many spots advertise “steps to the beach” but this place was truly “steps to the beach”.What a fantastic location just off the Venice boardwalk enough so that you didn’t hear noise all night long but could just hop down there for a brew or a snack or to join the parade! The guidebook was great for finding special places to eat and shop in the free parking was a wonderful perk! We walked or Uber everywhere and just left the car in the safe parking lot. We would have had to park blocks away if not for that. If you want to immerse yourself in Venice Beach scene this is the place to stay!