Redondo Beach Getaway: Best Western Plus Inn's Unbeatable Ocean Views!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the Redondo Beach Getaway: Best Western Plus Inn's "Unbeatable Ocean Views!" – and trust me, after a few days there, it's hard to shake the sea salt from your soul. This isn't your typical boring travel review. This is the raw, unfiltered, "did I remember to pack my sunglasses?" experience. And SEO? Oh, we'll sprinkle that in like a generous helping of beach sand.
First Impressions: That Ocean, Though (Accessibility First!)
Right off the bat, let's get the important stuff outta the way. Accessibility. They say they've got it. Wheelchair accessible is mentioned, which is a massive plus. Now, I'm not in a wheelchair myself (thank God for my questionable knees!), but I always squint at this stuff. The website claims "Facilities for disabled guests," which, in my experience, can mean anything from ramped access to a single grab bar slapped in a shower. I'd call ahead and grill them about the specifics – things like room layout, door width, and whether that "Pool with view" actually is accessible with a lift or ramp. (Important note: I didn't physically check – more on that later.)
Internet. Oh, the Internet.
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Praise be! And it actually worked. No more desperately clinging to a weak signal while trying to upload those Instagram-worthy sunset pics. They also offer Internet [LAN] if you're some kind of throwback, but let's be honest, who is still plugging in an Ethernet cable, unless they're a gamer (and maybe you can stream there at last, hopefully I can stream my favorite show here). They have Wi-Fi in public areas too.
Cleanliness & Safety: The Post-Pandemic Reality
Okay, let's talk about that elephant in the room: The 'Rona. Thankfully, the Best Western Plus in Redondo Beach seems to be taking things seriously. Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and Rooms sanitized between stays are all listed, which, ya know, is reassuring. Also, Hand sanitizer everywhere you look which is convenient. While I didn't personally witness the maid with a hazmat suit cleaning my room, there were definitely signs of effort (and I'm a total germaphobe, so I would have noticed). The Staff trained in safety protocol, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter (most of the time), all good things. They've got a doctor/nurse on call, and First aid kit, just in case you get a bit too enthusiastic with the beach volleyball.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Fueling the Fun
Right, let's get to the good stuff. What about food? The Breakfast [buffet] was… a breakfast buffet. I've seen better, I've seen worse. They offer Asian breakfast and Western breakfast, so you've got options. There's a Coffee/tea in restaurant - essential in the morning! And, because I can't resist, they have an Asian cuisine in restaurant, and international cuisine in restaurant. The Poolside bar is a must. Picture this: you, a frosty margarita (or three), and the crashing waves of the Pacific…pure bliss. They also have a Restaurants, a Snack bar, and a Coffee shop.
They also offer room service 24 hours a day! This can be a lifesaver when the sun sets and you just want pizza in your pajamas.
Services and Conveniences: What's What?
They had a Concierge. They had a Daily housekeeping. Elevator. Luggage storage. Laundry service (thank god). Cash withdrawal. Currency exchange. Really, all the usual suspects, which is exactly what I wanted. The Front desk [24-hour] meant no panicking if I got back late after an evening of ahem "beachcombing" (ahem).
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: The Golden Ticket
This is where the Redondo Beach Getaway really shines. They have a Swimming pool [outdoor] - a beautiful one, with a view of the ocean. Perfect for a morning dip! They have Massage. The Spa/sauna. The Steamroom. The Fitness center. The Gym/fitness. All of this is perfect for those who want to relax. The Pool with view is just spectacular. Now, I skipped the fancy spa treatments, because, well, I'm a sucker for the beach, but they offer things like a Body scrub and Body wrap, if that's your thing.
Honestly, the real thing to do is to just be. Sit on the balcony, watch the waves, breathe in the salty air. It’s pure therapy.
The Room: My Ocean-View Sanctuary (Mostly)
Okay, let's talk about the room itself. I got a Non-smoking room, because, well, I like breathing. Air conditioning? Check. I had a High floor room (essential for the view!), and I’m pretty sure it had Blackout curtains - perfect for those epic mid-afternoon naps (I have a confession). The Coffee/tea maker was clutch. Complimentary tea and Free bottled water made me feel extra-pampered. The Wi-Fi [free] worked like a charm. They also provide Towels!
But… and there’s always a but, right? The Shower looked a little dated (the pressure wasn’t amazing), and the Mirror could have used a good wipe-down. There was a Refrigerator, but the fridge was surprisingly full for a hotel of this size (I can't complain I got a mini bar).
Getting Around & Parking: The Logistics
Car park [on-site] and Car park [free of charge], what more could you ask for? They have Taxi service available Airport transfer. Valet parking if you're feeling fancy.
The Quirks & Imperfections (Because Let's Be Real)
Look, no place is perfect. There was a slight hiccup with the room service order (they forgot the fries!), but it was quickly rectified. And one morning, the elevator was out of service. You know, the usual. But honestly, these are minor quibbles.
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Ocean Views vs. Reality
Seriously, the "Unbeatable Ocean Views!" tag line? It's accurate. My room was a little slice of heaven: the sun setting, the sound of the waves… I could get used to this. I forgot all about my to-do list, my worries, my… everything, really. The balcony became my official "de-stress zone."
The Verdict: Should You Book? YOU BETTER!
Yes. Absolutely, unequivocally, yes. For the view alone, it's worth it. The Redondo Beach Getaway: Best Western Plus Inn provides the location and amenities. It's not a five-star luxury palace, but it's clean, comfortable, and the location is epic. The staff were friendly and efficient, the food was decent, and the ocean… well, the ocean is magic. So, here's my offer!
Book your escape to the Redondo Beach Getaway: Best Western Plus Inn within the next 7 days and receive a complimentary upgrade to an Ocean View room (subject to availability!) PLUS a voucher for a free cocktail at the poolside bar! Use code "BEACHBLISS" at checkout or mention this review. Don't wait, the waves are calling!
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's perfectly-formatted travel itinerary. This is life, Redondo Beach style, and lemme tell you, it's gonna be… well, let's see.
Destination: Best Western Plus Redondo Beach Inn (and surrounding glorious chaos)
Vibe Check: Expect sun-kissed skin, questionable fashion choices (guilty!), and the overwhelming aroma of salty air mixed with… well, sometimes questionable fast food decisions.
Day 1: Arrival and Initial Panic (aka "WHERE'S THE BEACH?!")
- 1:00 PM - Arrival at LAX (hopefully not delayed by that inevitable LA traffic)
- Okay, so, flight was… fine. Baby screaming the entire time? Classic. Did I bring enough snacks? Doubtful. Already craving a decent coffee. Praying that the Uber driver actually knows where he's going. Navigation, my kryptonite.
- 2:30 PM - Check-in at Best Western Plus. Breathe. (Maybe?)
- First impressions: Clean enough. The pool looks… inviting. (I mean, it is calling my name). The lobby is, dare I say, generic. But hey, the price was right, and did I already mentioned how much I want to sit near the pool?
- Anecdote: Okay, real talk? I spent about five minutes wrestling with the door handle. Turns out, you just… pull. I swear, I'm not usually this inept. Jet lag is a powerful foe.
- Imperfection: Forgot my phone charger. Already calculating how much I'm going to need to spend on a replacement. Sigh.
- 3:00 PM - Beach Reconnaissance Mission! (Finding the Ocean!)
- Gotta find the beach. Must feel the sand between my toes. It's my therapy.
- Stroll down to the Redondo Beach Pier. Holy WOW. The views? Stunning. The crowds? Intense. I swear, I saw more selfie sticks than seagulls.
- Quirky Observation: Are those… rollercoasters? On a pier? This is pure, unadulterated California. I love it already.
- Emotional Reaction: Pure joy. The sound of the waves alone washed away about 80% of my travel stress. Feel the beach!
- 4:00 PM - Food, Glorious Food! (And Maybe Some Regret)
- Tempted by everything.
- Ended up at a "casual seafood shack" (avoiding the fancy places because, priorities). Ordered a fish sandwich and fries. Delicious.
- Emotional Reaction: That fish was divine. I devoured it. No regrets… yet.
- 6:00 PM - Sunset Seeking and Pre-Dinner Drinks
- Finding the best place to watch the sunset. Walking along the beach, the air smells so good. The world feels more alive.
- Imperfection: I tripped on a rogue sandcastle. Mortifying. But at least I had a good laugh about it afterward.
- Rambling: You know, sunsets are the best, aren't they? Like, the sky just explodes with color, and you can't help but feel… something. I'm a sucker for a good sunset.
- Opinionated Language: I think the best sunset views are always by the sea. No contest.
- Drinks and Dinner: drinks with live music. The music was not my vibe. The dinner was decent.
Day 2: Exploring the Area (and My Own Sanity)
- 8:00 AM - Breakfast at the Hotel (Free? Score!)
- Hoping for more than just sad pastries and weak coffee. Still, free is free.
- Imperfection: The coffee was sad. Gonna need to hunt down a proper caffeine fix, pronto.
- 9:00 AM - Coastal Walk or Bike Ride (Weather Dependent)
- If the sun's out, I'm hitting the bike path. If it's not… well, window shopping it is.
- Stream-of-Consciousness: Okay, biking sounds nice, but I'm still a bit sore from yesterday's walk. Hmm… maybe a scooter? No, too much like I'm trying to look cool, and I am not. Also, safety first. Just… walking.
- Emotional Reaction: The ocean breeze! The salty air! The feeling of… being alive! This is why I travel.
- 11:00 AM - Discovery: The Redondo Beach Farmer's Market!
- Smell of fresh produce. Local flavor.
- Doubling Down on a Single Experience: Okay, the farmer's market. This was it. The energy was electric. The colors! The smells! The ridiculously delicious samples of local produce! I bought everything. Strawberries so juicy. Bread so soft. I even got a small bouquet of wildflowers. Feeling great!
- Opinionated Language: If you don't hit a farmer's market in California, you're missing out. Period.
- 1:00 PM - Lunch and Maybe a Nap? (Highly Likely)
- Back at the hotel. My feet hurt.
- Messy Structure Should probably do laundry, but who has the energy? Maybe later. Definitely later.
- 3:00 PM - The Aquarium of the Pacific
- Okay, this might be a bit cheesy, but I am a sucker for aquariums.
- Emotional Reaction: Watching the sea turtles. It makes me want to cry.
- **5:00 PM - Find a nice restaurant for dinner.
- Dinner: Ate at a busy restaurant with a view of the marina.
Day 3: Farewell (and a Promise to Return)
- 8:00 AM - Last Breakfast. Embrace the Sadness.
- Imperfection: Still forgot the charger. Curse you, technological dependence!
- 9:00 AM - Final Beach Stroll and Maybe Some Souvenir Shopping (Stress Buying!)
- Quirky Observation: I'm pretty sure I could live here. Just give me a beach, a sun, and (maybe) a decent coffee shop.
- More Rambling: Thinking about packing. About the stuff I learned. About the things I miss. The things I don't miss. About the next place.
- 11:00 AM - Check Out. Tears? Maybe.
- Emotional Reaction: I am incredibly sad to leave.
- 12:00 PM - Head to LAX. Pray for a smooth flight!
- Anecdote: On the way to the airport I saw a sign that said something like "Don't worry, be happy." Pretty good advice, I thought.
Disclaimer: This itinerary is subject to change based on mood, weather, caffeine levels, and general whimsy. Also, I'm not a trained travel agent. This is just me, being me, in Redondo Beach. Hope you enjoyed the ride!
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Redondo Beach Getaway: Best Western Plus Inn's Unbeatable Ocean Views! - The Unfiltered FAQs
Okay, but REALLY, are those ocean views as good as they claim? Because I've been burned before...
Alright, buckle up, because I'm about to get brutally honest. Yeah, the views? They’re pretty damn good. Like, *really* good. I’m talking "stumbling out of bed, coffee in hand, and having your breath stolen away by the Pacific" good. I’ve seen sunsets there that made me question my life choices… in a good way. Okay, fine, not *all* life choices. Just the ones that involved questionable office romances. The point is, yeah. They’re legit.
Okay, quick story: I went with my wife, she's obsessed with whales (we both are). We got a room on the top floor, and one morning, just as the sun was painting the sky this insane orange, she started screaming. I nearly had a heart attack. Turns out, a whole pod of dolphins was frolicking right in front of the balcony. I’m talking, like, flipper-to-the-air, show-off dolphins. Worth it. Absolutely worth the heart attack.
What's the parking situation like? Because I've heard Redondo Beach can be a NIGHTMARE.
Okay, this is where things get… realistic. Parking in Redondo Beach, in general, is a beast. A concrete-and-ticket-issuing beast. Thankfully, the Best Western Plus does, indeed, offer parking. It's relatively easy to get into because it's right on the main drag. However, it isn’t free. And it's a bit tight.
My advice? Get a smaller car. Or, arrive early, like, super early. Or be prepared to channel your inner zen master. I've had to circle the lot a few times, which, let's be honest, is kind of a bummer when you're already in vacation mode. And if you get there late on a weekend, you could, potentially, be walking a bit. But, hey, ocean views are worth a little stroll, right? Right?!
Is the breakfast any good? Because hotel breakfasts are often… disappointing.
Alright, let's not kid ourselves. Hotel breakfasts are rarely, if ever, gourmet experiences. But I was pleasantly surprised. The Best Western Plus's breakfast? It's… solid. They had the usual suspects: scrambled eggs (sometimes a bit… rubbery, but hey, it's free!), pastries, fruit, cereal. The coffee, thankfully, was decent.
One time , I got there late and all the good pastries were gone. I mean, *all* the good ones! Just some sad, leftover muffins. I wasn't hungry. I mean, I was, but in that "hangry" way because they left me nothing except a dry bagel.
Here’s the real kicker: go for the waffles. Make your own waffles. They're surprisingly good. And you can load them up with fruit and all sorts of fun stuff. That, my friends, is the key to hotel breakfast happiness.
Are there any restaurants/attractions within walking distance? Is this a place for a relaxed getaway?
Absolutely. This is a great spot for a relaxed getaway. Walkable? Yes, indeed! The Redondo Beach Pier is a short walk away. That's where you'll find restaurants, shops, and, of course, more ocean views! You can easily grab a seafood dinner, get ice cream, or just wander around people-watching. And the beach itself? Right there, practically at your doorstep!
One evening, we just grabbed some fish tacos from a place on the pier, sat on a bench, and watched the sunset. It was pure, unadulterated bliss. You know, the kind of bliss that makes you forget about all the bills you have to pay.
However, it’s not *all* walking distance. If you have grand plans for a day trip to Disneyland, you'll need a car, or rideshare.
How's the overall vibe of the hotel? Is it clean? Is it noisy? What about the staff?
Okay, let's be real, this isn't the Four Seasons. But the vibe is generally chill. The staff? Pretty darn friendly. I’ve always found them to be helpful and accommodating, even when I’m being a total tourist-y mess. They seem to understand that people are there to RELAX.
Cleanliness? Yes, it's clean. I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so if I can handle it, you probably can too. The rooms are generally well-maintained.
Noise? Well, it's a hotel by the ocean, so you'll hear some seagulls. They're the local alarm clock. And, sometimes, you might hear people in the hallway, because, you know, people. But it wasn't so bad.
One time, and I'm not proud of it, I accidentally locked myself out of my room at 3 AM, with no phone or wallet. The front desk guy was super nice, didn't even give me the side-eye. He got me a new key, and all was well.
Anything else to consider? Any hidden gems or things people don't usually mention?
Okay, here's the lowdown:
* **Pack layers:** The California coast can be fickle. One minute sunshine, the next… fog.
* **Check for deals:** Best Westerns, in my experience, frequently have good deals. Especially if you book in advance.
* **Book a room with a balcony, if you can afford it:** Trust me on this one. The private balcony is what makes this place. It’s *that* good.
* **Sunset Watch:** Go see the sunsets. I mean it. Seriously. You will not regret it. They're famous for a reason.
* **Don't Expect Perfection:** This isn't a Michelin-starred experience. It's a solid hotel in an awesome location. Manage your expectations, and you'll have a great time!
Okay, spill the tea. What's the biggest downside?
Alright, the biggest downside? It's not a luxury hotel. This is not a place to expect the highest level of service. It's good, it's convenient, and it's got those views. But if you're looking for a spa, a Michelin-star restaurant, and someone to bring you a mimosa every morning, you'll need to look elsewhere.
The other thing, and it's a small thing, is that you might be tempted to stay in your room all day. I mean, whyFind Hotel Now
