Santa Monica Independent

"We were very happy with our stay at the hotel. The location is outstanding — truly one of its biggest strengths. It is within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier, the beach, restaurants, and shops, which made our trip much more convenient and enjoyable. The staff was extremely attentive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our entire stay. From check-in to daily interactions, everyone was always helpful and genuinely kind, creating a very pleasant atmosphere. The room was another highlight: spacious, modern, comfortable, and very well maintained. The hotel manages to combine a contemporary style with real comfort, not just aesthetics. Everything felt functional, clean, and thoughtfully designed. As a point of attention, the hotel parking is quite expensive at $65 per night. For longer stays, this can significantly increase the overall cost of the trip. Because of that, we chose to park at a public parking garage located just half a block away, which was a much more reasonable option. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely consider staying here again."

"I loved my stay here! The hotel itself is fantastic, the staff is great, and the rooms are very clean. However, I want to be honest for future travelers: the 'full beach view' photos are a bit misleading. My view was partially obstructed and didn't quite match the pictures online. Everything else was perfect, though!"

"We had a beautiful, wonderful time in a sea view room at the Fairmont. The only thing they could improve upon is all the bars etc closing before 10. It would have been great to be able to order a wine to the room for the evening. The hotel is perfectly located though, and the staff were friendly and helpful. "