Venice Beach, CA is what I like to call boho meets beach. You’ll find palm tree-lined streets, gorgeous homes along the Venice canals, quirky shops and restaurants; and bright murals. I love that the city is trendy while maintaining its vintage vibes. When it came to a girls’ weekend trip to LA, I knew that I wanted to stay there. The question soon became where to stay in Venice Beach? I wanted a hotel that matched the city, the Kinney Venice Beach fit the bill perfectly.
About The Kinney Venice Beach
- Location: 737 West Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292
- 20 minutes from LAX
- 15 minutes from Santa Monica
- 25 minutes from Downtown LA
- Location in reference to the rest of Venice: About a mile from the Venice Beach Boardwalk, Abbot Kinney Road, and the Venice Canals. Everything is within a 5-8 minute drive/ bike ride away.
- Perfect for: Any traveler – Families, couples, friends
- The Vibe: Vintage chic
I love hotels where every nook and cranny holds a surprise. Walking around the Kinney was an adventure. Around every corner there was colorful murals, Instagrammable spots, and cool hang out areas. You can tell that each decor element was meticulously selected. I had so much fun exploring and taking photos.
A few amenities to note:
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Beach cruiser rentals
- Valet parking ($25/day)
- Fitness Center
- Fun activities (we’ll get to that later)
About the Rooms
The two main room types are “crash pad suites” and “guest rooms.” You can read more about them here.
We stayed in the one of the “Crash Pad Suites” that overlooked the Quad (the heart of the hotel with fire pits, the pool, ping pong tables, and more). I fell in love with the rocker-vintage theme of our room. My favorite part? The artwork on the wall! PS: as a pillow snob, I’m happy to report that the pillows were absolutely dreamy.
Have breakfast at The Breakfast Club
When it comes to travel, I tend to rush through breakfast because I have places to be! The Kinney’s breakfast cafe, “The Breakfast Club” is the perfect solution. Think: tasteful dishes and healthy drinks, but served speedily.
Forget about the usual continental breakfast that travelers love to avoid. This reasonably priced option features a carefully crafted menu that would rival any brunch spot’s options!
- Breakfast Club hours: Daily from 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Menu items: breakfast burritos, paninis, protein shakes, Vittoria coffee, specialty drinks, & more.
- What we ordered: Panini, breakfast burrito ( a must-try!), “Muscle Beach” protein shake, latte
Hang out on The Quad at The Kinney:
The heart of the hotel, lovingly dubbed “The Quad” is the main hangout spot for guests. I’m not going to lie, it was pretty cool. It feels very L.A. Catch some sun on the lawn chairs, play some ping pong, or take a dip in the pool.
My favorite part? They happened to be hosting a “Kinney Movie Night” during our stay. The team brought out blankets and popcorn, and we sat by the fire and watched a movie. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
Planning a trip to Los Angeles and want to stay at the Kinney? Use promo code “GIULIA19” for a discount on your booking! Thank you again to the Kinney for hosting us. I can’t wait to be back on my next visit to the city.
