Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina

300 N Harbor Dr #200, Redondo Beach, CA 90277, Los Angeles, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Overview

Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina is a 4-star hotel in Redondo Beach, set on Harbor Drive and described as overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It’s a modern, upscale property geared to both leisure stays and events, with a public rating of 4.3/5 from 2,130 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are modern and include 42-inch flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and sitting areas, with Wi‑Fi available. Some rooms offer pool views or ocean views. Suites add separate living and dining areas for more space to spread out.

Dining

On-site dining includes a casual bistro serving Mediterranean dishes and a relaxed bar focused on light fare. Guest feedback highlights strong food experiences and notably friendly service, including at the breakfast restaurant.

Amenities & Recreation

A rooftop deck features a heated pool and a hot tub, providing a resort-like option without leaving the property. The hotel also has a fitness center plus a business center. For groups, it offers 25,000 sq. ft. of event space.

Location & Nearby

The hotel is close to major South Bay coastal stops: Redondo Beach Pier is about 716 m away, and Hermosa Beach Pier is about 2,129 m away (roughly 1 mile). Manhattan Beach Pier and the Roundhouse Aquarium are both about 4,684–4,689 m away, and Torrance Art Museum is about 4,588 m away. Farther day-trip options include South Coast Botanic Garden (8,002 m), Dockweiler Beach (10,266 m), Wayfarers Chapel (11,362 m), Point Vicente Lighthouse (11,645 m), and Venice attractions such as the Venice Canal Historic District and Venice Boardwalk (about 16,829–17,976 m).

Best for

This hotel suits travelers who want an ocean-adjacent base in the South Bay with easy access to Redondo and Hermosa Beach piers, plus a rooftop heated pool and hot tub for downtime. It’s also a strong fit for meetings and celebrations thanks to its business center and 25,000 sq. ft. of event space, along with on-site dining for convenient group logistics.

Travel tips

Redondo Beach Pier is within about a 10-minute walk (716 m), making it an easy first stop for waterfront dining and views without needing a car. Hermosa Beach Pier is about 2.1 km away, and Manhattan Beach Pier and the Roundhouse Aquarium are roughly 4.7 km away for a longer walk, bike ride, or quick drive. Guest feedback mentions covered parking, which can be useful in this beach area.

What guests say

Reviews frequently point to friendly, attentive staff and strong service, with particular praise for the breakfast experience. Food quality is a recurring positive, and the location is highlighted as a major advantage for walkable access to nearby shops and the waterfront area. Some guests mention comfort details like decent sheet quality but smaller-than-expected pillows. A minority of feedback notes the property can feel older and question whether it represents good value for the price.

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