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

Marina del Rey travel guide

Marina del Rey Tourism | Marina del Rey Guide

You're Going to Love Marina del Rey

With a population of 8 866, Marina del Rey is a must-see destination in California, United States. Marina del Rey deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Marina del Rey

If you’re looking for affordable options, Barbianca Local Kitchen (13480 Maxella Ave) and Wharo Korean BBQ (4029 Lincoln Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Marina del Rey

Marina del Rey in November
Estimated hotel price
$284
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marina del Rey in November
Estimated hotel price
$284
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Marina del Rey

Plane

When flying to Marina del Rey, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marina del Rey include Delta, American Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui. The shortest domestic flight to Marina del Rey departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Air Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Marina del Rey.

Car

Another option to get to Marina del Rey is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 15 km from Marina del Rey. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Marina del Rey, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marina del Rey include Delta, American Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui. The shortest domestic flight to Marina del Rey departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Air Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Marina del Rey.

Car

Another option to get to Marina del Rey is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 15 km from Marina del Rey. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airlines serving Marina del Rey

Lufthansa
Good (7,984 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,510 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,954 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,457 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,213 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,692 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,771 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,008 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,248 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,319 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marina del Rey

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey to great affordable options like the Jamaica Bay Inn, Marina del Rey offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $300 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $443 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marina del Rey

Most booked hotels in Marina del Rey

Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2039 reviews)
$215+
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2720 reviews)
$309+
Hilton Los Angeles Culver City
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1598 reviews)
$199+
The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 415 reviews)
$443+
Hilton Garden Inn Los Angeles Marina Del Rey
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1142 reviews)
$248+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Inglewood
3 stars
Excellent (8, 3348 reviews)
$109+

Renting a car in Marina del Rey

Renting a car in Marina del Rey costs $38 per day, on average, or $77 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Marina del Rey.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Marina del Rey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Marina del Rey is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Marina del Rey costs $38 per day, on average, or $77 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Marina del Rey.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Marina del Rey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Marina del Rey is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.