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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, Nick's Manhattan Beach (451 Manhattan Beach Blvd) and Love and Salt (317 Manhattan Beach Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$342
1 night at 3-star hotel
Manhattan Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$342
1 night at 3-star 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 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Burbank takes 0h 31m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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 NextCar, 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 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to Burbank takes 0h 31m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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 NextCar, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Manhattan Beach

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

Airlines serving Manhattan Beach

KLM
Good (1,475 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,805 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,313 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,261 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,146 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,451 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,544 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,821 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,169 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,221 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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Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2032 reviews)
$213+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Manhattan Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 670 reviews)
$205+
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westdrift Manhattan Beach, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 474 reviews)
$268+
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Hotel Hermosa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1143 reviews)
$145+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport South
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2433 reviews)
$158+
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Hi View Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1121 reviews)
$132+
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Renting a car in Manhattan Beach

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $80 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Los Angeles Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $80 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Los Angeles Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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