This is a very pleasant motel in a great location right on the beach - we used it as a base for 3 days and easy to walk into Santa Monica, Venice, the Pier and you can hire bikes. The room was very clean and comfy - all though stank of weed! There was parking which is a luxury in LA There was no air con which was fine for when we were there in April but the ceiling fan would not be enough in the summer Quite good value for the location and standard of the room and the staff were very helpful We had a sea facing view on the upper floor so had a lovely little table on the deck where you could sit and have a drink

This is only a short walk from Santa Monica pier and is situated so close to the beach. Their parking is extortionate and I am disappointed they are charging over $20 for the night when you can park out the front on a meter for a lot less.

We really loved this place. It’s steps from the beach, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. We just wanted a base to explore without paying too much and we got exactly that. We booked the garden view room with kitchen and it was great to have the kitchen space and seating area. I’d highly recommend this hotel as an alternative to the high end expensive hotels in the area - I’d rather pay less for the hotel and use the money saved to enjoy all that Santa Monica has to offer.

We stayed overnight during a layover in LA. Having read reviews before booking I was apprehensive but need not have been. We arrived late but were met by the reception staff who quickly checked us in to our rooms. It's a small hotel and has a charm about it that is lost in major chain hotels. The rooms look exactly like the pictures on the website and they were clean and surprisingly quiet. The shower had plenty of hot water and the wifi was quick. If you have mobility problems check to see if they have any rooms where the showers that aren't in the bath. We hired their bikes the next morning and rode to Venice beach and the Pier while staff in reception minded our bags. For our short stay the hotel was more than sufficient

We loved staying here. Great location close to the pier and to the beach - everything we wanted to see was within walking distance. We had sea views from our room and courtyard. Staff were friendly and accomodating esp when we requested a late check out we were able to stay an extra 3 hrs for no charge and they held our bags after this while used up some time before heading to the airport. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Will def stay here again.

We stayed here for 2 nights as part of a trip around America. Clean room but tatty. They have a fridge in the room but it is full of drinks that belong to the hotel for sale so you cannot put your own stuff in there. There is a small Carpark at this hotel for which they charge 32 dollars per night first come first served so you cannot be guaranteed a space even if you pay. It is better to park on the meters outside. These are free from 6pm to 9am Mon, Wed and Fri. Make sure you check the day as we got a parking ticket of 20 dollars which is still cheaper than hotel parking. Room keys were electronic and never worked half the time. The walls are so thin you can here everything from upstairs and I mean everything! We have been to Santa Monica before a few years ago but will not be returning as it feels really seedy and rough. The walk to the pier is 15 minutes walk. The pier is busy. There are alot of unlicensed sellers on the pier. I didn't feel comfortable walking around at night.

We stayed for 3 nights and found it nice and friendly. The room was clean but A slight issue whereby the shower could do with a bit more attention. The room looked exactly like the brochure though and the location was ideal. We’d stay again.

This is a nice, clean hotel right by the beach and fairly close to the boardwalk. The thing that really impressed me when we stayed this weekend were the employees. They were so friendly and accommodating. They let us park before checking in so we could enjoy the beach. They offered to let us use the bathroom to change and offered us some water from the cooler. i accidentally broke the towel rack in the room and they immediately called someone out to fix it and apologized for it not being secure. Just wonderful employees who went out of their way to make sure my vacation was smooth and enjoyable. There are beach towels and a little carry bag you can borrow in the room. They rent bikes. There were boogey boards to rent or borrow (not sure which). It's nice to have towels and boogey boards available instead of having to haul that yourself.

We have just spent two nights at this hotel and thought it was great. We were a little nervous due to previous poor reviews but the staff were friendly, room was clean and perfectly nice, the location is amazing. 2 mins to the beach!