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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, 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Manhattan Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to San Luis Obispo takes 5h 32m and costs around $54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $420 for a 46h 06m 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 Ace and Midway, 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Manhattan Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from Manhattan Beach to San Luis Obispo takes 5h 32m and costs around $54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $420 for a 46h 06m 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 Ace and Midway, 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 (1,455 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,786 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,749 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,205 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,293 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,519 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,684 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,721 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,396 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,164 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,885 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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westdrift Manhattan Beach, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 480 reviews)
$278+
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Hyatt Place Lax El Segundo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2715 reviews)
$154+
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Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2037 reviews)
$230+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Manhattan Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 672 reviews)
$195+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance - South Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 466 reviews)
$189+
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Sonesta Es Suites Torrance Redondo Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 981 reviews)
$151+
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Renting a car in Manhattan Beach

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $31 per day, on average, or $62 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 39% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Manhattan Beach costs $31 per day, on average, or $62 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 39% cheaper than airport locations in Manhattan Beach.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manhattan Beach, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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