The Belamar sits right in Manhattan Beach, an area that USA Today readers voted as one of California’s ten best beaches. If you’re staying here with your dog, you’re in a genuinely walkable location—the beach is close enough for regular outings without a car ride, and the neighborhood has that relaxed Southern California feel that makes it easy to explore on foot.

The hotel itself is an upscale property with Second Story Restaurant on-site, which serves contemporary California cuisine. It’s the kind of place where you can get a good meal without having to venture far, which matters when you’re traveling with a dog. The hotel explicitly welcomes dogs, so you won’t be dealing with any surprise restrictions or awkward conversations at check-in.

What makes The Belamar’s location particularly useful is the balance it strikes. You’re close enough to Manhattan Beach’s actual sandy areas for walks and some off-leash play if there are designated dog zones, but you’re also positioned to reach other parts of Los Angeles when you want to explore beyond the beach. The Strand, Manhattan Beach’s famous pedestrian path, runs right along the shoreline and gives you miles of walking options with ocean views.

The hotel tends toward the quieter end of the beach community spectrum, which is actually nice if you’re traveling with a dog who might get stressed by heavy crowds. Summer weekends can still get busy, but it’s nothing like some of the more party-focused beach towns further up the coast.

One practical note: because it’s beachfront property in an upscale area, expect pricing to reflect that. It’s not a budget option, but you’re paying for location and the fact that dogs are genuinely accommodated rather than merely tolerated. If you’re planning a beach-focused trip where your dog will spend time in the water and sand, this location makes logistical sense.