I am the luckiest lady in the world. To be able to do a wonderful staycation a half hour away from my home in Los Angeles, glorious, fantastic, I feel like I was on a real vacation.
You know the cheers song, “Sometimes you wanna go, where everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came, you wanna be where you can see, our troubles are all the same, you wanna be where everybody knows your name.” Well, that is how I felt at Hotel Erwin – pretty much the best VIP treatment ever! But it really wasn’t too much, it was such a treat to have every staff member treat me like I was important, all of them knowing my name and saying that I am the VIP staying in room 613. Ok, and about my room. Pretty much at the west edge of the building with an ocean view and up on the highest floor besides the roof top bar High; we will get to that later. My room had a super comfy bed and a huge walk-in shower. Every amenity is covered, from the mini bar to the gorgeous view right outside my window and the incredible balcony with 2 chairs and a table. It’s very sublime, but oh, so amazing. They have a delightful breakfast, my new friend staff member Jeanne added so much extra, to my breakfast. She made me a latte, with luscious cream, and fudge sauce, plus a very spicy but good bloody Mary. The breakfast served every day is not basic. It’s got delicious homemade coffee cake, homemade yogurt and granola, fresh fruit, eggs and sauce, and every kind of toast and topping you can imagine. Plus, fresh juices and strong, perfect coffee. They also offer a water bottle and a water station area on every floor. As part of your stay, you can get beach amenities or use a beach bike cruiser, as well as be able to use their gym.
Hotel Irwin has many dining options, so for sunset I went to High Rooftop Lounge, which is their rooftop bar. They offer a nice happy hour, but I was late for that. I did manage to get a proper vodka martini and their super delicious fried calamari. This was the start of my culinary adventure. High Rooftop Lounge was voted #9 from Timeout for Best Rooftop Bar. Then on the first floor there is a lobby restaurant called Barlo Kitchen. I had their delicious, roasted cremini mushrooms with butter and chives, then on to their scrumptious linguini with clam garlic sauce. They were so generous with their clams, 25 clams cooked to perfection in their shells, a great, tasty dish. Off to their main event, 3 luscious lamb chops with garlic, and mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts. Everything was simply cooked to perfection and was thoroughly enjoyed by yours truly. The next day I had a great lunch at the High Rooftop Lounge to-go, lobster roll, super delicious.
A landmark in and of itself, Hotel Erwin is a love letter to the ever-changing spirit of Venice Beach. Located along the iconic Pacific Avenue, they distill the best parts of our culture, creativity, and community, so you can discover Venice in all its forms, the way it was meant to be experienced. With rooms and suites featuring balconies and sweeping ocean views, three on-property restaurants—including LA’s best oceanside rooftop bar—and all the usual hotel frills, Hotel Erwin is the perfect choice for those looking to experience the vibrant energy of Venice Beach. Their rooms and suites are designed to offer a relaxed, yet elevated environment with everything you need to explore at your own pace. Each room features a private balcony, offering stunning ocean views that make for a perfect morning coffee or evening sunset. Inside, you’ll find spacious interiors with contemporary décor, plush bedding, and all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. Whether you choose a cozy room or an expansive suite, meet each day with beachside views and immerse yourself in the laidback luxury of our coastal hotel, where the only thing they overlook is the ocean.
I was gone for a total of 24 hours, but it felt like a week. I came back super refreshed and relaxed, just the perfect staycation. Next time you’re in need of the perfect getaway book into Hotel Erwin and check out this beach staple. Maybe you too will see new things on Venice Beach, that you never saw before.
Hotel Erwin is a – Pacific State of Mind.
Hotel Erwin
1697 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291
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