The best beach hotels in Los Angeles

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• One of the biggest draws of the Los Angeles area is the region's beautiful beaches and coastline along the cobalt-blue Pacific Ocean.
• Some of LA's best hotels are found throughout the coastal region, in beach towns like Venice, Santa Monica, Malibu, and more.
• Our picks for the best beach hotels include amenity-rich and guest-favorite properties located right on the coast or a few blocks away, with entry-level prices ranging from the $200s to about $500 per night.
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Sure, the Hollywood sign and the downtown skyline are among the most famous landmarks in Los Angeles, but there's perhaps a no more iconic feature to the region than its coastline, sprawling with scenic beaches and warmed by year-round sunshine.

Naturally, many of the 50 million or so annual visitors to the city want to stay as close to the beach in LA as possible. Thankfully, LA offers plenty of varied options, from hotels sitting just about on the sand, to those set a few blocks back within easy walking distance.

As a Los Angeles local, I've frequented many of the city's beach hotels for staycations, meals, pool and social time, and other events, and each on this list stands out amid the pack.

Our list includes four- or five-star properties beloved by past guests, with high rankings and reviews on Trip Advisor and Booking.com. I looked to hotels on the waterfront or just slightly removed, from Manhattan Beach in the South Bay, up north to Malibu. The best beach hotels in LA are all in desirable locations — with views to match — and have excellent amenities, attractive design elements, and top service offerings. And all are priced reasonably, with starting prices between $200s to $500 per night.

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