Santa Monica Hotel Guide. Independent Hotels in Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Liked the place. Pool closes at 6pm... Great food and more reasonable room service prices.

Very comfortable and if the beach isn't your prime destination, well located.

Had a great time while in town for a baby shower. Breakfast on the veranda was delicious and peaceful as we watched the morning mist over the ocean. The signature suite was roomy, comfortable, clean and suited the two of us wonderfully. We had a view of Santa Monica pier from our suite. The Water Grill Restaurant was next door and the food there is exceptional and you are right on Ocean, right in the life pulse of Santa Monica right near the 3rd Street Promenade, lots of upscale shops and eateries. Great location, great hotel, quiet in the room even though you are in the middle of the action.

Hotel was in a great location and was extremely nice. The hotel bar was pool side which was really nice as well. My only complaint would be that I do not like being forced to valet park and I do not like having to pay an additional fee to do so but there was no other option here. We had no issues with the valet otherwise. Hotel staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms were extremely nice and the view could not be beat. Our beach view room was right above the a taco restaurant which was a bit loud on the balcony but not any more loud then traffic and other activities. We would surely stay here again.

Great customer service--friendly and helpful; beautiful hotel and pool; many nice amenities; I love this hotel!

Fine hotel in excellent location. Only stayed one night but they upgraded us to the penthouse, which was very nice. Hotel has a cool vibe about it. Quaint but with a sense of current cool. The staff were friendly and on top of things. Breakfast was excellent. Would like to spend more time there.

Great Hotel. Fast easy check in and out. Excellent location close to the beach. Rooms were comfortable and nicely decorated. Parking in hotel is pricy but self parking meters right across the street if you prefer. Will definitely stay again.

Joy, at the front desk, was a delight! She even called the room to make sure everything was acceptable. When we checked out, Joy walked us to valet to get our car. Loved the personalized feeling. The hotel was very clean and well maintained. Shopping, eating and the Pier were all within walking distance.

The location of this hotel couldn't be better for the price. It's an old building though, a little smelly, not everything works, no coffee in the room. A continental breakfast included stale muffins and a few other pastries. No croissants or bread items. Staff was very nice and friendly; aimed to please. Parking is by valet, which is fine, but only two attendants working during the day (one past 10 pm) and so wait time for your vehicle can be awhile. I actually would recommend due to convenience of location and price.

When we got there they let us check in early and really appreciate that. But no ac in the room once we got in there.