first time in LA so we couldn't compare to any other places. The accommodation was clean. it was a 50 minute walk to Santa Monica, which we didn't mind because we like walking, 15 minutes to the beach, and enough things around to keep us occupied. We hired a car, which was liberating, you would need to Uber/Taxi or drive to places outside of Venice Beach and Marina Del Ray. Host was responsive and helpful. we were comfortable and safe. a good first experience in LA>