The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
4375 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292, Marina Del Rey, United States
5-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is a five-star waterfront hotel overlooking the marina at 4375 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey, California. Traditionally furnished rooms include coffeemakers and Wi‑Fi (noted as a surcharge), and some units add balconies with city and marina views; suites provide separate living rooms. On-site facilities include a spa, an outdoor pool with a hot tub, a fitness center, and two tennis courts. Dining is anchored by a contemporary restaurant plus a casual poolside bar and grill, with room service also mentioned by guests. The location places you near Venice attractions such as the Venice Canal Historic District (1,562 m) and Venice Boardwalk (2,577 m), while Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park are about 5.1–5.2 km away. It’s also positioned for broader Los Angeles sightseeing, including the Hammer Museum (8,351 m), The Getty (10,559 m), and LACMA (12,229 m).
Best for
This hotel best fits travelers who want an upscale marina setting with resort-style downtime: a spa, outdoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, and tennis courts. It also suits guests splitting time between Venice and Santa Monica, with the Venice Canal Historic District nearby and Santa Monica Pier roughly 5.2 km away.
Travel tips
If you’re planning a Venice-focused stay, the Venice Canal Historic District (1,562 m) and Venice Boardwalk (2,577 m) are close by, while Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park, and Downtown Santa Monica cluster around 5.1–5.5 km away. For airport logistics, the hotel is described as about 4.5 miles from Los Angeles International Airport, which can be a practical base for short stays. Note that Wi‑Fi is described as surcharged, and rooms are traditionally furnished—requesting a balcony can help maximize marina or city views where available.
What guests say
Reviews commonly emphasize standout service, with many guests describing staff as friendly and experience-enhancing. Comfort is often noted, though some guests report rooms feeling small. A recurring critique is that some rooms and interiors feel dated or in need of updating, and a few guests cite frustrations around check-in and missing in-room conveniences (such as minibar-related expectations or other amenities). On the positive side, guests mention enjoying room service breakfast and using the lounge as a productive place to work.
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