The Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Ry, Santa MonicaThe Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Ry in Santa Monica, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 21 of 47 hotels we score in Santa Monica. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.2 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.8, Agoda 3.3. Rooms from about $447 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Ry is a five-star hotel situated on a large recreational marina in Marina del Rey, California. It features 304 guest rooms and suites, many of which include private balconies with views of the water. The property is suited to travellers seeking waterfront access near Venice Beach and Santa Monica. Facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, a full-service spa, a gym, and tennis courts. The hotel also operates under mandatory eco-rules regarding room cleaning. While the location offers significant maritime views, some guests may find the noise levels high. On-site dining includes a restaurant and room service options.What stands out

Waterfront marina location

Pet friendly policy

On-site spa and tennis courts

Private balconies with views

Watch out for

High noise levels

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