SW Beach Hotel

66 11th St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, Los Angeles County, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.5 / 5

Overview

SW Beach Hotel is a 2-star property in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles County, located at 66 11th St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. It holds a strong public rating of 4.5/5 based on 124 reviews, with guests frequently highlighting the beach setting and overall value.

Rooms

Guest feedback commonly emphasizes clean rooms and an efficient setup, with some travelers describing the rooms as notably small (including compact bathrooms). Reviews also point to a more distinctive, “unique” room feel compared with standard budget beach lodging.

On-site features

A standout mentioned by guests is the rooftop area, described as a major highlight for the stay. Reviewers note rooftop grills, fire pits, and ocean views; at least one stay occurred during major renovations and room upgrades.

Location & nearby sights

The hotel sits very close to Hermosa Beach Pier (about 486 m), making it easy to spend time along the waterfront and pier area. Other nearby coastal points of interest include Manhattan Beach Pier (about 2.8 km) and Redondo Beach Pier (about 2.6 km), while Dockweiler Beach is about 8.4 km away. Farther afield, popular day-trip stops include Venice Boardwalk (about 16.1 km) and Santa Monica Pier/Pacific Park (about 18.7 km).

Best for

This hotel best suits travelers who want an ocean-adjacent Hermosa Beach base with quick access to the pier (about 486 m away) and nearby beach towns like Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach. It also fits value-focused couples or staycationers who prioritize a clean room and a standout rooftop hangout (grills, fire pits, ocean views) over extra on-site services.

Travel tips

Because guests report that there isn’t always an on-site person available (especially at night), plan to get arrival instructions and answers to any questions before you show up. If you want classic South Bay pier-hopping, Hermosa Beach Pier is walkable and Manhattan Beach Pier and Redondo Beach Pier are both within roughly 3 km. For bigger attractions like Santa Monica Pier/Pacific Park (about 18.7 km) or Venice Boardwalk (about 16.1 km), allow extra travel time and consider going early to maximize daylight by the water.

What guests say

Reviews consistently praise the hotel’s beachside location, especially the easy access to Hermosa Beach and the pier. Cleanliness is a recurring positive point, and several guests describe the stay as efficient and good value for money. A standout highlight is the rooftop space, which guests mention for its grills, fire pits, and ocean views. Common drawbacks include very small room/bathroom sizing and the fact that a staff member may not always be on site at night, making pre-arrival communication important.

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