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History of the Venice Beach Cotel Venice Beach, California was the dream of Abbot Kinney a wealthy cigarette manufacturer who wanted to re-create Venice Italy next to the Pacific Ocean. Instead, at the beginning of the 20th century he created a beach-side community complete with canals, cheap hotels, bars and restaurants, theatres and amusements parks that was tagged the “Coney Island of the Pacific”. Many of Abbot Kinney’s original canals still remain in Venice Beach as does the Bohemian spirit that attracted filmmakers ranging from Charlie Chaplin to Dennis Hopper. Orson Welles made films on Windward Ave, just outside the Cotel. Allen Ginsberg and the Beat poets read their work around the corner on the Venice Boardwalk. In the sixties, Jim Morrison wrote songs and formed a band called The Doors” in Venice playing his first gigs on the boardwalk. Today, The Venice Beach Cotel occupies a unique place amongst Los Angeles hostels. Taking up the top floors of the one of old Venice’s most famous landmarks, the St. Mark’s Hotel, the Cotel offers old world hostel charm with hotel standards. Located half a block from Venice Beach and its boardwalk, and within 10 minutes of Los Angeles airport, The Venice Beach Cotel is ideal for long or short term accommodation. There are a choice of private rooms and dorm rooms for between three and six people all with views of the Pacific Ocean. The Venice Beach Cotel’s central location provides easy access to not only the Venice beach but also the local cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, and popular nightlife scene. Also within easy walking distance, along the world famous Venice Boardwalk, is Santa Monica’s stylish shopping district and busy night spots. Come see for yourself and experience the best of Venice Beach
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Cotel Toll Free: 1.888.718.8287 TEL: 1.310.399.7649 Top hostel in Los Angeles that can accommodate any budget. Sunsets and sea breezes are complimentary. Click here for driving directions Click here to make your reservation |
