Sea View Inn at the Beach

3400 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, Los Angeles County, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.1 / 5

Overview

Sea View Inn at the Beach is a 3-star, modern low-rise hotel in Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles County. It’s set about four blocks from the beach and roughly 1 mile (about 1.7 km) from Manhattan Beach Pier. The property holds a public rating of 4.1/5 based on 340 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Air-conditioned rooms feature beachy accents, en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and in-room fridges and microwaves. Many rooms have ocean views. Upgraded rooms and an apartment add kitchens, while suites include Jacuzzis plus private decks with panoramic ocean views.

Amenities & Recreation

A heated outdoor pool is available on site. Parking is free, and the hotel provides complimentary beach gear along with free boogie board and bike rentals.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The inn is about 5 miles (around 8 km) from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nearby attractions include Manhattan Beach Pier (about 1.7 km away) and popular Westside destinations such as the Venice Canal Historic District (about 10.5 km), Venice Boardwalk (about 11.6 km), and Santa Monica Pier (about 14.3 km). Cultural museums farther inland include LACMA, the Petersen Automotive Museum, and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (all roughly 19 km away).

Best for

This hotel is best for beach-focused travelers who want an easy walk to the shoreline plus extras like free beach gear, boogie boards, and bike rentals. It also suits couples seeking an ocean-view stay, especially in suites with Jacuzzis and private panoramic decks, while still being relatively close to LAX (about 5 miles).

Travel tips

If you’re planning time on the sand, the hotel’s complimentary beach gear and boogie board rentals can reduce what you need to pack. For sightseeing beyond Manhattan Beach, Venice and Santa Monica attractions are about 10–15 km away, while Museum Row destinations (like LACMA and the Petersen) are closer to 19 km away. If you have flights to catch, the drive to LAX is relatively short (around 8 km).

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the location as a major advantage, describing it as a short, easy walk to the beach and convenient for a Manhattan Beach stay. Comfort is a recurring theme, with particular praise for the beds and linens, and several reviews mention the property being clean and pleasant. Staff hospitality and helpfulness come up as a consistent positive. Less favorable feedback includes wishes for larger beds and the absence of breakfast.

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