Name: Foghorn Harbor Inn
Address: 4140 Via Marina, Marina Del Rey, 90292, US

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Paula

Very clean and quiet

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2026

Timothy

Older/smaller hotel overlooking the marina. Parking was free/included. The lower level rooms have patios and the upper level rooms have a balcony view. The marina beach access is right next to the property. The staff was friendly. The room we stayed in was a bit outdated, but the hotel was much more affordable than other properties in the area. There is not much to see or do within walking distance other than the beach. It was a decent overall stay for two days (while our kid was at UCLA for a camp).

Family

4/10

Poor

15 Jul 2026

Melissa

I knew I was booking a cheap place. We had college tours and it was super close to where my son was touring. I am fine with a cheap, bare bones hotel..... it was so loud. I know they can't control other guests but the walls are super thin and I heard every single person AND dog all night long. We didn't get any sleep.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2026

Merry

This was a decent place near Venice Beach. A bit dated but rooms were clean and had parking, marina beach behind, and within walking distance of the main area for restaurants.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2026

jason

It was very nostalgic properly and very clean right on the beqch

Partner

4/10

Poor

15 Jul 2026

Tracy

The room was
Great however we had to ask for everything. No ice machime. One roll of toilet paper for 3 days was a joke. The price of the rooms and the homeless people sleeping in the beach in front of my window was a no go for me! I will never go back!

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

GURSOY

They should little bit more focus to cleaning

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jul 2026

Darlene

I stayed at this property for two nights. Just in town for a Celebration of Life. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful. The beach view was amazing. The property was quiet. There were some electrical issues with my room. They sent an electrician to help on a Sunday which was nice although I was hoping for a room change. The bed was comfortable. The room could have used some updating but based on the price paid, I would consider staying here again.

Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2026

Teri

This was a last minute booking and we were hoping for the best. It was kind of bare bones but super clean and staff was super friendly. The location was awesome right on the beach at the harbor. The room was clean and basic with fridge and microwave and a big patio to hang out on and watch the beach fun. Would definetly stay again!!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Renetta

My stay was wonderful. I will be back I loved it.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2026

bruno

The best

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2026

Lisette

The location is perfect loved our stay

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

09 Jul 2026

Luis

Too expensive. There’s no breakfast service.. there’s no gym and I know some other hotels with the same price that have all those service.

Pet

4/10

Poor

08 Jul 2026

Venkataramana

Location is great but not the hotel. The moment we entered the room, it was smoking smell and it’s there throughout the stay. There is no elevator. In such a beautiful location, if this hotel gets upgraded, then it will be good!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Scott

Great location with easy access to the beach and free parking!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jul 2026

Felicia

This is the perfect spot to stay one night. Property needs updating staff are super friendly and helpful.

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2026

Gareth

Nothing fancy but clean rooms and friendly staff.

Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Jul 2026

Tammy

Likes...
The PRICE for Location, Location, Location!
The view!
The huge patio with seating to enjoy the view.
The beds were very comfortable.
Everything worked, tv, hair dryer, fridge with a freezer, and the microwave.

Dislikes...
Arrived about 30 minutes before official check-in time and we had to sit in the lobby until official check-in time.
There was not a roll of TP in the room once we were able to check-in, not one square because there was not even a roll for a square to live on, so had to go back to the front desk for TP.
There were only two bath towels for two queen beds, had to go back to the front desk to ask for towels. I asked for four, but got two. I was told no one has done laundry for there to be clean towels. We were never able to get more towels, so we hung them to dry, we were only there for two nights, so we made it work.
We had a downstairs room and that hallway has a smell. Fortunately, though, that smell was not in our room.

Would I stay here again? Definately for all the like reasons. We didnt hang at the hotel, we were there in the morning getting ready to go out and have fun elsewhere and came back in the evenings to wind down and sleep. There were some people that just sat on there patio watching the view from morning til night, so make it what you want for your trip.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Kelly

Location is amazing! Easy and free parking, very walkable to lots of fun dining…really it was close to everything..marina, venice, Santa Monica, and a quick ride to LAX. It is an older property with a lot of let’s call it “charm”. If you are expecting new and glitzy, it is not for you..it is clean, decently maintained for its age, they have a staffed front desk, and a cute little coffee/tea station. No elevator but only 2 floors, walks out onto Mother’s beach which was fun for paddle boarding (rentals less than 500 ft away) which was fun checking out a few of the native sea lions.

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2026

Robin

Front desk Wes very helpful and answered all my questions. Very decent place for the price great location and room was very clean and even the bathtub was very clean. Mini fridge and microwave in every room which is helpful. The only negative is that the walls are thin and other hotel guests were noisy and we could hear them talking from outside patios and upstairs we were downstairs. Overall perfectly enjoyable and bed was comfortable also! Easy parking also.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Pamela

Clean but no breakfast

Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Gregory

This hotel is definitely older and could be updated, but clean. It was a decent price for the area and was adequate for our needs this weekend.
The staff is friendly. The Saturday farmers market was excellent and only a 3 minute walk from the Foghorn.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2026

Virginia

When I first arrived. It was around 8:30 AM which I knew check-in was at 4;00
All I needed was a parking pass so the lady was fairly nice, so I could go off and bicycle ride around the area for the day. I asked the lady at the front desk if there was a restroom that I can use at the hotel and her response was there was no public bathrooms that was odd. I came back at 2:30 to see if I could check in because the night before I called and the gentleman who answered the phone told me anytime after 2:30. I could check in if rooms were available so the same lady who helped me in the morning was still there and she came off rude telling me no there was no rooms available so then I came at 4:00and so oddly people were already checked into their rooms. I was up at 4 AM that morning drove from San Diego County so I was beat by the time I got back at 2:30pm so finally I checked in at 4:00pm went to the room. A gentleman at the front desk at check-in was very polite instead of the woman that was there in the morning. Overall, the hotel needs to be revamped and if you have allergies to animals, I would not stay there room 108 smell like animal it was heavily deodorized and the floor was sticky next to the headboard and the desk my flip-flops were sticking all over in that area. I was hoping it was only pet slobber.Parking lot was free to park there.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2026

Tom

Great bang for the buck! A 90 second walk from a Cheesecake Factory! The only issue we had there was my fault, so I have nothing bad to say about them.

Partner

4/10

Poor

19 Jun 2026

Cheryl

Only plus was balcony with view of water, beach and volleyball court.
Property very outdated but location good. No food available on property. Order through delivery from outside source. TV unable to connect with new movies or current sports being played. We could not watch the World Cup.
Cleaning service for room has to be specifically requested by night before and even then at 2:00 PM they had still not shown up. Linens and towels never changed. Made our own beds.
Had to ask for soap in the room and extra towels since towels were very skimpy and not particularly absorbent.
Would not stay there again unless my budget was extremely limited.

Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2026

Terrance

Great location with a nice marina view

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

Alvaro

This is a gem hidden from the noise and the traffic of LA. Great views from the balcony and the walking areas around the property are great. Easy 1 mile to Venice but not part of the circus

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

16 Jun 2026

TomTom

Staff were nice. Other than that, should have stayed at the Marriott a block away. AC didn’t work well; the place saw better days about 50 years ago. Pretty convenient location (within a mile of Venice boardwalk and harbor) but definitely a discount stay.

Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

Sara

Great patio for dog.
Nice view.
Great location to walk in LA.
Close to Erewhon and Venice Beach.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2026

Partha

Cool place, in the beach but very old hotel with minimum amenities. Towels are dirty, room carpet is stinky.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Kaitrin

The staff was friendly, the location is great, and the coffee, tea, and hot chocolate bar was a really thoughtful touch. The shower fixtures could use an upgrade, but all in all it was a good stay for the price, we’d happily stay again.

2/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Cameron Marcus

Bad service all round very dirty and rude

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

R

parking

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Tawni Marie

It was a nice quiet hotel. Could use a coffee maker in the room. Views were nice and staff was friendly

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

Cynthia

Older property but great location

Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

John

Clean but dated. Rooms are basic but fine. Nice location, walk to beach and around marina. A little pricey but it is Marina del Rey.

Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2026

Lisa

This is a small older property. In a great location. Everybody was very nice and helpful. Great view and free parking. Would stay again. Only real drawback was the water pressure in the shower.
Otherwise great stay, price was reasonable as well compared to others in the area.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2026

Dale

This small hotel is a real find if you can put up with shortcomings is has. The pluses: great location with rooms facing the beach. Free parking. Lots and lots of things to do close by. The negatives: primitive rooms that don’t provide a way to move in. No drawers or cabinets for clothing. Thin walls so you definitely will know what is going on in adjacent rooms. No safes in the hotel which is a clear oversight.I should add the price of the hotel is lower than everyone else in the area. I will probably stay again knowing the real pluses & minuses.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2026

Brandy Nichole

We liked the proximity to Venice Beach. The staff was great and we were able to check in early for one of our rooms without any extra fees. We did have to wait an hour after normal check in for the other room due to maintenance issues with the shower head. Otherwise it was great and I would stay here again.

Family

2/10

Poor

02 Jun 2026

Kalli

Ice machine broken. Would give you a small bag of ice that wouldn’t even fill my Stanley. Looked at you crazy when you wanted more ice. No access straight from room to beach. Signs on beach that bad bacteria in water n Do not enter. Hotel is old n not updated. They had coffee n tea n some oatmeal in 2 small cups with biscotti n 1 cookie at breakfast. If you stay on right hallway there is very loud kitchen noise from Cheesecake Factory, which shares wall to hotel. Heard dishes clanking . TV wouldn’t work. Staff came. Factory Reset TV but didn’t continue setup n I had to reset up myself .

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Deana

The room was immaculate smelled clean when we got there very clean no complaints.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Allison

Location, location, location!!! My teens played for hours in the water even though it was shallow. Theres several great restaurants within walking distance. Staff was super friendly! 1

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Sheila

Unobstructed beach view. Efficient staff and front desk. Easy parking. Unique location.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2026

Steven

Nice enough, reasonably clean, needs a little TLC. No hot water was a refreshing experience

Family

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2026

Mike

Easy parking, no frills vintage hotel right on one of the marina inlets. The beds were good and the shower was clean. But its no frills otherwise. Non matched towels, cheap soap and shampoo, older furniture and fixtures, but im not complaining for 160 bucks on the sand overlooking the marina.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

bruno

Great location

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Reed

The location was incredible, the room was quiet. The cleanliness was ok, if you are a prima Donna skip this place. The value was great for the money and I would probably stay there again because of the location. The owner could put some money into it to make it complaint free.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Mario

Beach view

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Mindy

Great small hotel that’s been on Mother’s Beach forever. Location is fantastic, rooms are large and well maintained and it’s very reasonably priced, especially for the area. Pet friendly and the staff and front desk were wonderful. Spend the extra couple of bucks for beachside, as noisy as it was outside because it was a holiday weekend with lots of festivities, I barely heard a peep.

Pet

4/10

Poor

23 May 2026

Esmeralda

Water pressure was horrible and staff’s apology rang hollow. Won’t stay there again.

6/10

Pleasant

22 May 2026

raymond

Price is good for the area, staff are great , parking is easy . Property is worn down a lot and hardly any amenities. A very basic motel .

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2026

Linda

Good value for the price in an area where hotels are expensive. Staff was super helpful and friendly. My only negatives were the fact that the fridge did not seem to work, the shower water pressure was very weak, and there is no elevator. So if you have any mobility issues, be sure to ask for something on the ground floor. I'm kind of old and have mobility issues and it was no fun Schlepping luggage up and down one flight of stairs.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Dina

Stayed for 2 nights while in town for my daughter’s graduation. We had the most amazing view and would stay there again. The staff was very welcoming.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2026

Penny

The property is adequate, for an older motel. The location and parking were good for our purposes & we enjoyed being near the marina. Good view & people watching from our balcony. Coffee & hot choc were appreciated. Extra charge $100 for late check out, even though we stayed there 3 nights.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2026

Tammy

Very clea

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

18 May 2026

GEORGE A

We were traveling all day and by the time we arrived in the evening, the front desk person was on lunch. Even though we caught his attention, he did not come in to help us. He continued with his lunch and we had to wait another 30 minutes while we were exhausted! On the last day of our stay, the shower water was barely running! Eventually, it ran normal but set us back about a half hour.

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2026

Matthew

Very nice beach view. Rooms are a little dated.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2026

Amanda

It’s an original amongst the new surrounding building and hotels but a prime location for family with younger kids, was quiet at night, and we had the whole mother’s beach site to ourselves with a very large playground and clean water shore the next day. Nearby walkable breakfast cafes and restaurants made up for not having breakfast on site.
We had to ask for extra towels but there is a sign to ask in the front if needed, not a big deal.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

11 May 2026

Timothy

Yes my room overlooked the beach, but the photo you used for the room was actually the lobby, so it was deceiving. I left the hotel after the first night. The room had a terrible smell like air freshener that was trying to cover up something. I went to another hotel. I would like a refund for my 2nd night.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

Mohammad

Very nice place, and great location.

6/10

Pleasant

10 May 2026

Michael

Lots of parking but unsecured. Our room overlooked the parking lot and not the beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

nanette

It was an anniversary nite perfect decor and perfect view

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Teresa

Parking is Free and they have cameras around the property.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

matthew

We stayed one night. The bed was comfortable. Room was clean. We had a nice lower level patio room overlooking the beach. Convenient location.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2026

Jan

Parking is great....staff and manager were the best....very welcoming! The room....not great...desperately needs to to be updated....it's a beautiful area...has a Cheesecake Factory right next door but it's hard to appreciate....the ocean air is ruthless and it has taken a Huge toll on this property.....won't be returning....which is very very 😔 😟.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

elizabeth Y

Yes, parking was available and the room had been recently redone for electrical and bathroom appliances.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2026

Heather

Easy parking close to the room. Staff was very helpful & friendly. The view was really nice right on the water. Hotel is older & a bit run down but still decent for a short stay. Only downside is that you have to ask for more towels & toilet paper because they don’t automatically restock the rooms. Rooms defbut we still enjoyed our stay.

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

George

Clean hotel with very nice marina facing views from the balcony.

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Tracy

The Foghorn was perfect for my trip! On the marina with a maintained beach, free parking, balcony, and free coffee! The staff was super friendly and helpful! I will stay there again!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Matthew

Staff was incredibly nice and helpful. Location is great right on the beach. Always had a close parking spot to the entrance. Cheesecake Factory right next door to walk to.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Miriam

The Foghorn Harbor Inn is an excellent value. It's not fancy, but it has all the things we look for in a reasonably priced motel: it's clean, it has in-room refrigerators and microwaves, the bed is large and comfortable, the staff is welcoming and responsive, there is 24-hour coffee and small snacks. Also, it's quite well situated. We had a meeting in Marina del Rey, but also visited Beverly Hills (about half an hour) and downtown LA (about 35 minutes), depending on the time of day, of course.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Artem

Thank you for for staff service very clean room beautiful view
Sincerely

Friends

4/10

Poor

27 Apr 2026

Carol

Wcould not check in till 4 or pay additional 50. The gentlemen who check us in was rude. Instead of handing us all papers to fill out before 4 he made everybody wait. That took additional 30 minutes. Once we had the key I went into room found no towels and one small soap as big as your finger nail. Outside patio had dead plants and need to be painted. Not worth $300 a night.

Pet

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Jose

A great place to stay is clean environment

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Nada

great location, free parking

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Cynthia

This location was very good the view from our room was beautiful. The only issue is we were hoping to have the sliding door open and enjoy the fresh air come in at night but the only smell we got was the smell of marijuana. So we closed the door as we had children as well.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

raymond

Very basic but safe “motel” in good location. Price is real good compared to surrounding hotels. Staff are usually great.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2026

Gabriella

There is an insecure parking lot in front. There is a beautiful marina view with easy beach access. The property is old and does not include any amenities, not even cable TV. The room was however clean, but, overall, everything about the room is sad except for the view.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2026

Joan R

Location is perfect and beautiful. Plenty of free parking and staff was very nice. However, the mattress was the worst I’ve ever slept on, lumpy and so uncomfortable. There were 3 very flat pillows on the bed that should be thrown out. Would I stay there again? Yes, because of the location and the view.

Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Apr 2026

Crystal

Really nice view

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Apr 2026

Terrance

Parking was great, and the view was fantastic

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Sandra

I love this place. The hotel is a little dated, but the rooms were comfortable and very clean. The staff was super friendly.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

William

Clean room beach front easy parking nice staff

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2026

Lizabeth

Parking was easy to find. The location is great, we had a direct beach view. The room was clean, but a little damp.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Vytis

Plenty of free parking.
Reasonably priced for location.
Quite and no dodgy characters around.
Air conditioner/heater old school and rather loud. Free capsule coffee machine and water dispenser in the lobby. Ground floor terrace very large but right by the pathway

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2026

Graeme

Room was clean but didn’t feel that safe with the lock to the patio. Didn’t want to leave valuables in the room

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Arian

Good people front desk manager was very professional let me check in a few minutes early 🙏

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Micah

Great staff and location.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Aziz

Nice hotel on the water. Staff very friendly and nice. Thank you 😊

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

Gayle

We came for a family event. The rooms and the view were really nice. Check in was a little rough as we were arrived a little early and the staff literally told us to come back at exactly check-in time. We had an elderly person with us and had to sit in the parking lot to wait.
The hotel was pet friendly and that was a must for this trip. Would stay here again for the price and convenience.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

12 Apr 2026

Jon

No classes or cups in room or lobby for water or coffee. TV cable and antenna were not hooked up until called staf to fix.

2/10

Poor

09 Apr 2026

Constantine

Terrible management. They don’t care about their customers. Only take their money.

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2026

Christopher

A great location just a few minutes drive or a short walk to Venice. Free coffee in the mornings and free parking. Just 15mins from LAX Airport.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Kathaleen Celia

Great location. Safe, comfortable. Have stayed in Foghorn Inn previously.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Walter

The best view ever!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Apr 2026

Kristine

This was an up and down visit. Obviously renovating. Pics on website are deceiving. first room was dingy and unappealing. The AC went out after the first day. First we were told he would get maintenance out the next day cuz there were no other rooms. then came to our room asking when maintenance can come and if not fixed we WOULD get a different room. by 2pm Maintenance had not shown, day desk rep didn't know if they would, but they did give us a new room. This room was so much better. It was the same style room, but it was brighter, more refreshed feeling, better bed, bigger fridge. And I don't know why hotels cannot offer more, or even better placed, electrical outlets. There are just never enough. Lobby upstairs is airy and bright and clean. But they only offer coffee. Maybe they could get some vending machines for snacks and drinks at least. Also, there was only one garbage can in the bathroom for the entire room.

Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2026

Tiffany

Loved that this is right on mother’s beach. Didn’t love the lack of amenities… there’s no vending machine and no toiletries in the room besides 2 towels

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Julie

We enjoyed ourselves and the staff was nice

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2026

Christine

Great location if you're looking to be close to LAX, Venice Beach and Abbot Kinney. I would say, this place is the \"Spirit Airlines\" of hotels. It was very clean and staff were always friendly and helpful

2/10

Poor

28 Mar 2026

Yi

The room smell like molds.

Family_with_children