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Sea Blue Hotel

2.0 star property

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Beach nearby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 261 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, Sea Blue Hotel is adjacent to Santa Monica Beach and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Santa Monica Pier. This 27-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Original Muscle Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Monica Place - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Third Street Promenade - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 8 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Din Tai Fung - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪PierBurger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wetzel's Pretzels - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sea Blue Hotel

Guests of Sea Blue Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and a terrace. Self parking is offered for USD 38.94 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a vending machine and a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and LCD TVs. Ceiling fans, safes, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 38.94 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 59.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 38.94 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 59.0 per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel California
California Hotel Santa Monica
Hotel California Santa Monica
Sea Blue Hotel Santa Monica
Sea Blue Santa Monica
The Hotel California
Sea Blue Hotel Hotel
Sea Blue Hotel Santa Monica
Sea Blue Hotel Hotel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sea Blue Hotel?

Sea Blue Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Blue Hotel?

As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Blue Hotel on May 31, 2026 start from $235, 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.

What's there to do near Sea Blue Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Santa Monica within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You'll also find Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sea Blue Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 38.94 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does Sea Blue Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Sea Blue Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sea Blue Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Sea Blue Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this waterfront hotel will appreciate amenities such as a walkway to water and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Sea Blue Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sea Blue Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sea Blue Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sea Blue Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sea Blue Hotel for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Sea Blue Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Sea Blue Hotel?

The closest major airport to Sea Blue Hotel is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), which is 15.4 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is located 15.1 mi away (39-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sea Blue Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sea Blue Hotel.

Sea Blue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alex

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location for all fun spots in Santa Monica.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The patio is under renovations, but the view of the ocean from the room made up for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, heater worked great on the cold nights
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'll start with the positive. Location great. Layout of room inside as pictured. Staff friendly. Older building charmingly updated inside. Bathroom very old, dirty (grout lines in shower & on floor dirty & chipping, floor gouged up, shower doesnt ddrain properly while showering/water fills up in tub) no counter space, no fan/vent so got steamed up immediately with showering...window to bathroom looked out to construction war zone with constant workers walking in front of it, as well as back bedroom window. What was supposed to be a back terrace to walk out to was a constant presence of construction workers, often starting drilling at 7am. A constant presence throughout the day of noise & workers immediately on the other side of bedroom door leading out to what was supposed to be the back terrance & instead construction zone. No heat or air units. Just ceiling fans & plug in electric heaters. Blew the fuse once when attempted to use, & one wall the outlets didnt work at all. No coffee maker in room. Had to go to main office every morning for coffee, usually in the rain. We were 1st floor & no soundproofing at all. A ton of noise from upstairs occupants & whenever anyone used the stairs. Workers kept a bright light on all night in the construction zone outside our bedroom & bathroom window. The floor was freezing. Typically heat may not be required, but the weather was 50's & rain the entirety of our stay. No warning on construction taking place. No phone in room to call desk.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Louie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

jodi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bianca, Brooklyn

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jim and Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, cute decor in the rooms. Great value
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Great location clean..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly, and close to the beach. What a great combination!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, wonderful staffs
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

marc

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Florencia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Save yourself the money, time and headache and do not stay here . The lady checking us in upon our arrival was the only best interaction we received during this entire stay. The room is not at all as described. There is no central heating or air condition. It is California however, when the sun goes down, it is freezing. The bathroom is disgusting and the shower is even worse. It was so dirty. There are no microwaves or coffee machines in the unit. You have to go down to the office to get such accommodations.The walls are paper thin and you can hear everything. It says it is “family and pet friendly”, however, it is absolutely not.The parking is way overpriced and terrible. The customer service was the absolute worst that I’ve ever experienced in my entire lifetime. Every interaction with every employee was horrible. We ended up leaving and extending our stay with another hotel further down, it was not until then things turned around for our vacation. The other hotel was super accommodating, way more comfortable and friendly, not to mention way cheaper.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was terribly rude
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The only down side was the parking and the fridge froze everything. Overall I would stay there again tho.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Disliked: Amenities
Walking distance to the pier, beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, HIXTON

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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