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Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

4 stars
1697 Pacific Ave., Venice, CA 90291

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
76 reviews
Fine hotel, decent location, really nice staff

The hotel was fine. Clean, small restaurant/bar area, staff was excellent. Location was close to... See full review

  • Conquistador
  • Apr 16, 2012
Awesome Hotel!

Great Hotel! The restaurant in the hotel was great as well! You can't beat the location either! It... See full review

  • Cawood
  • Feb 1, 2012
Stylish retreat offers luxury amenities, vibrant Venice Beach culture

This sleek Venice Beach property combines modern comforts with retro-bohemian cool. Delicious California cuisine, an ultra-swank rooftop lounge, and luxury amenities such as iPod sound systems and audio/video media hubs are on offer, while Venice Beach and its vibrant culture are only steps away. Los Angeles International Airport and all major business and leisure destinations are easily accessible via nearby freeways.

Highlights
  • High, an ultra-swank rooftop lounge
  • All rooms with HDTVs and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Steps away from electrifying Venice Beach
Rooms

Bohemian-chic decor gives all rooms a stylish-yet-earthy vibe. Standard rooms come with either a king bed or two queen beds along with private balconies and iPod sound systems. Rooms are furnished with audio/video media hubs, 32-inch flat-screen HDTVs (or 42-inch HDTVs in Premier Ocean View Rooms) and complimentary Wi-Fi. Deluxe two-room suites come with separate sitting, dining and sleeping areas, king beds, queen sleeper sofas, private balconies, 42-inch HDTVs, audio/video media hubs and fireplaces. Partial and full ocean view suites offer all of the above. The exclusive Dogtown Sweet, a spacious loft, features stunning views, a retro-modern circular bed, 52-inch HDTV, custom DJ turntable with vinyl selections and locally inspired "Skateboard Art." This loft also boasts ultra-modern bathrooms with two-person tubs and spacious European-style showers.

Features

Guests are only steps away from the vibrant boardwalk and Venice Beach. The hotel's rooftop lounge, High, serves up spectacular drinks to go with the equally spectacular views. BarLo, a Venice Beach eatery and hangout, serves up a breakfast, brunch and dinner menu of ever-rotating "barn to belly" dishes and drinks that incorporate innovative ingredients, while the art gallery Larry's Loft displays outstanding originals by local artist Larry Bell. A modern fitness center, full-service business facilities, concierge, valet parking (fee applies) and even an L.A. tour service all ensure a satisfying stay.

Transportation
  • Los Angeles International Airport (7 mi/12 km)
  • Long Beach Airport (27 mi/43 km)
  • Bob Hope Airport (26 mi/42 km)
Attractions
  • Venice Beach (2 blocks)
  • Santa Monica Pier & Third Street Promenade (2 mi/3.5 km)
  • Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills (10 mi/16 km)
  • J. Paul Getty Museum (11.5 mi/18.5 km)
  • Los Angeles County Museum of Art (12 mi/19 km)
  • Grauman's Chinese Theatre & Hollywood Walk of Fame (16 mi/26 km)
  • Aquarium of the Pacific (28 mi/46 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • 1,000 square feet of meeting space
Polices & Fees
  • Parking is available for a nightly fee (valet parking only).
  • The Hotel Erwin will be undergoing guestroom and hallway renovations and wireless network improvements starting January 4, 2012 and is expected to finish May 27, 2012.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel Rooms

Premier Ocean View Room
These rooms are equipped with 1 king bed, sitting area and private balcony to enjoy the views. Relax with contemporary furnishings and a 42-inch flat-screen HD TV. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub and iHome docking station. Guests will enjoy the spacious walk in shower and our rain style shower heads. All rooms offer laptop sized safes.
Deluxe King or Two Queen
Large room offering a king bed or two queen beds and views of the eclectic Venice Beach neighborhood surrounding the hotel. All rooms offer a private balcony for you to enjoy. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub on the 32-inch flat-screen HD TV. All rooms offer lap-top sized safes.
Deluxe Partial Ocean View King or Two Queen
Large room offering a king bed or two queen beds and views of the eclectic Venice Beach neighborhood surrounding the hotel. All rooms offer a private balcony for you to enjoy. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub on the 32-inch flat-screen HD TV. All rooms offer lap-top sized safes.
Premier Ocean View King
These rooms are equipped with 1 king bed, sitting area and private balcony to enjoy the views. Relax with contemporary furnishings and a 42-inch flat-screen HD TV. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub and iHome docking station. Guests will enjoy the spacious walk in shower and our rain style shower heads. All rooms offer laptop sized safes.
Deluxe Two Room Suite King with Sofa
These suites offer a view of the eclectic Venice Beach neighborhood surrounding the hotel and include a king bed in the private sleeping area with a queen sofa sleeper in the living area. These 750 sq. ft. suites feature a separate living room, dining room and wet bar. The living area includes a 42-inch HD TV, fireplace and private balcony. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub. All rooms offer lap-top sized safes.
Partial Ocean View Two Room King Suite
These suites offer a partial view of the eclectic Venice Beach boardwalk and ocean, include a king bed in the private sleeping area with a queen sofa sleeper in the living area. These 750 sq. ft. suites feature a separate living room, dining room and wet bar. The living area includes a 42-inch HD TV, fireplace and private balcony. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub. All rooms offer lap-top sized safes.
Full Ocean View Two Room King Suite
These suites offer a full view of the eclectic Venice Beach boardwalk and ocean, include a king bed in the private sleeping area with a queen sofa sleeper in the living area. These 750 sq. ft. suites feature a separate living room, dining room and wet bar. The living area includes a 42-inch HD TV, fireplace and private balcony. Bring your own music or videos to play through the Media Hub. All rooms offer lap-top sized safes.

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Area served
Venice
Nearby airports
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Area description
The Hotel Erwin is located in Venice Beach and on the Boardwalk near Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Strip and Hollywood.

Amenities

  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Hotel Erwin's Larry's Loft meeting room defy the stodgy, bland tradition of corporate hotel conference centers. For those planning an important company retreat, you'll enjoy wireless Internet, catering, access, and 1,000 square feet of gallery-style meeting space. Additional services such as audio/visual equipment simply await your beck and call. With nearby access to LAX and a beautiful rooftop lounge to enjoy cocktails with your group, Hotel Erwin gives you the right balance of energy and relaxation to get the most out of your next meeting in Venice Beach. Meeting and Events Facilities: 1,000 square feet of unique gallery-style meeting space Audio/visual equipment available upon request Wireless Internet Catering available upon request HIGH, open-air lounge for post-event festivities Accessible to freeways for easy access from any Los Angeles area

Dining

HIGH/Bar Lounge
Perched atop the Hotel Erwin overlooking the Pacific Ocean, High is the premiere Venice Beach open-air lounge, where the nightly sunset is the main event. High takes full advantage of its outdoor rooftop location and delivers breathtaking, nearly 360 degree views of the city, from famed Muscle Beach and the Boardwalk below to the Hollywood Sign and Downtown L.A. With an inviting, "no velvet ropes" attitude and a comfortable, contemporary design, tourists and locals alike mingle and enjoy a drink menu of premium handcrafted cocktails, artisan beers, interesting wines and light snacks. Whether you're here to try out a new cocktail, relax with some friends or simply to check out the view, there's no better lounge in Venice Beach than High. Hours Nightly, 5:30pm - late night (Hours are subject to change, please call 310.452.1111 for more information.) Reservation/contact information 1697 Pacific Avenue Los Angeles (Venice Beach), CA 90291 P: 310.452.1111
BarLo Kitchen and Cocktails
BarLo, a Venice Beach eatery and hangout, serves up a breakfast, brunch and dinner menu of ever rotating barn to belly dishes and drinks that incorporate innovative ingredients. Inspired by fresh farmer's market ingredients and with a focus on simplicity, BarLo in Venice Beach, delivers a menu of vibrant flavors while providing a strong communal sense that reflects what Venice Beach is about.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (76)

Ratings and reviews for Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Overall score

4.1 / 5
76 out of 76
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.2
Value:
4.1

92% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Conquistador
Business
Michigan, USA
Apr 16, 2012

Fine hotel, decent location, really nice staff

The hotel was fine. Clean, small restaurant/bar area, staff was excellent. Location was close to water with some views. Walkable to a number of dining possibilities. Overall good, not excellent.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Cawood
Business
Boulder, CO, USA
Feb 1, 2012

Awesome Hotel!

Great Hotel! The restaurant in the hotel was great as well! You can't beat the location either! It does boast that they have complimentary wireless and that isn't really the case. It is 4.95 per user per day.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
MarvInKC
Kansas City, MO, USA
Jan 3, 2012

Nicely located in Venice

The staff was extremely friendly and offered any assistance to make our stay the best. Rooms are small but comfortable and the location was close to everything we wanted.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Intelligentsia Coffee is worth the wait outside. Expertly prepared and delicious.

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Venicechill
New York, NY, USA
Sep 13, 2011

Pacific chillin'

Perfect for beach lovers and driving the Pacific Coast Highway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Venice Canals

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
needs quiet rooms
Orange, California, USA
Sep 7, 2011

good time

Good hotel close to beach. big clean room. staff was friendly, nice relaxing area on roof

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Batista
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Aug 22, 2011

Nice rooftop bar

Overall satisfying. Would love to revisit A bit expensive Hotel should add complimentary parking and breakfast with stay

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Nightlife tip: In Hotel

Ask for Roof Top Bar

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

5
KA
Business
Santa Monica, CA
Aug 8, 2011

Excellent Beachfront Getaway

The service was fantastic, as was the overall aura of the hotel. The beachfront rooftop is perfect for cocktails and the rooms are well maintained and kept impeccably.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Chuck
Business
sydney
Jul 13, 2011

2 nights for business at Erwin

The hotel is in a ver great location close to the beach and the roof top bar is gorgeous and exquisite. Rooms were cool but a bit too 60s Ish for my taste and the room was a bit loud as I could here people outside on the street easily but it mostly stopped by 9pm. Good value boutique hotel but little parking in the area so be prepare to pay $28/ day for valet. Staff were slow and so wad the elevator so better to walk the stairs

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Hama Restaurant for Sushi was pretty good and fun atmosphere just 5 min walk away

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Random Traveler
San Francisco, CA
Jun 16, 2011

Joie de Vivre = Always Satisfyling

Wonderful attention and service from start to finish, the valet, the manager, the room service. Everything I would expect from a Joie de Vivre hotel. I would definitely stay here again, and am looking forward to visiting the rooftop bar next time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

The Tasting Kitchen is a wonderful restaurant that I highly recommend.

Review of Hotel Erwin, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Chuck d
Greenville, SC
May 22, 2011

Great location

Comfortable bed, restaurant had good food and service, all employees were very helpful and courteous. The roof top lounge was hopping. Location was easy walking to beach and shopping.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

C and O Italian restaurant at Pacifica and Washington was great for the money. Fun place with lots of energy.

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