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Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

Q: I want to make a reservation, what do I need to do?

A: Call us or send us an email. We will respond immediately with confirmation so you can book via email or phone.

 

Q: Where is Su Casa at Venice Beach located? How far is it from the Beach?

A: Su Casa is located at 431 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach California. We are directly on the beach and you just need to walk out the front of the building and there you are.

 

Q: What time is check in / check out?

A: Check in is at 3pm and check out is at 11 am.

 

Q: Are there personal appliances in the room?

A: Yes, we have a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with stove, refrigerator, blender, coffee maker, toaster, microwave and all utensils. There is also an iron and ironing board, hairdryer. We supply linens and towels.

 

Q: How much are phone calls?

A: Local and toll calls are free and you can make international calls by purchasing a calling card. There is no added surcharge.

 

Q: Do you allow pets?

A: Not in general but please ask when making a reservation.

 

Q: Can you accommodate wheelchairs?

A: No, unfortunately we do not.

 

Q: Do you offer airport transfers?

A: We can arrange transfer for you at an additional cost.

 

Q: Is parking available / How much is parking?

A: Parking spaces are $15 per day. Street parking is free.

 

Q: What credit cards do you accept?

A: Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

 

Q: What are the office/ reception hours?

A: Our office is operational from 8am till 8pm seven days a week.

 

 

 

Q: Is there a restaurant / What are the operating hours?

A: Yes, there is an onsite restaurant “Figtree’s Café” open 8am till 9pm during the summer months and 8am till 6pm during the rest of the year.

 

Q: Is room service available?

A: Yes, just order from the Figtree’s Menu and we will deliver at no extra charge.

 

Q: Can we book at Su Casa for less than a week?

A: Yes, we have daily, weekly and monthly rates.

 

Q: What is there to do in Venice?

A: Recently named one of the "funkiest towns of America", Venice hosts a melting pot of unique and creative diversity. Modeled after Venice, Italy, it is home to canals and colonnades, artists and visionaries, musicians, entertainers, weightlifters, and many others.

Take a walk along
Venice Beach’s famous boardwalk and enjoy the unique street performers, palm readers, shops, vendors, restaurants, playground, bike path and sandy beaches. Catch a glimpse of the famous “Muscle Beach”.

Abbot Kinney Boulevard hosts only the most unique shops ranging from vintage French décor, designer lingerie, and eclectic boutique fashion to fine paper goods, healing books, and the perfect cocktail.

Stop by Studio Van Dyke on Abbot Kinney and see the latest show and newest additions to the one of a kind furnishings collection.


Venice canals (complete with ducks) are home to some of LA's most eclectic residential architecture. See tiny bohemian cottages next to million-dollar ultra-modern houses. If the drapes are open, peek in the windows - that's how close you are to the homes. The canal streets are between Washington Blvd. and Venice Blvd. Take a leisurely stroll along the canals of Venice, as well as other public art and murals on the Venice Self Guided Walking Tour.

Venice Beach Drum Circle is a sort of underground (meaning unstructured, unorganized, by the people for the people) subculture risen from the need to openly express the timelessness of this artist community. Come on down to Southern California's biggest pool party and enjoy the sun, the sand, the surf, the palm trees, the summer breeze, and experience the art, the music, and the soul of the Venice Beach.

The Electric Lodge was conceived and created by Dr. Joel Shapiro,
a performer and physician. After dancing and acting on stage for 14 years (and off for over 30!) he wanted to build a home for fellow artists to work and "paint" their personal and societal joys, angst, confusion, defeats and victories onto the canvas of a stage.

 

Hamilton Press Gallery specializes in the production of hand printed lithographs. Publications by Hamilton Press are usually limited to editions of about twenty. All of the printing is done by Ed Hamilton, Tamarind Master Printer, who has been collaborating with artists to make prints for over thirty years.

 

Q: What is there to do 1 mile south in Marina Del Rey?

A: Whether you've got a few minutes, a few hours, an extra day, or an add-on weekend, Marina del Rey hosts a world of options.—A multitude of water and boating activities, sightseeing, skating, biking, shopping, and much more—within minutes of your hotel room.

Every conceivable type of water sport is offered, from boats and watercraft you pedal, paddle, sail, or drive. To windsurfing, sunbathing, swimming, and surfing. Other aquatic options include boat charters, harbor cruises, whale watching, and ocean fishing.

Bike, skate, walk, or run along a 26-mile coastal path that stretches from Malibu at the northern end, through the marina and south to Palos Verdes. Kid-friendly Mother's Beach, as the name implies, is a must for families.

And for shoppers, Marina Del Rey boasts a wide variety of local boutiques and a select roster of national retailers.

Q: What is there to do 1 mile north in Santa Monica?

A: Santa Monica has a mix of beaches, business and culture all flourishing in the colorful city.

Hit
Santa Monica’s 22 mile long bike trail on the beach. Be sure to stop for one of LA’s most historic landmarks, the Santa Monica Pier.

Visit Santa Monica Farmers Market and sample California's finest in fresh produce and gourmet foods. Open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.

 

Discover an array of over 30 art galleries at the Bergamot Station, home to the Santa Monica Museum of Art.

 

Visit Main Street or Montana Avenue for an eclectic and specialized range of boutiques and dining, including Goods & Soul, Porch, and Waterworks.


Shoppers should also hit the 3rd St. Promenade, a pedestrian only street with mainstream shops, restaurants galore, and street performers entertaining the crowds.

 

Q: What is there to do close by in Southern California?

A: Southern California boasts an ever - expanding list of things to do. Rent a convertible and head to Beverly Hills for shopping, dining and strolling. Glitzy Rodeo Drive is a great place to center your visit, and the surrounding streets are jammed with designer houses, unique boutiques and one-of-a-kind fashions and gifts. You’ll recognize the frequently filmed palm-lined streets, top brand stores, and probably a celebrity or two in the mix.

 

Browse some of the most extensive art collections in the world at The Getty Centre. Take lunch outdoors to overlook the sculpture garden and views of all of LA and the Pacific.

 

West Hollywood is cutting edge and a favorite spot for fashion fanatics. The tiny city is brimming with 200 + design showrooms in the Pacific Design Center, 30 art galleries, upscale eateries and trendy shops. West Hollywood is also the heart of LA’s gay community which boasts energy-filled dance clubs and trendy night spots. Home to world-famous icons like the Sunset Strip and Melrose Avenue.

 

The Museum of Tolerance allows guests to confront closely held beliefs while learning about racism and bigotry. Two main sections include the Tolerance Center which focuses on racism and prejudice in America, and the Holocaust section which chronicles the history of the Holocaust.

 

Hollywood is the birthplace of the business and a prime tourist attraction, epitomizing LA’s dream of glamour and wealth. Today a multitude of historic landmarks, movie palaces and museums pay homage to the magic of it all. Visitors love the sidewalk in front of Grauman’s Chinese Theater, which displays celebrity signatures, hands and footprints. The Hollywood Walk of Fame, with embedded stars of Hollywood icons, adorns both sides of Hollywood Boulevard. Don’t forget to stop by the Hollywood Wax Museum, Hollywood Entertainment Museum, Hollywood Guinness World of Records, and the new Hollywood and Highland entertainment complex which now houses the home of the Academy Awards.

 

Catalina is a favorite playground for Southern Californians and visitors to the area, and fun day trip. Tourists became attracted to the island when it was purchased by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. who built a mansion and casino there in the 1890s. The destination is home to a host of restaurants and shops in the quaint village of Avalon, and there are opportunities for exploring the island's emerald waters with glass bottom boat rides, a semi-submersible undersea tour, flying fish boat trip or a coastal cruise.

 

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