The new buzz along Marina del Rey’s unofficial “hospitality lane” (aka Admiralty Way) has been the opening of the Hilton Garden Inn (HGI), and it wasn’t too long before the colorful umbrellas peeping over the freshly painted walls beckoned a visit.
In full disclosure, I had an instant crush on the hotel the moment I wheeled my suitcase through its doors. The lobby exuded a cool vibe. Its welcoming space was decorated with splashes of warm colors and surfing videos that looped on flat-screen TVS – all of which completely energized me. The staff was extremely friendly (I think, they were just as excited for the hotel to be operating as I was to be staying there). Just past the front, was an atrium that resembled a living room with its couches, bookcases, fireplace and tables that guests were using as a casual meeting space or business center (note the free Wi-Fi and natural sunlight from the glass celing). The check-in process and first impression of the hotel put me at ease, and I was loving it.
Read on to learn more about the hotel stay and see some pictures!
