Marina Del Rey Hotel

I loved staying here for my long weekend in LA. I never used the valet services as I didn’t have a car but they would always greet me and open my car door when I was ubering back and forth. That added an amazing touch to my overall experience! The front desk workers were all so kind and helpful and I loved chatting with them. Also housekeeping. Incredible staff and so nice to see in passing. They tidied up my room in the middle of my stay and it was so nice to come back to. Food was good and the live music was nice! I adored my balcony and view of the marina. I had a few friends staying at another hotel come over for breakfast and all of them said they wished they would have booked here instead!

We had a very nice two-night stay at this hotel. The room was very nice - clean, nice big bath towels, very quiet HVAC, comfortable bed. The front desk staff and housekeeping were very courteous and professional. The location of the hotel was nice - right on the marina, with a nice shopping center within walking distance and a nice walking path around the marina. I only had two small negatives: no ice machine on the first floor (had to go to the bar (when it is open) or the ice machine on the second floor so it was inconvenient for us since we were on the first floor; the restaurant in the hotel was not prompt in opening; it was supposed to open at 7:00 in the morning, but we had to get the kitchen staff attention to get seated and served. |The restaurant food was very good and the service was excellent (after we got seated). I would definitely stay here again when we are in this area.

Spacious room, very comfortable bed & wonderful view of the marina. Enjoyed the pool and patio area. Dinner was delicious (pork ragu) and it was nice to sit outside with nearby heaters on a cool evening.

I really had a nice stay. The view is amazing, most of the staff is very friendly, and the room is fine. There is a fun vibe there. The only thing I found “off” is the restaurant. The service was disjointed and not super friendly - kind of acted like they were doing me a favor. The food was fine but they were not accommodating and the one guy said he was going to charge me for honey if I ordered more. I had iced tea and I used one honey and then asked for another for the refill. I thought that was petty. ||But for the price and location, I do like this hotel. We just ate and drank elsewhere for the remainder or the trip. The front desk crew was as solid as 5 star. Maid service quality, as well!

Wonderful hotel right on the harbor! Staff were fantastic. Balcony rooms have a gorgeous view and I was fortunate enough to have a happy (little bit noisy) Seal chatting away through the night, so I enjoyed keeping the balcony door open all night to enjoy the sounds and cool breeze!!! It's a short, 2 block walk to Trader Joes and shopping mall. Highly recommend!

We traveled to Marina Del Rey for a dinner sponsored by Camus Wines. Upon arrival we drove up to valet and were greeted by a very pleasant young man that parked our car. The registration process was quick and we were on our room in no time. We met another couple at the bar for drinks and appetizers. The bar staff was as equally pleasant. The drinks and appetizers came out quick and we taisty. I believe the hotel kitchen staff made the dinner that featured a roasted prime fillet that was cooked to perfection. The overnight stay was very comfortable. In the room. Unfortunately we didn't have time to spend at the hotel in the morning. I would have enjoyed exploring the grounds. The hotel is in a beautiful location right on the water. We ate breakfast that was delicious and went home. I would definitely come back again.

I can't say enough about this cozy, very clean hotel!! It was in an excellent location right in the heart on the Marina with plenty of places to walk to, we also rented bikes from the hotel and we were on the bike path in minutes to Manhattan Beach!! one last thing, the owner drove to the airport when my husband left behind his back pack with laptop inside.I was speechless that the owner didn't hesitate to do this for us!! Please book this hotel!!! We will definitely be back and stay at no other place!! Clean,quiet and cozy!!!

Hotel rooms are great. They had a bar and food available at the hotel. I arrived late during my stay and the staff was welcoming when I arrived. The location is beautiful of the bay and surrounding docks. You just have to leave the immediate hotel area for food options.

This hotel exceeded all of my expectations in terms of quality, customer service and aesthetics. I decided on the Marina area since it's close to the airport and the Kia Forum. Their customer service is top notch especially the woman I spoke with on the phone updating my reservation and Lawrence at the front desk (give this man a raise!) The property is clean, comfy and gorgeous and it's in walking distance to restaurants and Trader Joe's. Also, we had pre-concert drinks and dinner at SALT, their own site restaurant, which was very convenient. I would stay here again. 10/10

We went for the Resort Pass Pool Party and it was AWESOME. I believe it was Nancy who was the host, she made us feel so welcome and so important. The BBQ staff and outdoor bar staff were first rate and accommodating. The heated pool was very clean and our day bed was read for us. And let's not forget about the party portion of our visit...the DJ was spinning the best music and everyone was dancing and having a blast. We will 100% be back again.

Marina del Rey Hotel offers beautiful views, and we enjoyed the pool, the perfect weather, and dining at Salt Restaurant. The property and our room were always clean, though the room we had was on the smaller side. However, the check-in and check-out experiences could have been better. Customer service didn't feel welcoming, and even though staff were nearby, no one offered to help with our bags when we arrived. Overall, we still enjoyed our weekend stay. It's a beautiful waterfront property in a great location.

Always a wonderful stay. Friendly service and comfortable clean room, bed, and marina views. Special thanks to Marisa at the bar for going above and beyond like it was nothing.

I recently stayed at this hotel and while the property itself is absolutely beautiful with stunning views and a great on site restaurant, my overall experience was a mixed one. The poolside area is a fun spot to relax...though it's worth noting they used to host lively Sunday day parties, which gave the place a more vibrant, social vibe. Unfortunately, those have been removed in favor of a more family friendly atmosphere. We held a surprise party for my stepdad here and was told parking will be discounted for our guest, but not only did those discounts fall through, we were actually overcharged. Even more disappointing was the poor customer service, especially during the night shift. For the price (around $500 per room) I expected much better treatment and hospitality. This hotel has so much potential, but the lack of follow through and professionalism left a sour taste. It's a shame because the setting is gorgeous, but the experience just didn't live up to the luxury price tag.

This was one of the most emotionally distressing and unprofessional hotel experiences I've ever had -- and it was made worse by the hotel manager's coldness and retaliation. I was staying at the Marina del Rey Hotel for a short trip due to moving for three days prepaid and had briefly brought my indoor cat with me, planning to take him to the vet. He accidentally slipped out through the patio area early on yesterday and I spent the following rest of the day searching for him -- notifying staff, putting out signs, and quietly asking neighbors for help. Several kind employees offered help without being asked and noted how respectful and clean I had kept my room. I was immediately charged a $250 "cleaning fee", even though the hotel's own website says pets are allowed with a pet fee, not a cleaning penalty. No damage was done. No mess was made. The cat wasn't even present when the charge was applied. This fee felt retaliatory, not policy-based. Worse, when I continued calmly searching for my missing pet, the manager followed me around the property with a security guard and told me I was not allowed to speak to hotel employees or other guests After finally finding my cat late last night in the room. I went to sleep . This morning , I stepped out briefly to get coffee around 10 A.M. with the housekeeping sign clearly placed on the front door. During that short window, hotel staff opened the door, and my cat was let out -- again. He was later seen outside the Marina Boat Offices, which confirms he didn't escape on his own. This happened before I had even checked out. Despite explaining this to management -- and despite having video footage of my room completely clean and undamaged. I was polite and respectful throughout my stay, paid in full for all three nights, and followed every rule -- only to be treated like a threat for trying to find a lost animal. This hotel not only disrespected me as a paying guest, they contributed to the loss of my pet due to negligent conduct, then had the audacity to charge me for it. I would never stay here again -- not because of the building or the amenities, but because basic compassion and professionalism were completely absent when it mattered most. Updated Reply July 16th 2025 in response to reply I'd like to offer further clarification, as several key facts have been misrepresented. The $250 "cleaning fee" was charged before I had even checked out -- while I was still an active, paying guest -- and at a moment when my cat had already gone missing. The manager entered my room without notice while I was getting dressed and visibly distressed, because I had been preparing to take my cat to the vet when he slipped away during loading. There was no pet in the room and no mess. I have photo and video evidence showing the room was spotless -- and even a housekeeper later walked through and confirmed there was nothing wrong. The manager had no right to walk through my room, much less immediately charge a cleaning fee while I was still checked in and dealing with an active emergency. Instead of showing support, the manager repeatedly followed me, entered my room over five times, and threatened eviction if I didn't come to the front desk immediately -- despite the fact that I had already paid for over three nights. I was treated with hostility and intimidation while I was trying to locate my missing pet, and was not even given privacy to get dressed. When my cat was finally found late that night around 10 P.M., I did not stay at the hotel due to fear over how I had been treated. I returned the next morning to take my cat with me -- but while I briefly stepped out for coffee, someone opened the door (despite a Do Not Disturb sign) and he escaped again. The manager then told me someone had seen the cat but refused to say who or where, and would not let me speak to guests or staff to help locate him. Instead, I was followed again by him and a security guard, and blocked from showing the photo of my lost pet to others. Ironically, it was the other hotel staff, marina workers, and guests who were kind and tried to help. I remained respectful throughout, even while grieving and under pressure. This was not just a misunderstanding -- this was a deeply mishandled situation by leadership that lacked empathy and professionalism.

This was a charming hotel. As soon as we entered, it had a modern and beautiful California beachy vibe in the lobby. It was nicely updated for a hotel that has been around since 1964. My family and I booked a double queen room with the city view. I'm sure the marina view would have been nicer for our two night stay, but we didn't want to spend the extra money. The city view faces the parking lot with a partial view of the marina. It also had a patio. The beds were comfy, and I liked the bathroom. Parking was pricey just like any other hotel in the LA area. I liked that we had the option to switch between valet or self parking during our stay. Even though we didn't use the valet services, they always greeted us. The other hotel employees were also very nice. We liked the location of this hotel. We enjoyed our morning and evening walks along the marina. There were some dining options in the hotel. We only tried MOJO Cafe, but we preferred to go to the nearby Alfred Coffee. There were other walkable places like Trader Joe's and Uovo. The hotel rates seemed comparable to other ones in Marina del Rey. We loved that it was pet friendly. My family and I would stay here again.

Came to stay at Marina Del Rey with wifey for our anniversary and I am glad that we stayed at the Marina Del Rey Hotel. We had an amazing time! Not only are the rooms comfortable, but the view is beautiful. They have a lot to do around the area and plenty of restaurants to choose from. This is definitely a great place to go for a date or just a get away with family. The pool area is great for kids. Service: 100%

I stayed in The Marina Del Rey Hotel for one night while traveling for work. The best part about the hotel was probably the location - short drive from the airport, right on the water. I arrived around sunset, and it was so beautiful to walk around and watch the colorful sky over the marina. The room itself was pretty standard. For over $300/night, I expected the room to be a bit larger, especially the bathroom, which was shockingly small. However, the bed was nice and comfortable. They had a little coffee shop in the lobby, which I didn't try, and a few good restaurants within walking distance. All the staff members were super friendly. Overall, good for work travel, but I wouldn't spend my own money on a stay!

Dated. Just not at the level of a 4 star hotel. Beds squeak, bathrooms are small and marina view rooms have the marina in a distance

LOVELY BLOOD STAINS ON YOUR PILLOW?! Please book anywhere else, you won't regret it but you will regret staying here! BLOODY PILLOW- I had made staff aware at 3pm before we even settled in the room. I asked for the sheets and bedding to be changed and was told it could not be done until the following day? (I'm sorry, what?!) Housekeeping was finally in around 3 THE FOLLOWING DAY and decided to leave the bloody pillow (not sure why- absolutely disgusting) Absolutely NO form of hospitality except for valet! Do you love rude staff they have that pat down? Ricardo thank you very distasteful service as well as Nancy! Rooms- don't look around too much you'll find something you don't want to see. Honestly the wear and tear on the room shows and smells, the carpet... just as bad. It was like an old embassy suite Our 3 day 2 night stay only lasted because my brother is military and said he's stayed in worse IYKYK Also there seems to be "never be a manager on site" *****PLEASE be mindful of that while booking and staying!***** Good luck to all who stay here!

Update Stayed at the hotel again. Waitress in bar area is honestly a displeasure. I wonder if she understands that she works for tips and would get appt further by smiling, acting interested and a sense of urgency. Not impressed with the bar area at all!

Great location Terrible room - smallest bathroom I've ever seen at a 'nice' hotel in MDR Not coming back here again

Love love love Marina Del Rey hotel. Always makes a great staycation! The pool and balcony views are unmatched. The customer service is exceptional and SALT has amazing drinks and food. Can't wait to be back for more!

This was my go to Hotel. After reading reviews and seeing photos I must find another Hotel. My stay has always been amazing as well as the staff. I can't take a chance to be disappointed. I was going to reserve my room for my stay-cation. The reviews has changed my decision.

I recently booked a hotel stay at Marina Del Rey Hotel. I was supposed to check out tomorrow, but I can no longer stay in the hotel room the property gave me as it is unpleasant and unsanitary. Upon my evening arrival, the room smelled dirty and damp, and the carpet had a terrible odor. Please see the attached photos of the dirty carpet, filthy furniture, mold in the shower, and stained walls and doors. I called the front desk to ask to be moved immediately, and a man named Oliver told me the carpets had just been cleaned. When I mentioned it was dirty and wanted to be moved, he first told me I couldn't switch rooms due to how I booked my hotel room (online through my credit card travel program). Then he eventually told me the hotel was sold out, and there was nothing he could do. I was out all day yesterday and returned to a filthy room that had not been cleaned. Oliver was working again last night and told me I needed to request my room be cleaned. The hotel does not send maid service unless requested by the guest! I asked him kindly if I could move my room again, and he declined. He said the hotel was sold out again, and I was out of luck. I attempted to check out this morning and showed the front desk receptionist. Nancy, the room photos, and I requested a refund. She told me she couldn't check me out or do anything without her manager, Mohamad Nouhad, who didn't arrive until 11 AM. I told her I would not be coming back, and she said she would not change my reservation at this time. I am now disputing my stay directly with my credit card. This place is disgusting! Stay somewhere else!

Updated Review After Owner's Response: I want to clarify that my cat went missing twice, and both times were preventable had staff acted with compassion and professionalism. The second escape happened the morning of my checkout, as I was loading my car. There was a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door. I had not checked out, and I was still actively occupying the room. There should not have been any housekeeping or unauthorized entry, yet someone opened the door while I was away grabbing a quick coffee -- and my cat got out again. Even worse, I was charged a $250 pet cleaning fee while my cat was no longer even in the room, and before I had checked out. I have photo and video evidence showing the room was spotless. One of the housekeepers even acknowledged that there was no mess. I wasn't given a choice -- the manager barged into my room while I was getting dressed and told me I would be evicted immediately if I didn't pay. All this while I was panicking and trying to locate my lost cat. In fact, the cat had only returned in the middle of the night, and was with me for just a few hours. He was still lost for most of my stay. Yet the hotel's staff treated me like a problem rather than a guest in distress. When I tried to search the property or speak to others who might have seen him, I was blocked, followed, and even threatened with eviction again. The manager told me someone had spotted my cat -- yet refused to say who or where. He and security followed me around the building while I simply tried to show people a photo and ask if they'd seen my pet. Multiple other guests, staff, and Marina workers were kind and supportive, willing to help, but the manager seemed more focused on control and punishment than on helping resolve the situation. Throughout my stay, I was polite, respectful, and fully paid up. I was in crisis, and instead of being offered compassion, I was surveilled, yelled at, and treated with hostility. Due to the manager's threatening and aggressive behavior toward me, I do not feel comfortable or safe speaking to him directly, nor should I be expected to. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone expecting kindness, decency, or professionalism. The way I was treated was not just unhelpful -- it was traumatizing.

I left this stay feeling disappointed and frustrated. While the property itself is decent and stylish, the overall experience felt dominated by unnecessary fees, poor communication, and untrained staff -- to the point where it came across as a series of cash grabs. At the Sunday pool party, passes were $55 each plus a mandatory $20 parking fee (even for self-park). The event was clearly oversold with no seats available, and while a manager eventually helped us secure one chair for two people, it set the tone for the day. Food service was another mess -- our order was misplaced, sat out cold at a random chair, and took over an hour to get to us. The bartender was kind enough to offer a free drink, but overall, the staff seemed disorganized and undertrained. Regardless, we decided to inquire about staying the night and were able to do so. Room was nice, no complaints besides stains on the sheets. The next day, things only got worse with Salt. A server initially told us to order via QR code or by calling the host if we could not find her, but when we followed those instructions, host was rude and dismissive, insisting food couldn't be ordered to the pool. The QR menu was different from the physical menu btw. Eventually, I ran into the server and she apologized for the communication from the host and placed the order for us. When the bill came, it was shocking. The first receipt showed only a total and tip line, I signed and returned but I was confused why our total was so high. I asked for an itemized version because the previous day I heard guest complaining about being overcharged. Come to find out we saw that a 20% gratuity had already been added, plus a separate random "service charge," and another extra fee just because food was delivered to the pool from Salt. None of this was explained upfront, and if we hadn't asked, we would've unknowingly tipped on top of the auto-gratuity. It felt deceptive, especially since the menu itself says the 20% auto-gratuity applies only to parties of six or more. They explained each fee to me but it honestly just felt sleazy and sneaky. Obviously the initial receipt given to us did not detail all of the information so it feels like they were thing to hide it. This whole ending experience left a really bad taste that ultimately affected the entirety of our stay. We had a pleasant experience with the girl at the cafe but we felt bad because the clearly had a lack of training. She did not know how to make a cappuccino (mind you, a menu item) so we walked her through how to make it. Finally, when checking out, we were hit with another mandatory $50 overnight parking fee per car. At that point, it felt like every part of the stay came with a hidden or surprise charge. In short: while the hotel looks nice, the combination of poorly trained staff, rude interactions, lack of transparency, and constant add-on fees made the stay frustrating and disappointing. Hopefully management can assist in righting some of these wrongs. I'd love to hear some feedback.

This is an amazing place to stay. Great views and food. Staff is always professional and helpful. Rooms are clean. Highly recommended this hotel if you want a great experience in Marina Del Rey. You never have to leave the grounds but if you do there is plenty of shopping and restaurants walking distance.

Really classy hotel located directly on the Marina. All of the staff that I interacted with from the front desk to housekeeping, and maintenance were all very courteous and friendly. The interior of the hotel is pretty open and spacious. The room was updated and had all the basic amenities but nothing in terms of light cooking just FYI. They had good toiletries made by a local company named Lather. I was really happy that they were all paraben and sulfate free. I think the room could have been a bit cleaner as I did notice some crumbs under the bed when retrieving some dropped items. The hotel has a few features like a pool and a hot tub. The hot tub is open from 8:30am - 10:00pm. It looks out onto the marina which is very scenic. You can actually hear the seals barking from the marina while you're out there. The hotel also has a restaurant which is also very good! If you do venture out a little farther, there is a nearby plaza that has some food options there too.

The City View is actually the parking lot. Not impressed at all. Also, I booked through the hotel so it's not like they gave me the 'discounted room'. Oh and valet is the only option for parking and it's 45, I knew this in advance but thought it was worth it to be on the harbor. Unfortunately it's not, and I won't be returning.

Beautiful location surrounded by the classic marina. Friendly helpful staff easy checkin, rooms clean with small refrigerator & Keurig coffee very comfortable beds, spacious bathroom with nice walk-in shower. The Marina is bigger than I remember lots of good safe walking and biking. A few new restaurants are open along the new renovated asphalt & concrete paths it's only going to get better We will return

Nice location and dog friendly.. The non- white staff members were great! Very nice and friendly! The white staff members were not as friendly.. didn't smile and were not personable. The majority of guests here don't seem warm either. Stayed here because my partner had a big surgery nearby and needed something dog friendly to be close. It was good for that and is clean. Otherwise not really a comforting atmosphere.

I reviewed the MDR hotel a few days ago after a dismal event. 'Alex' director of sales wanted to discuss my review. I've contacted three departments at hotel - sales, events, general front desk. there is no Alex and no sales manager at the hotel. WOW that's why events there are so poorly managed !

Pro: **Nice/open guest area - they did a great job with decorating and adding relaxing seats in the "public" areas. It looks like it'd be nice to just chill in those areas with friends. **Location - by the marina; third floor gives you great view of the marina and/or swimming pool. It's also walkable distance to many nearby restaurants **WiFi - free **Patio space **Sanitizing wipes by the elevator **Check out is at noon so you get to sleep in The "Meh": **Room - very small; not a lot of space to lay out the suitcases (we only had carryon sized) **Comfort - lint on the bed sheet made it itchy **Restroom - feels cramped to me; door directly in front of toilet, half of the sink space is blocked by toilet; have to close door completely to get into the shower; I'd recommend bringing your own shampoo/conditioner - theirs was horrible **Parking - $$, but they got nice valet an Tesla superchargers there **TV - keeps glitching **Fitness Center - very stuffy; limited equipment, and they didn't replenish the sanitizing wipes for 2 days (even after I informed them that it was out) **No microwave, but you can rent it for $10/night Overall, I would say that $300 is overpriced for what the room offers compared to other hotels in the area. BUT! If you don't plan on staying inside the hotel room much or if you're able to get a special deal/discount, I'd say go for it

Good experience overall but not a 4 star hotel. I stayed for a week and the jacuzzi wasn't working. Events happening a the hotel weren't communicated well in advance to join. The Tv worked on and off and had issue with WiFi. The scenery and location are perfect! Definitely better experience than a hotel chain in the area.

My partner and I booked a one night stay here for our anniversary last week. We really just wanted to get out of the house, and even though $300 is a bit steep for us, we decided we deserved it. Hotel itself was fine. Our marina view room was spacious and clean. Our balcony was big, but overlooked the restaurant as well as the marina. So we had people staring at us as they ate dinner, which was weird. Perhaps putting up a privacy screen on the balconies next to the restaurant would be a nice idea. Also, the patio furniture is really lacking. A frosted glass table and 2 dusty, uncomfortable chairs weren't really ideal for lounging. But the marina view was great! My biggest issue was the event they put on in the little grassy area next to the restaurant. We were not made aware of an event, and around 8pm they began showing Lilo and Stitch on an outdoor screen at absolute top volume. It was psychotic. We had to close our balcony door all night and we couldn't hear ourselves think. We finally looked it up and it's a separate company called Film and Fork or something- it's a $300 per person private movie screening with dinner. Ummm...so why do the hotel guests have to deal with that noise? It definitely kinda ruined our one night away from home. The movie played until 10pm and we felt stuck in our room the entire time. I wish we had been given a heads up about it. We had planned on having a few drinks outside on a summer evening, and instead we spent our anniversary locked in a hotel room listening to a children's movie screeching at us. Also, the mandatory $45 valet never brought us our car in the morning so we ended up just finding it and walking to it ourselves. Also also, the restaurant Salt is so wildly expensive, we ended up walking a half mile to eat somewhere else. Beautiful views, but wish the experience had been a bit more guest-friendly.

My partner and I came here for a work trip, and it happened to be the ONLY rainy days the whole week! Huge bummer. The lobby is pretty, and the front desk staff is fabulous. The valet staff is, too. It's interesting that this hotel has different tiers of early check-in fees. I've never seen that before. I don't love staying on the first floor (with cars right outside our window) but it was a cute room, and you could see the fog-filled marina. I wish the weather was nicer to enjoy the pool and hot tub areas. Main downside is that not much is located within walking distance. It's notoriously the best hotel in Marina del Rey, so I'm grateful for the opportunity to stay andn relax for a few days! Next time I'll have to check out their in-house restaurant, SALT.

My family of three had a great weekend at the Marina Del Rey Hotel. Everyone on staff was friendly, welcoming and professional. From the valet staff, to front desk, to SALT staff to housekeeping, we felt like everyone went above and beyond to provide great service. We enjoyed our time at the pool, the beautiful views of the Marina and really appreciated the updated modern decor throughout the hotel. The lobby even smelled amazing. We had a wonderful dinner outdoors near a cozy fire at SALT. The location of the hotel is super convenient. Close to LAX, Venice beach was a short drive away and even cental LA was reasonably close by LA standards. Would 100% recommend or stay again.

Stayed on a staycation. Valet only no self parking for $52 a night. They have a restaurant inside the hotel called salt and they also have a cafe with pastries and coffee. They also have complimentary infused water. Heated outdoor pools with beautiful views of the marina. Trader Joe's and some other restaurants are walking distance.

The perfect place to stay in the LA area. The rooms were clean and quiet, with comfortable beds and a balcony. The view from every room was gorgeous as the hotel is right on the marina. The pool ambiance was so relaxing and the hotel food was delicious. You can easily get on the freeways and go explore any part of the city. Highly recommend!

Credit card stolen while it was with the staff bartender. In his possession. Unclear whether the staff was involved but they are either negligent or dishonest. They have "no cameras" and really wouldn't do anything about it. Didn't try to make up it for it at all. Their response: Basically ‍.

Eva was the first person I spoke with, I like to call to introduce myself before my stay. It was great when I finally got to meet her in person. I also had some interaction with Tracy, she was so kind and tried to help me with a few things. There wasn't one person that we didn't appreciate! This place is amazing as it turns out it's just celebrated it's one year anniversary. The rooms were great, spacious and the view of the harbor was fantastic. We sat at the bar for a drink, their food looked great, amazing. The restaurant is located in the lobby between the courtyard and Residence Inn. The workout facility looked nice, the pool is on the second floor and it looked amazing although we had no time to enjoy it. Wendy, thank you too, a hard worker. I WOULD RECOMMEND.

We move to use Marina Del Rey Hotel for visiting family. Great food w Salt Restaurant. Sadly , low marks only because parking situation is terrible and staff are Nazis about it. Literally had a staff member follow me through the lobby while I was trying to help my mother check in. Another staff member had told me I could park while I helped my 70 year old mother. Just sad.

We had friends coming into town and booked them and us at the Marina Del Rey Hotel. We live nearby. We were so pleased with our experience there. Everything was perfect, from check in to check out. The staff is amazing and anything you need they have and they great ideas for things to do. You can rent a bike there and we did to go to Venice Beach which is nearby. Our rooms were lovely. Fresh comfortable sheets and super beds. We all slept well. Their food is also great. They have a nice pool. There is really no need to leave there, but I took our friends to a lot of local places, most by bike, and they had a great time. So will you.

This place was cool and we loved our room being right by the water. My husband debated renting a scooter to visit the nearby beach but honestly it just didn't work out. It would've been cool though! We were only here a few days but the service was great and the room was nice.

I will never stay at this hotel ever again. There is loud, aggressive, thumping music starting from 8:30am - 10pm emanating from the pool area. This wasn't a rogue DJ, this is the official written policy. This means that I was rudely woken up every morning by terrible music and it was impossible to get any work done in the room during the day. On a $300/night room, I expect to be able to sleep in, concentrate and relax. I don't even understand the point of the music -- who wants to hang out to techno music at the pool at 8:30am? When I asked to switch to a quieter room (any room, even if they had to downgrade me to a Queen Bed or City View), I was told the hotel was fully booked. Maybe there aren't any rooms in the entire hotel that aren't impacted by this music. If I had to stay here again, I would book a City View room and pray. It's really a shame, because the rooms are otherwise quite nice. Comfortable, spacious, nice furniture. Very soft, comfy bed that you can just sink right into and nice sheets and comforter as well. Nice balcony. The Marina View isn't that special, I don't think you miss out on much by booking a City View. It's just a boat parking lot vs. a car parking lot. Mandatory valet parking ($40/night). The valet has a number that you text to let them know you want your car so it's ready when you come down. That was a nice feature! We also found out that you can self-park even though it says mandatory valet. Next time I'll probably stay at the Marina del Rey Marriott.

I loved staying here. I got there earlier than expected and the front desk allowed me to check in early. I stayed in a beautiful room facing the marina and it was spectacular. Service was top notch. You can only valet your car, but there is public parking available for a cheaper price just a short walk away. Highly recommend booking here.

I had really high hopes for this hotel but I was unfortunately really disappointed. When you first arrive, the ambiance and overall feel of the lobby is nice, but the rooms are small & basic. For $500 or more a night, I would skip this hotel. It didn't feel like a usual Ritz. The grounds and property itself was small. There is no fridge in the room and you can rent one for an added cost. Also, the room is pretty small and has a very basic bathroom. On the positive side, the views of the marina are nice. I enjoyed being able to see the water and marina from the balcony in the room.

My daughter and I stayed here for the weekend in March and had a Harbor view, it was so fun to wake up and see the sea lions on the docks and boats. We also got to night swim in a warm pool, it was a lot of fun!

We have stayed at the Marina Del Rey Hotel many times, as we often visit our college age student nearby and go to sporting events. We've always loved the location and the hotel--it's been our go to spot and we have recommended it to many friends and family. However, last time we stayed there, our car was gone through and objects stolen by a valet, including a credit card belonging to our friends and an envelope with a graduation gift in it. This occurred after we arrived at 10:00 PM and the valet took the car and before the next morning when we got it back. The car was locked all night, it would have sent us a notification if we'd left it unsecured. So, bottom line--they had the key. The thief immediately charged 1k on our friend's credit card, that's what alerted us to the theft. We talked to the vale manager, who was kind and listened to what happened and promised to look into it. They got back to us with no info and I asked if they have cameras on the parking lot. They confirmed that they did, on the spot where the car was parked. I told them, "Go through the footage. When a valet enters that car between these hours--that's the thief. They got back to us and, mysteriously, the one camera which covered that area "wasn't working". Really. The only camera that covered the place where our car had been robbed weirdly wasn't working. So, "nothing to be done." And then to make up for it they give us "the option of self parking when you come." No. That is not how you handle it. To say we were disappointed, yeah, very. If I'm the manager, I comp at least a night, apologize and ask if we MIGHT consider returning on their dime to make up for it. What terrible management practices. Consider yourselves warned.

Gorgeous hotel with all the amenities in an ideal location. Brand new pool area is gorgeous and the restaurant SALT is fabulous. Really fun to walk around the marina.

This hotel is really nice. I stayed for the night with my son. We had a nice day swimming in the gorgeous pool that overlooks the marina harbor. That night we relaxed under the stars and ordered room service.

Room and hotel itself was clean and quiet but if you took an RV to burning man, you probably had a bigger and maybe cleaner bathroom. You couldn't close the door to the bathroom without sliding past the toilet. The bathroom door hinges were rusted and paint flaking off. TV didn't work at first and I had to call the front desk to get it fixed. No "gift shop" for getting basic items you maybe forgot before traveling.

FULLY RENOVATED ORIGINAL MARINA HOTEL. Built in 1965 when Marina Del Rey opened., this hotel has been fully modernized with amenities you would expect from a four or five star establishment. Rooms are spacious with clean modern shower. Many rooms have large deep balconies with views of the marina ! Of Course there is a TV and desk space for your laptop computer. You can often hear the sea lions barking in the distance. You can sit by the pool or on your own balcony and enjoy room service from the full bar menu. The pool is warm. Must be about 80 degrees and there is a hot tub, a workout center, a full bar and the famous SALT restaurant, all part of the hotel. Parking is expensive but includes valet service, although if you ask, they will let you self park. You pay the same, but can avoid the tip! The restaurant is great. Food is good. The hotel is in walking distance from shops and Stores. I had a fine time here and would stay here again next time I'm in town. Excelsior!

Amazing location in Marina del Rey!! We are enjoying our stay here and the girl who checked us in was great! Sh comped the unseen valet charge. Nice room on the 1st floor with a great view of the yachts!! No bathtub in the bathroom which was much needed for my sore toe 1/2/20 Pretty hotel but the manager is desperately needed to coach the front desk clerks who gave me keys that didn't open the doors I had to haul my luggage from room to room after checking out of a 2nd floor room and being awakened by stomping guests directly above my room. My TV doesn't work and I don't really want maintenance coming up here at 12:20 am. For $200 a night, this should be a 4 star property but it's more like a 2.5 star hotel. Is there such a thing??? Where is the manager??

The hotel location is great, but our overall experience was very disappointing. We had booked 2 rooms, and below is a recap of our experiences for one of the rooms: * We were surprised when arriving that there weren't other parking options other than valet. When booking, we noted the $45 valet fee on the website FAQ, but it would have been helpful to include that valet is the ONLY parking option. * Housecleaning is standard in most hotels, and since that's not the case at this hotel, we should have been told that upon arrival. But no one alerted us to this. The fact that our rooms have door tags requesting privacy reinforces the norm that there is daily housecleaning. When our rooms weren't cleaned after the first day, we asked reception why, and only then were we told that we have to request housecleaning. We requested it for the following day, and again no one came, so we were left a 2nd day without housecleaning. Super frustrating. * The television had a continual flicker, making it difficult to watch whatever was on the screen. * None of the dresser drawers opened or closed smoothly, and one drawer had fallen off its rail, making it difficult to open or close at all. Also, the cabinet door to the refrigerator was either broken or misaligned, making it hard to close. When we called reception about the drawer, they did send someone right away to fix it. But the furnishings really need to be updated or at least checked regularly to make sure things work properly. * The morning of checking out, at 10:15am we requested a bell hop for 10:45. No one came at that time, and we were not alerted by reception that anyone was running late. We had to call again and waited almost 15 minutes for the bell hop to arrive.

There was a cockroach in my room when I arrived. I was moved to another room. The condition of the rooms is very worn down and in need of a refresh. Also, when I arrived to my room in the evening, the bathroom sink was filled with brownish-black dirt/gunk that seemed to have come up from the drain. It was disgusting. I have stayed at this hotel 4 times and enjoy the location. However, I will not stay here again due to the condition of the rooms, particularly bugs in the room.

Yuck! This hotel is awful. It looks great from the outside, but is not well maintained on the inside. Booked my dad here for a week during this holiday season. In the hallway, on the way the room, there were about ten room service trays outside various rooms of meals that had been partially eaten and the kitchen hadn't come to pick them up yet. It was disgusting. Even one of the hotel employees knew it was awful and was on the phone with the kitchen trying to get the trays picked up. Also, when we checked in, we were told that the room will not be cleaned everyday, in fact it won't be cleaned at all unless cleaning is requested 24 hours in advance. Finally, when we entered the room it was disorderly. The lamps were crooked, the garbage can was in the middle of the entry hallway. It was sloppy. The handles and glass in the shower had soap scum. He returned to the front desk to see about a different room and was told that they "would all be the same." He wasn't comfortable staying there, and the hotel said that they were going to charge him for the first night whether or not he stayed. Poor management is infuriating. Dirty bathrooms are infuriating. Lost money is infuriating. Grrrrr