Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Manhattan Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Manhattan Beach

With a population of 35,135, Manhattan Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Manhattan Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Manhattan Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, JOEY Manhattan Beach (3120 N Sepulveda Blvd) and Second Story - Hotel Belamar (3501 Sepulveda Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach in February
Estimated package price
$380
2 travelers
Flight to Manhattan Beach
3 nights at hotel
Manhattan Beach in February
Estimated package price
$380
2 travelers
Flight to Manhattan Beach
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Manhattan Beach

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Manhattan Beach include Delta, American Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui. The shortest domestic flight to Manhattan Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Manhattan Beach, followed by Air Canada. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Zurich takes 12h 25m and costs around $1,702 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $154 for a 35h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 21 km from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Manhattan Beach include Delta, American Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui. The shortest domestic flight to Manhattan Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Manhattan Beach, followed by Air Canada. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Zurich takes 12h 25m and costs around $1,702 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $154 for a 35h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 21 km from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Manhattan Beach

LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Manhattan Beach

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,193 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,176 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,139 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Manhattan Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hi View Inn & Suites and The Sea View Inn At The Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Manhattan Beach

Most booked hotels in Manhattan Beach

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Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 166 reviews)
$319+
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Shade Hotel Redondo Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 410 reviews)
$208+
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westdrift Manhattan Beach, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 482 reviews)
$277+
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Hyatt Place Lax El Segundo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2708 reviews)
$147+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Manhattan Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 679 reviews)
$203+
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Sonesta Es Suites Torrance Redondo Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 976 reviews)
$132+
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Renting a car in Manhattan Beach

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

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