miss.