Inside information from locals, celebrities and tastemakers who work, play and live in Marina del Rey, California.

Marina del Rey is a little gem just south of Venice, California.  It is a  short bike/walk/skate from Venice.

About:  Marina del Rey’s the Marina is the world’s largest man-made small craft harbor with 19 marinas.   The marina houses a wide variety of restaurants, hotels, bars, boats and a beach.  In addition to great entertainment options, one can find fishing and whale watching tours, parasailing, stand up paddle boarding and more.

To find the best of the best, you have to talk to the locals.  We caught up with  Hilton Garden Inn Marina del Rey’s General Manager, Wendy Rosales, to ask her a few questions about the Marina.  If you’re looking for a source of information about Venice, you can’t do much better than Wendy Rosales.

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1. Name, Occupation  

2. Two things we should know about you? 

  • I am obsessed with my pug “Bugsy” and he loves our many dog friendly locations around the Marina.
  • I have been with Hilton hotels 13 years thus one of my favorite quotes is from Conrad Hilton. “Enthusiasm is a vital element in individual success” This sums up my philosophy of always seeing the glass half full in life and work.

4. What is your perfect day in the Marina?

  • Roll out of bed late on a Saturday, and head to the farmers market for breakfast and to gather beautiful flowers, fruits and vegetables. Grab my bike and take a ride around the Marina.   End up the day watching the boats go back and forth at the South Jetty as the sun sets.

5. If a visitor to Marina had only one day to experience the city, what would you suggest as Marina essentials?

  • A bike or a walk is essential for the Marina del Rey experience.  Also, a visit to Fisherman’s Village,  the Marine Aquatic Center to kayak or a walk on the beach are all fun Marina activities.   Waterside has amazing shopping, and we have spectacular sunsets.

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6. What are some interesting or unusual destinations in Marina that even locals might not be aware of?   Hidden Marina treasures?  

  • A walk along the Ballona Lagoon from Venice to Marina del Rey is packed with beautiful flowers, birds and lovely homes.
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7. What are a few of your favorite Marina things?

  • Sunshine, water, the sound of boats and the laid back vibe.

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8. Where are your Marina happy places?

  • Hilton Garden Inn of course.  Enjoying the outside patio and fire pit sipping a chardonnay at Marina Grill and Bar.
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Marina Grill and Bar

9. Favorite annual Marina event?

  • Holiday Boat Parade

10. Anything else about Marina that you would like to say?

  • George Straight says it best;

On a hidden beach under a golden sun
She spread a blanket that we laid down on
And loved the world away in Marina del Rey

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About where Wendy works:  

image004Ideally located amidst the picturesque setting of the Marina Del Rey Harbor and Marina Beach, the Hilton Garden Inn Los Angeles Marina DelRey hotel is only 6.5 miles north of LAX and is within easy reach of a vibrant range of local attractions including Venice Beach Boardwalk and Downtown Los Angeles. This stylish Los Angeles hotel also offers easy access to several universities and businesses, making it perfect for both business and leisure travelers

You will find everything you need to work from home while you stay at this Marina Del Ray hotel, including complimentary WiFi in all guest rooms and public areas, a complimentary, 24-hour business center offering a range of services and the latest A/V technology and two versatile meeting spaces, ideal for events for up to 100 people. Start your day with breakfast in the Marina Bar & Grill or unwind in the evening with a tempting cocktail. Energize in the complimentary, 24-hour Fitness Center, which overlooks the sparkling swimming pool or soak up the glorious LA sunshine in the courtyard

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HILTON GARDEN INN | 4200 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA. 90292   www.hgimarinadelrey.com

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