Venice on the Beach Hotel puts the excitement of Venice Beach at your doorstep, featuring stunning views of the world's most popular beach destination with miles of sparkling shoreline. Venice on the beach hotel boasts it's located right on the sand next to the Venice Pier and in front of the volleyball courts.

Some Cool Things to Do

Take a stroll down Washington Boulevard which is full of locally owned cafes and specialty stores; explore the gift shops along the way and, at nighttime, Washington Boulevard comes alive with an abundance of nightlife and excellent restaurants.

Wander down Ocean Front Walk and you will find all kinds of fun things to do and see. Buy souvenirs to take home with you, get your caricatures done, take some pictures, play some basketball, paddle tennis, get a massage, your fortune told, a new henna tattoo, or just catch the rays on one of the best beaches in the world.

So get some sand on your toes, enjoy the spectacular views and amazing sunsets that await you at the Venice on the Beach Hotel.

Jog, bicycle or skate for miles along the beachfront path or run along the front of the hotel, which goes north to Malibu or south to Orange County.

Experience the convenience of being close to all the great attractions California has to offer.

Access to major freeways provides quick trips to all Los Angeles tourist attractions.

So whether you prefer amusement parks, the beach, shopping, world-class entertainment, museums or water sports; it's all just a short drive away from you.

Services for the Physically Challenged
The Los Angeles county metropolitan transit authority operates buses equipped with automatic wheelchair lifts. For information call (213) 626-4455. Hearing impaired persons with a TDD/TTY machine may call 1 (800) 252-9040.

Tipping
A gratitude charge is not automatically included in the bill at restaurants and other establishments unless it is noted on the check. Tipping is voluntary but adding 15% to 20% for restaurants and taxi service is customary.

Smoking and Drinking
Smoking is not allowed in most public buildings including restaurants. A growing number of restaurants have set up outdoor seating areas, and some of those accommodate smokers.

Electrical Current
The electrical current in the USA is 110 volts A/C and the plugs are flat. It is recommended that you buy a converter before entering the County.

Telephones
When calling from one area code to another dial 1, followed by the area code and the 7 digits telephone number. There are two types of public telephones coin operated and credit card. International and collect calls may be made from any telephone. A local telephone call generally cost 35 cents. If you are calling outside the local area you will be instructed on how much to deposit after dialing the number. Check you local distance calling card or direction posted on the telephone for instructions on billing calls to your long distance account. Toll free numbers connect the caller free of charge to a company's reservation information center. The 800/888 numbers apply to callswithin the US or exclusively to California.