Name: Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach
Address: 1221 North Valley Drive, Downtown, Manhattan Beach, California, United States of America, Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles County, US
Price range: $394–$1,131 per night
Rating: 8.78

What guests think

Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach earns strong feedback for its walkable location, while opinions on rooms and amenities vary due to a mix of comfortable stays and occasional complaints about noise, wear, or minor operational issues.

Housekeeping is often praised for very clean rooms, and many enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant. Several reviews mention weddings or construction causing daytime or evening noise, and some note dated or worn room elements and occasional maintenance issues. Overall, expect a boutique beach stay with friendly service and lively social spaces.

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Location

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Facilities

On-site bar, restaurant, and patio spaces are well liked; however, weddings or daytime construction have occasionally affected noise levels or access to spaces.

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6

Clinton

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location near beach with everything within walking distance. Pool area is not very good. It’s really small and certainly not an inviting pool. No staff around for drink orders etc. Wifi was offline a number of times for extended periods during 3 night stay.

8

Austin

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location but busy, loud and lacks privacy for overnight guests. Food, bar and employees were very good!

10

Jeanie

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff friendly and helpful Construction noise

8

Stan

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bar and patio areas (seating with small fire pits) we’re really nice; seemed on the pricy side ($500 for a room)

10

michael

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything from easy access, greetings by staff, quality of the bar and restaurant, to the room itself. Everything was amazing. The GM Rodolfo was spectacular and personally checked on my experience at the property. This is the only place I will stay in Manhattan Beach in the future.

8

todd

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Manhattan Beach. Careful as the hotel is smaller and hosts weddings which will close down amenities at the hotel which sucked. Also ordered some rose petals and chocolate covered strawberries which never happened.

10

tara

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

great location! staff were so welcoming and helpful. we especially loved the restaurant, zinc located in the hotel!

10

Tyler

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The location and hotel room were excellent, stayed for 4 Nights with my father and the accessibility was great ( something he needs )

8

Elizabeth

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I thought the food was quite good in the restaurant and the room was very comfortable. However, there was construction going on which they did tell me about. Which was loud during the day while I was working. The room was also on the street so there was some street noise. But I thought the area was convenient.

8

Julia

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, stylish and comfortable rooms, and friendly staff made this a great stay in Manhattan Beach. The tub is amazing! The only negative was a very loud wedding on my last night. All rooms face the event courtyard, and there was music blasting for hours. It was so loud I was unable to have a conversation or hear the TV in my room. It did quiet down by 10:30pm but it was unpleasant and I had an early flight the next day. It would be nice to have warning that there will be a loud event during the stay.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are frequently described as very clean, though a few reviews mention odors, mold on curtains, or cluttered hallways needing refresh.

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10

Jesse

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service and clean rooms

10

Dominic

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The customer service here was excellent, the room was very clean & was a great stay for my anniversary… I highly recommend staying here if ever in the area

2

CAI

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It smells horrible

6

John

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Probably great when first built. Decor seemed a little dated and facility maintenance seemed tired. For example, mold on shear curtains, broken shower mixing valve, broken light fixture (Room 203).

8

Maria

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Our room was clean and the king size bed comfortable. The reading lights above the bed make you hot so I prefer the lights on the side. Staff is friendly and kind. The food served at the hotel is delicious. Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach is at a great location; but it’s the hotel staff that make you feel welcome!

8

Ruby

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I love Manhattan Beach so just the location itself is a dream. A haven of calm after a busy week in the rest of LA. The property itself feels a bit like it’s in need of a refresh. One of the chairs in the lounge area sank right through so all you could feel was the wooden frame. The bed linen smelled so clinical that it made me feel quite sick for a few hours. The decor is now quite dated. The shower took a very long time to warm up. There was a bathtub and some other packaged furniture right outside my door in the corridor which made the space feel cluttered and tight. I don’t think it was good value for money at all. However, the staff were faultless and very friendly and accommodating. And being in walking distance of the pier, the shops and the restaurants makes me really happy. Location big thumbs up, property needs some work though.

10

Tyler

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is ideal for a stay in Manhattan beach , very attentive staff , excellent clean spacious room, good selection of food and just a few steps away from many other great restaurants and other retail needs

10

Chris

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and great location to Manhattan Beach Pier

10

Artin

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and nice room

10

Alice

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean , pleasant employees and close to food, shop and within walking distance to Manhattan Beach pier

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Rooms

Many guests find rooms comfortable and in some cases modern with soaking tubs or smart features, but others report dated decor, maintenance problems, AC issues, and noise from events or the street.

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Scott

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous weekend visit at The Shade! Top notch hospitality and friendly staff. Bar and restaurant are amazing with tasty food and yummy cocktails. Our newly renovated room was very modern, tricked out lighting, smart TV (Apple TV and all the usual apps), and very comfortable bedding. Walk to town, pier and all the restaurants and bars at your doorstep.

6

Jonathan

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Its was okay. AC kept shutting off middle of the night and wouldn't turn back on. It would get hot and hand to get up and mess with it to turn it on. Overall it was a comfortable stay

8

Jason

Nov 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is fantastic. Walked everywhere all weekend and so close to the beach. The property is mostly great but the keycard system failed almost every time we got back to our room.

8

Ada

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location and walkable restaurants. The bed was not very comfortable.

10

Hiep

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 19,365 nights

Love the room with hot tub.

6

John

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Probably great when first built. Decor seemed a little dated and facility maintenance seemed tired. For example, mold on shear curtains, broken shower mixing valve, broken light fixture (Room 203).

4

Katherine

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was really excited to stay here. We were put in an older room though. The floor was cracked, carpet coming apart, tv broken. I wish it had been disclosed upone booking- we would have stayed elsewhere

8

Elizabeth

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I thought the food was quite good in the restaurant and the room was very comfortable. However, there was construction going on which they did tell me about. Which was loud during the day while I was working. The room was also on the street so there was some street noise. But I thought the area was convenient.

8

Adam

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good service, great location. The building is older and therefore not very sound - resistant (ie, loud)

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Julia

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, stylish and comfortable rooms, and friendly staff made this a great stay in Manhattan Beach. The tub is amazing! The only negative was a very loud wedding on my last night. All rooms face the event courtyard, and there was music blasting for hours. It was so loud I was unable to have a conversation or hear the TV in my room. It did quiet down by 10:30pm but it was unpleasant and I had an early flight the next day. It would be nice to have warning that there will be a loud event during the stay.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating across the hotel. Occasional issues include confusion over a booked room and unmet special requests.

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10

payam

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Excellent location Excellent service

10

Sara

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! The staff was very kind.

10

Denise

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is a fun beachy vibe- clean and spacious room. Excellent location. Completely walkable area. What made this hotel stand out for me was the staff- everyone was helpful and genuinely kind. Can’t wait to return.

10

Orlando

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very nice and accommodating. Especial recognition to Oscar at the front desk.

10

Corey

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly and accomodating!

10

michael

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything from easy access, greetings by staff, quality of the bar and restaurant, to the room itself. Everything was amazing. The GM Rodolfo was spectacular and personally checked on my experience at the property. This is the only place I will stay in Manhattan Beach in the future.

8

todd

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Manhattan Beach. Careful as the hotel is smaller and hosts weddings which will close down amenities at the hotel which sucked. Also ordered some rose petals and chocolate covered strawberries which never happened.

10

Tammy

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the accommodation and the staff friendliness and efficiency.

10

Luke

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful hotel in a super location. And the staff at the front desk and valet were brilliant. Recommended!

4

Jennifer

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t receive the right room I booked. They tried their best to accommodate which I appreciated but not before gaslighting me about making the wrong reservation when I didn’t

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Location

Highly walkable, close to the beach, pier, shops, and restaurants. Some note the area or property can be busy or loud.

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10

Paul

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Comfortable spot in great location. Quick walk to beach and many, many fine and casual eateries. Staff was kind and attentive. Quieter Tha we expected for in- town location.

10

Annabelle

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome and great location. Walkable to the pier, restaurant and shop.

10

salvatore

Feb 4, 2024

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The property close to the beach, shops, nice restaurants

10

Richard

Jan 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect location in a great environment. Can walk everywhere in MB. Great dining options all around the property.

10

Chris

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and great location to Manhattan Beach Pier

10

Robert

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best ever hotel in Manhattan Beach Location, quiet, great restaurant, walking to all… beaches!!!!

10

Alice

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean , pleasant employees and close to food, shop and within walking distance to Manhattan Beach pier

10

Tyler

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The location and hotel room were excellent, stayed for 4 Nights with my father and the accessibility was great ( something he needs )

10

Sena

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Will definitely be back! So close to everything in Manhattan Beach. All so walkable

10

Steven

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent location with many walkable options for dining and shopping. Very close to the beach.

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Dining

On-site dining and cocktails receive strong praise for taste and quality, including breakfast and the Zinc restaurant.

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10

Scott

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous weekend visit at The Shade! Top notch hospitality and friendly staff. Bar and restaurant are amazing with tasty food and yummy cocktails. Our newly renovated room was very modern, tricked out lighting, smart TV (Apple TV and all the usual apps), and very comfortable bedding. Walk to town, pier and all the restaurants and bars at your doorstep.

10

antoinette

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I did not get my complementary wine. Also the last time I stayed there I had unlimited pomegranate margaritas but was limited to 2. Given the rate I would think free drinks would one a problem. Especially since there always seem to be loud events.

8

Maria

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Our room was clean and the king size bed comfortable. The reading lights above the bed make you hot so I prefer the lights on the side. Staff is friendly and kind. The food served at the hotel is delicious. Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach is at a great location; but it’s the hotel staff that make you feel welcome!

8

Austin

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location but busy, loud and lacks privacy for overnight guests. Food, bar and employees were very good!

8

Stan

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bar and patio areas (seating with small fire pits) we’re really nice; seemed on the pricy side ($500 for a room)

10

Linda

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is one of our most favorite places! Everything about this hotel was perfect. Gustavo was great for breakfast. He helped us with brunch with our nephew and his daughter!! It worked out great. Of course Matty was the best bartender ever. We felt welcome and we had a lot of laughs and fun with him!! Everyone at the front desk was helpful and friendly!!! And the champagne was a very nice touch upon our arrival 😊❤️

10

michael

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything from easy access, greetings by staff, quality of the bar and restaurant, to the room itself. Everything was amazing. The GM Rodolfo was spectacular and personally checked on my experience at the property. This is the only place I will stay in Manhattan Beach in the future.

10

tara

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

great location! staff were so welcoming and helpful. we especially loved the restaurant, zinc located in the hotel!

8

Tyler

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay except the food we ordered wasnt exactly our favorite. Smashburger was a normal burger that tasted like taco meat? I wont get into it all but we for sure would stay again, just eat elsewere.

10

Maria

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

It took us two days to realize that our air conditioning wasn't working; but they fixed it the same day we told them about it. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is wonderful! Location is great and we walked every where; so many restaurants to choose from too but the hotel food is exceptionally good. We will definitely make this our 2nd home when we visit our grandchildren.

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Month	Average price
January	$339
February	$365
March	$380
April	$401
May	$468
June	$578
July	$602
August	$411
September	$351
October	$384
November	$371
December	$390

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $847	15 $1,131	16 $773	17 $508	18 $656	19 $724
20 $620	21	22	23 $784	24	25 $595	26
27 $537	28 $664	29 $614	30 $698

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $539	2	3
4 $394	5 $417	6 $606	7 $606	8 $450	9 $410	10
11 $557	12 $524	13 $557	14 $556	15 $425	16	17
18 $402	19 $459	20 $616	21 $587	22 $649	23	24
25 $404	26 $477	27 $468	28 $532	29 $477	30	31 $548

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Executive Penthouse

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Deluxe Spa West, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Spa Room, 1 King Bed

Plaza View Room, 1 King Bed

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Napa Penthouse

Deluxe Spa Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Courtyard View Room, 1 King Bed

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