Jessica & Tyler
Things To Do
Metlox
Located right outside of the Shade Hotel in the courtyard - Metlox is a unique shopping and dining destination located at the gateway to Downtown Manhattan Beach, California. Metlox boasts a European style town square where upscale shopping and dining offerings intertwine with landscaped courtyards, fountains, a fire sculpture and public art that celebrates the history of the Metlox Pottery manufacturing facility that occupied the site from 1927.
Manhattan Beach Pier
The red-roofed, hexagonal-shaped building at the end makes the Manhattan Beach Pier one of the prettiest piers on the Santa Monica Bay. It's also home to a small but fun aquarium. Not surprisingly, given its good looks and location near Hollywood, the Manhattan Beach Pier has appeared in many films. Its cameos include the scene in "Point Break" where Keanu Reeves buys his surfboard, the final shot of "Falling Down" when Michael Douglas' character is reunited with his family, and in the 2004 film "Starsky and Hutch," Starsky stretches underneath the pier. You'll find the pier at the end of Manhattan Beach Blvd.
The Strand
Many people's favorite Manhattan Beach pleasure is a simple one. Walk down to the beachside sidewalk — commonly called The Strand — and take a stroll. You can walk for miles in either direction and never run out of things to see. North of the pier, you'll walk along the Manhattan Beach waterfront. If you go south, it's about two miles to the Hermosa Beach Pier and downtown Hermosa Beach. When you see the super-mansions along The Strand, it's not hard to believe that Fortune magazine rated Manhattan Beach one of the most expensive coastal towns in America.
Downtown Manhattan Beach
Downtown Manhattan Beach is home to over 150 retailers, including children's, mens', womens', home furnishings, art galleries, and more! Spend for everyone on your list, and yourself, just steps away from the picturesque Manhattan Beach Pier. For a list of retailers, visit this link: https://www.downtownmanhattanbeach.com/shopping/directory
For something touristy - Roundhouse Aquarium
Located at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier, Roundhouse Aquarium promotes the study of the Oceans, tidelands and beaches. The aquarium includes a shark tank, tide pool, touch tank with animals common to Southern California, tanks with Lobsters and baby sharks as well as bright colored, non-native fish and invertebrates. The roundhouse Aquarium is free to the public, Donations are appreciated, During the Summer the aquarium is open from 2PM to 5PM on the weekdays and 10AM -5PM on the weekends.
For some delicious ice cream - Manhattan Beach Creamery
A nostalgic ice cream shop, Manhattan Beach Creamery is located in sunny Southern California just steps up from the Manhattan Beach Pier. Open 10am to 10pm Sunday through Thursday and 10am to 11pm Friday and Saturday. Stop by this locals favorite ice cream shop for a cool dessert!!
For a nice cup of coffee - Le Pain Quotidien
Step right outside into the Metlox. This cafe is located next door to the hotel.
For a quick, healthy but delicious bite to eat - Lemonade
Cafeteria-style chain serving a seasonal comfort-food menu paired with many types of lemonade.
In case you forgot something - Vons
Located two blocks from the hotel, this grocery store has everything you need from snacks to wine to sunscreen.
For something sweet for breakfast - Blue Star Donuts
Minimalist cafe for grab-and-go brioche donuts in grown-up flavors such as blueberry-bourbon-basil.
For some much needed relaxation - Trilogy Day Spa
Trilogy Spa offers luxurious spa treatments and medical spa services and amenities for ultimate relaxation. Whether your looking for the perfect massage, a skin-softening HydraFacial®, face or body MicroNeedling Therapy, or fat freezing and toning CoolSculpting®, customized memberships, treatments and packages are our specialty. Relax on our sunset deck for a personal retreat, romantic getaway for two, or special party with friends. Don’t forget to stop at our boutique full of natural skincare, activewear, gifts and at-home spa goodies.
