Venice Beach is between the Pacific and Abbot Kinney Boulevard, and the hotels here range from a 2-star beachfront property on Ocean Front Walk to a 4-star boutique a short walk from Washington Boulevard. Each hotel here is within Venice Beach proper, not in Marina del Rey or Santa Monica.
How we selected these hotels
Every hotel here is within Venice Beach, confirmed by street address, and ordered from there.
- 1. A confirmed Venice Beach street address.
- 2. Star rating, the primary order.
- 3. Guest score, drawn from the ratings in our inventory, used to separate hotels sharing the same star tier.
Hotels in Marina del Rey, including properties on Admiralty Way and Via Marina, were excluded regardless of proximity, and so were hostels. The list covers at least one mid-range and one upscale option. Sustainability credentials are noted per property where verified, but they did not override the star-and-score ranking because no hotel on this list holds a confirmed third-party certification such as LEED or Green Key.
Venice Beach hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inn at Venice Beach | 4 | 8.6 | 327 Washington Blvd |
| Hotel Erwin Venice Beach | 4 | 8.4 | 1697 Pacific Avenue |
| The Venice Beach House | 3 | 9.0 | 15 30th Avenue |
| Venice V Hotel | 3 | 9.0 | 5 Westminster Avenue, Suite 118 |
| Venice on the Beach Hotel | 2 | 8.2 | 2819 Ocean Front Walk |
Getting around Venice Beach without a car
- Big Blue Bus Route 18 runs along Lincoln Boulevard and connects to the Metro E Line at Bergamot Station, about a 10-minute ride from central Venice.
- Metro Local Line 33 runs along Venice Boulevard and reaches downtown Los Angeles in roughly 45 minutes.
- Rideshare pickup is straightforward on most side streets, though Ocean Front Walk itself is pedestrian-only.
- Bikes are the fastest way to cover the boardwalk and reach Abbot Kinney Boulevard, and several hotels offer loaner bikes or have racks on site.
- Heading further up the coast, Santa Monica is a 20-minute ride north and puts you on the E Line, and Marina del Rey is the same distance south.
What to expect from Venice Beach hotels
Prices here reflect the beachfront premium. Properties on or within a block of Ocean Front Walk charge more than those a few streets inland, and the tradeoff is direct sand access versus a quieter, more residential feel near Abbot Kinney.
Parking is a genuine consideration. Street parking on the boardwalk fills before 9 a.m. on weekends, and most hotels either charge for on-site parking or do not offer it. Confirm parking arrangements before you book if you are driving.
The neighborhood itself is walkable for most daytime activities. The boardwalk, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, and the Venice Canals are all reachable on foot from any hotel on this list. For trips to Santa Monica Pier or downtown Culver City, plan on a rideshare or the bus.
The hotels
Inn at Venice Beach
327 Washington Blvd
8.62,390 reviews
7 min walk to Venice Blvd / Lincoln Blvd (Metro Local Line 33 stop)A 4-star stay inside Venice Beach, a 5-minute walk from the boardwalk and the Washington Boulevard dining strip.
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Hotel Erwin Venice Beach
1697 Pacific Avenue
8.41,872 reviews
3 min walk to Pacific Ave / Windward Ave (Big Blue Bus Route 18 stop)A 4-star hotel with a rooftop bar overlooking the Pacific, Hotel Erwin is one block from the boardwalk near Windward Avenue and rounds out the upscale segment alongside the Inn at Venice Beach.
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The Venice Beach House
15 30th Avenue
9.0278 reviews
12 min walk to Venice Blvd / Lincoln Blvd (Metro Local Line 33 stop)A 3-star option just 0.06 miles from the boardwalk, about the closest well-rated mid-range stay to the Venice Beach anchor on this list.
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Venice V Hotel
5 Westminster Avenue, Suite 118
9.0703 reviews
8 min walk to Lincoln Blvd / Westminster Ave (Big Blue Bus Route 18 stop)On Westminster Avenue, a 3-star within walking distance of both the boardwalk and Abbot Kinney Boulevard.
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Venice on the Beach Hotel
2819 Ocean Front Walk
8.21,786 reviews
5 min walk to Pacific Ave / Windward Ave (Big Blue Bus Route 18 stop)The only hotel on this list with a direct Ocean Front Walk address, Venice on the Beach Hotel covers the mid-range segment for travelers who want sand-level access without the 4-star price point.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Venice Beach hotel is closest to the boardwalk?＋
Venice on the Beach Hotel is directly on Ocean Front Walk at 2819, making it the only property on this list with a boardwalk-facing address. The Venice Beach House on 30th Avenue is the next closest, roughly 300 feet from the sand.
Do any of these hotels offer parking?＋
Parking availability varies by property and is not confirmed for all hotels on this list. Street parking near Ocean Front Walk fills early on weekends. Contact each hotel directly to confirm on-site or contracted parking before you arrive.
Is Venice Beach walkable from these hotels?＋
Yes. Each hotel here is within Venice Beach proper. The boardwalk, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, and the Venice Canals are all reachable on foot from any of the five properties, with walk times ranging from under a minute to about 15 minutes depending on the hotel.
How do guests get from Venice Beach to downtown Los Angeles without a car?＋
Metro Local Line 33 runs along Venice Boulevard and connects to downtown Los Angeles in roughly 45 minutes. Big Blue Bus Route 18 links Venice Beach to the Metro E Line at Bergamot Station, where guests can transfer for rail service toward downtown. Rideshare is also widely available throughout the neighborhood.
Are there any eco-certified hotels in Venice Beach?＋
None of the hotels on this list hold a confirmed third-party sustainability certification such as LEED or Green Key. If eco credentials are a priority, check the hotel's own published sustainability policies before booking.
What is the difference between Venice Beach and Marina del Rey hotels?＋
Venice Beach hotels are along Ocean Front Walk, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, and the surrounding residential streets. Marina del Rey properties, including those on Admiralty Way and Via Marina, are in a separate neighborhood focused on the marina rather than the beach. This list includes only hotels with addresses inside Venice Beach.
