Jolly Roger Hotel
2904 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, Los Angeles, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.8 / 5
Overview
Jolly Roger Hotel is an unpretentious 3-star roadside hotel on Washington Blvd in Venice, about 1 mile from the Venice Canal Historic District and roughly 3 miles from the Santa Monica Pier. It’s positioned as a practical, good-value base for exploring Venice and nearby Santa Monica rather than a luxury resort. The public rating is 3.8/5 based on 573 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are described as basic, with en suite bathrooms and TVs, plus in-room microwaves and refrigerators. Reviews suggest room experiences can vary: some guests highlight clean, spacious rooms, while others report dim, sparse interiors and missing basics. Because the hotel sits on a busy street, street noise is a recurring consideration mentioned by guests.
Breakfast & On-site Services
The hotel includes free Wi-Fi and free parking, plus a continental breakfast served in a laid-back courtyard cafe. Practical stay features include a business center and on-site laundry facilities, supporting longer stays and day-to-day convenience.
Amenities & Recreation
Recreation amenities include a heated pool and a hot tub, along with a garden and sundeck for downtime between outings. Amenities are oriented toward simple relaxation rather than extensive on-site programming.
Location & Nearby Highlights
From this Venice address, major nearby draws include the Venice Boardwalk (about 2.4 km away) and the Venice Canal Historic District (about 1.6 km away). Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier are around 4.8–4.9 km away, with Santa Monica State Beach about 5.4 km away. Farther afield are museums and LA attractions such as the Hammer Museum (about 7.8 km), The Getty (about 10.0 km), LACMA (about 11.9 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (about 18.8 km).
Best for
This hotel is best for budget-minded travelers who want a straightforward Venice base with free parking, free Wi-Fi, and breakfast included. It also suits guests who value quick access to Venice highlights like the canals and boardwalk, plus easy day trips to Santa Monica Pier. Light sleepers may want to factor in that reviews mention traffic noise due to the busy street setting.
Travel tips
If you’re sensitive to sound, note that guest feedback mentions morning street noise; requesting a quieter room may help, where possible. With free on-site parking, it can be a practical base for driving to major attractions like The Getty (about 10 km) or Universal Studios Hollywood (about 18.8 km). Plan beach and pier outings for Santa Monica and Venice using the listed distances: Santa Monica Pier is about 4.9 km away and the Venice Boardwalk about 2.4 km away.
What guests say
Guests frequently point to the Venice location as a strong point, with convenient access to nearby sights and generally good value for the price. Positive feedback often mentions friendly service, a pleasant overall vibe, and appreciation for breakfast and off-street parking. Cleanliness and room spaciousness are also noted positively by some travelers. On the other hand, reviews indicate inconsistency: some guests report rooms feeling dim or sparsely equipped and raise concerns about overall upkeep. Noise from the busy street is a recurring issue mentioned by guests, particularly in the morning.
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