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XP with The Knot: Visiting LA in November
DH and I will be in the Los Angeles area Nov. 5 - 8 to see the Breeder's Cup at Santa Anita. All of the hotels around the race track are booked (Arcadia, Pasadena, Monrovia). Frankly, I wouldn't mind not staying out there but instead in a more interesting area of LA and then driving to the race track as needed (we'll have a rental car).
I've been to LA and stayed right in Hollywood. DH was there years ago so doesn't really remember it. I would love to see some sites in LA while we're there in between horse racing (like I haven't seen Venice Beach or any of the coast).
Is there a hotel or a neighborhood you'd recommend for us to stay in?
I'm all about local or unique places or BBs vs. just another Hampton Inn. This week long trip which includes a stint in Vegas and then back to LA Nov. 11 - 13 for opening day at Hollwood Park (I think we're staying in Newport Beach then) is for our one year anniversary. Funny how it is all tied to horseracing!? 
I would so appreciate any ideas. Thanks so much!
Re: XP with The Knot: Visiting LA in November
If you can get a decent rate, stay at SHADE in Manhattan Beach. You can walk throughout town so you don't have to worry about beach parking. It's a cute town- lots of good shopping and eating.
If the price is too high, the Belamar in Manhattan Beach is an option. It's on a busy main street which would be a drawback.
If you follow Travelzoo, there's often great prices in Beverly Hills. A few favorites that offer good rates include The Crescent (right now TZ has it at 119 for certain night). I really like Maison 140 in BH.