Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Manhattan Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Manhattan Beach

With a population of 35,135, Manhattan Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Manhattan Beach to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Manhattan Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, JOEY Manhattan Beach (3120 N Sepulveda Blvd) and Houston's - Manhattan Beach (1550 Rosecrans Ave Ste A) are great picks.

When to visit Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$339
1 night at 3-star hotel
Manhattan Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$339
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Manhattan Beach

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Manhattan Beach include Air Canada, Lufthansa and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Manhattan Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 10h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 13 miles from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Alamo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Manhattan Beach, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Manhattan Beach include Air Canada, Lufthansa and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Manhattan Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 10h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Manhattan Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Manhattan Beach is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 13 miles from Manhattan Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Alamo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Manhattan Beach

LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Manhattan Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
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Where to stay in Manhattan Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hi View Inn & Suites and The Sea View Inn At The Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Manhattan Beach

Most booked hotels in Manhattan Beach

The Belamar Hotel Manhattan Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$274+
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Motel 6-Los Angeles, Ca - Los Angeles - Lax
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$133+
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Hiring a car in Manhattan Beach

Expect to pay $1.57 per litre in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.76 and $25.01. The most frequently booked car type in Manhattan Beach is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.57 per litre in Manhattan Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.76 and $25.01. The most frequently booked car type in Manhattan Beach is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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