Beachy Casualness: Escaping the Holidays with Hotel MdR

By Kat Thomas

It's that time of year! For better or worse, the tidal wave known as the Holidays has crashed onto our shores. But for those looking to escape from the Ho Ho Ho hubbub perhaps a night of beachy casualness at the Hotel MdR is exactly what the Christmas elves ordered.

Equal parts style, comfort, convenience and service, Hotel MdR has set a new standard for Marina del Rey hotels. Peppered with constantly looping surf movies and doggie bowls for men's best friend in the expansive slider filled lobby this DoubleTree by Hilton in Marian de Rey screams beachy contemporary.

The Hotel MdR has 283 newly updated guest rooms and suites worth of relaxation waiting for its Xmas getaway guests featuring brand new plush beds and lighting. The rooms push forward the agenda of casual sophistication with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, a coffeemaker with Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® brand coffee and tea (and real cream), and a mini-fridge.

The only agenda at Hotel MdR is unwinding. The bed is curated with a Plush Sweet Dreams® mattress by DoubleTree beds and features five jumbo hypo-allergenic pillows. Each room is equipped with a sleek and stylish bathroom, where everywhere you look are smooth flat surfaces. For those looking to exodus with a bubble bath there's a curved shower rod, a hair dryer, and a granite vanity.

Hotel MdR is the perfect gift of fun in a casual setting for anyone wanting to experience the Beach atmosphere without the craziness of Venice or Santa Monica. Hotel MdR is within walking distance of Fisherman's Village, a five minute Uber ride to Venice Beach, and strategically positioned by Loyola Marymount University.

The Hotel MdR is also pet friendly with rooms conveniently located on the first floor, making walks and potty breaks a breeze for man's best friends. Canine comforts include: a welcome treat provided at check-in and a head scratch and paw shake from the general manager.

There a myriad of recreational opportunities, including a heated outdoor pool, a large tub, and a fitness center. Because it's so California, Hotel MdR has 14 bikes onsite that you can rent for $25 per day or $15 for 2 hours. It's a great way to see Venice, Santa Monica, Abbot Kinney and the beach! The hotel provides you with a lock, a helmet, an area map and even a basket to carry your picnic!

As a guest of Hotel MdR, you are eligible to earn Hilton HHonors Points. With Hilton HHonors you are more than a guest. You are a member. From free nights and exclusive benefits at our hotels to unforgettable adventures across the globe, explore all the rewards you can earn as a HHonors member.

So if you're looking for a great place to dodge your family (who you love very very much, just keep reminding yourself of that...) for a night right in your backyard the Hotel MdR will have a warm chocolate chip cookie waiting for you!