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Santa Monica Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Monica Beach

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Family Room, Multiple Beds
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior
Snack bar

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

Explore the area

Map
2102 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90405
  • Main Street Santa Monica
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Monica College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Santa Monica Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hotel places you in the centre of Santa Monica, within a 30-minute stroll of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and free use of bicycles. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Ocean Park hotel include Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica College - 14 min walk
  • Santa Monica Beach - 16 min walk
  • Santa Monica Pier - 4 min drive
  • Venice Beach - 9 min drive
  • Venice Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 17 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urth Caffé - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Loco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mel's Drive-In - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Santa Monica Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Santa Monica Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Santa Monica Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Santa Monica Hotel offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Please be aware this hotel requires EMV/Chip credit card upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per week
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.75 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Motel Santa Monica
Santa Monica Motel
Santa Monica Motel
Santa Monica Hotel Hotel
Santa Monica Hotel Santa Monica
Santa Monica Hotel Hotel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Santa Monica Hotel?

Santa Monica Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa Monica Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Monica Hotel on 3 Mar 2025 start from AU$246.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Santa Monica Hotel?

Yep, Santa Monica Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Santa Monica Hotel?

Yep, Santa Monica Hotel is a short 16-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and parasailing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santa Monica Hotel?

No, Santa Monica Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Santa Monica Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Santa Monica Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Santa Monica Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 172 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place for the money
Cute and friendly motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dishonest and Unprofessional – A Nightmare Experience I had an absolutely terrible experience with this establishment, and I feel compelled to warn others. This place is not a hotel—it’s a motel situated right beside a highway, with constant noise that makes it impossible to relax. The description online claimed it was a quiet location near the water, which couldn’t be further from the truth. I was in my room for no more than five minutes before deciding it wasn’t acceptable, and that’s when the real issues began. I was assured I could cancel without penalty, but instead, I’ve been charged my original booking cost, a “holding fee for incidentals,” and an additional $400 for no apparent reason. In total, I’ve been charged more than $600 above what I originally agreed to, despite not staying a single night. When I contacted Alisha Richardson, she assured me that I would be refunded everything except the cost of one night. Weeks later, I still haven’t received any refund, and instead, I’ve seen new charges on my credit card that I can’t even begin to explain. To make matters worse, Expedia has been completely useless in helping me resolve this issue. Despite numerous calls and emails, they have taken no responsibility and offered no meaningful assistance. Their lack of accountability has only added to the stress and frustration of dealing with this mess. I now have to cancel my credit card because I genuinely don’t trust this business. The lack of communication and th
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Gennaro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not so good!
Wanted to give us a double bed and not queen bed as reservation stated…after long back and forth tired and angry, we got the queen size bed. Room had ants in the bathroom!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really cute!! I loved the design!! No air which was fine, windows do open slightly and there is a ceiling fan and a stand-up fan. Everything was clean and staff was friendly. Front desk Laura was amazing!! She was friendly and helpful!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorie

Travelled with family
For a quick trip the hotel is fine. Rooms are small, much smaller than depicted. The rooms do not have a traditional coffee maker, fridge or microwave. Extremely basic and much farther to pier that depicted on map.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Armando

A kitch, hip vibe characterizes this former motel property updated into a contemporary place to stay in Santa Monica. The room was very comfortable, the location was great if you’re staying in West LA/beach area. Very easy access to the freeway system.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff, Room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert, Idaho Falls

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. No A/C, so maybe not in mid-summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely just a dressed up motel, not a hotel. The price seemed a bit high for the accommodations, but maybe that's just how California is - we're not from California. The room was very clean and everything was decorated really cute. The parking was a big plus! The mattress was not good. It was loud - as you might expect a motel to be - but we brought a sound machine and slept good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serghio

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived we had to clean the bathroom sink because there were hair shavings in it, having said that for the rest of our stay the room was kept nice and clean. Staff were friendly but knowledge of the area was limited. Not enough storage facikities for clothes in the room. Beds were comfy and bathroom was big. A pleasant 20 minute walk to the beach pier, bars and restaurants. Overall we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Maria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dezaraye

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best sleep I've had in a hotel in a long time. The hotel itself is super cute, super clean. It has character but is minimalist. The bathroom was large and came with a bathtub, not just a shower (I was in room #5 so not sure if this is the case in all rooms). Staff was super friendly, especially at check-out. Typically when I stay in hotels I wake up multiple times at night because the bed is triggering lower-back pain. This was NOT the case at Santa Monica Hotel so sleeping through the night and not waking up stiff and in pain was pretty awesome. If you like a sweet spot with lots of character that reflects the place where you are visiting and that has good beds and friendly staff this is the spot for you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, clean, great decor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Business traveller
This place is on a main drag, with no air conditioning when it’s 105° out
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024