Living like a local is easy at the Hi View Inn Manhattan Beach. Located less than a mile from miles of sandy beaches and the Hermosa Beach Pier, the Hi View Inn puts you in the middle of a scenic seaside paradise. Feel like you're away from it all, while still being near LAX, downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood.
The Strand
The Strand, technically a street, is a wonderful pedestrian/bicycle path that goes right along the beach through town. It is divided into two parts: an upper for pedestrians and a lower one closer to the beach for bicyclists. It is very pelasant and scenic, as well as conventient, allowing one to comfortably and easily walk along the beach from one end of town to the other. In the summer, it is particularly nice since, although the narrow streets in the portion of the city west of Sepulveda Blvd are rather pedestrian friendly, they tend to be stuffy and hot day and night, with no air movement.
Manhattan Beach Blvd
Just up from the Pier is Manhattan Beach Blvd, one of the main drags in town. The closest establishments to the beach were, yes, the bars. And, even in the afternoon, they were hoppin'! If you need a break from the beach, take a walk on Manhattan Beach Blvd, and some of the surrounding streets too. Check out the shops, restaurants, and become a part of Manhattan Beach.
Round House Aquarium
This is a great place for the kids and parents alike. Though admission is free, here is a small "donation" of about $2.00 suggested. Take a stroll with the kids to the Roundhouse Aquarium at the end of the historic Manhattan Beach Pier. Rent bikes to ride our paved beach-front bike path, or just roll up your pant legs and collect seashells at low tide. This is not only an aquarium, but also a research lab dedicated to the study and care of our ocean.