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    Cal Mar Hotel Suites

    3.1 (75 reviews)
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    John V.

    You get what you pay for in West LA. Cal Mar definitely a "budget" spot, but if you're not traveling for business (or you're a heavy sleeper) it might be a decent option for you. Pros: Proximity to the beach, pier, palisades park, etc, while also on "sleepy"/cozy block just steps from a more lively part of town. Heated pool Laundry on site Friendly staff Cons: Feels like an old apartment complex. To say the amenities are "outdated" would be putting it nicely. Incredibly noisy. Aside from the street noise, every step in the room above you is squeaky and loud. When I'm traveling for work, sleep is my #1 priority. I'm not sure how I would have slept here without earbuds and melatonin, which I always travel with because I've been in this situation before. If I didn't have these with me I would have had to change rooms, as sleep would have been impossible. This is certainly not ideal. If you get an upstairs room this is probably not an issue. Aside from the noise, the wifi is too slow to use for work purposes.

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    Dee S.

    Great hotel for a family!!! Excellent location, customer service and very large apartment/room!! Walking distance 2 blocks from the beach!! Yes Santa Monica beach!! Just a few blocks further the pier yes beautiful walk to the pier. Also walking distance from the infamous Santa Monica promenade. We are a family of 6 which includes one teenager and 3 kids and the rooms comfortably accommodates our large family. Is it dated? Yes, the building and decor takes you back a few decades to the threes company era!! I love it!!! Vintage lover ova here!! Nice clean pool, spacious rooms, parking is limited and there are no elevators. Is this place expensive? not for the location. You could pay the same for a nice hotel the size of the bedroom here. Now if you are traveling alone or plus one you may want to stay at the hotels down the street. For a family like us this is perfect, and it comfortably accolades our family. It has a small kitchen, dining area, living area, 1 bath, sofa bed and sofas, and 2 tv's. Rooms come with 1 or 2 beds whatever you request. Free WiFi. We have stayed here a few times and I will continue to stay here. Highly recommend it.

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    Steve M.

    The hotel is in a great location near the beach. The rooms are spacious and gives an apartment feel rather than a hotel feel which is good. The front desk lady was nice and helpful as well.

    2 stars for the front desk staff since they refunded our stay with no issue. We checked in and then checked right back out within the hour. This was due to serious sanitary concerns. We did not feel comfortable staying here especially during covid. On top of the room smelling like some weird must upon walking in, read below for a few top highlights: - couch had mysterious milky white stains all over it - hair dryer hanging in bathroom had a splattering of some mysterious brown/red color - carpet had weird beige-like blotchy stains everywhere - blankets had what appeared to be dried blood spots on them - the bedroom door had a nice indent from when someone punched it - best of all: there was a stack of several crumpled napkins on the bedside table...upon looking closely, we saw that these napkins were from an international airline (see attached photos). It's like housekeeping either didn't even try to clean at all and left them there from the previous guest, OR decided (and this is something my Jewish Romanian dad would do) "these are perfectly good napkins - maybe they'll use them." Either way, equally concerning. -

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    Theresa C.

    I stayed at this hotel for four nights and was so pleased I made the right choice! The rooms are suites, so they have a full kitchen, bathroom, living room and dining area - plenty of space to stretch out and room for your things. Everything was clean and comfortable, and the staff are very friendly. It's also in the IDEAL location - you turn right on 2nd and walk a block and the promenade with shopping and restaurants is right there. You turn left and you hit the ocean, Ocean Drive and the Santa Monica Pier. It's also got a heated pool (I didn't use it in February) but saw people swimming. For the price point, you get a lot for your money. It's great for singles, couples or families.

    Very clean!  Everything you need is at your fingertips.
    Trish M.

    There is a desk, spacious living room, separate dining room, kitchen and separate bedroom. Love that the have 2 tvs. One in the living room and one in the bedroom. There is also a delivery system so you can order room service from nearby restaurants. 3rd street promenade is two blocks away with tons of shopping and dining options available too. The SM pier is about a 20 minute walk away. The suite is very clean and quite comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. They provide everything from a toaster to a microwave, large stove, refrigerator and a coffee pot with ample amounts of coffee, which many hotels no longer provide. This is an older, but super clean and well maintained hotel. We were quite comfortable staying here. Very reasonable prices for SM too.

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    Nice beach hotel. Simple but clean and friendly staff. Easy access to the beaches and downtown!!

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    My husband, toddler, and 5 months old stayed here for 3 nights on Memorial Day weekend…read more We had a great time from the moment we walked in: - the hotel is beautiful and location is everything - the staff is very nice, tries to call you by name to make you feel special, and everything screams quiet luxury - the room was very nice, well decorated and comfortable. The tub is the highlight. One comment would be that when we checked in with Anthony, who was so sweet to our toddler, also kept telling us we were getting upgraded to a very nice room. We got all excited. It was a normal room. The "very nice upgrade" just meant that we were on floor 5. I barely call that an upgrade but ok. - we asked for a crib, and we go a nice crib with a cute little baby soap kit from noodle and boo- very nice touch. And baby robes for the kids- my toddler loved it. My toddler was on a rollaway bed and they were super accommodating about it- great experience on that front. - balconies are tiny and I never saw anyone out when I sat out - pool staff was super nice. It was a chilly weekend and the pool could have been warmer (I couldn't get in, but I really don't like cold water). - the beach chairs are also very nice and we were surprised to find them available - they were extremely pleasant about our friends visiting us every day! - the lobby waiter during the day was almost inexistant. We had to go to the bar to ask for drinks. The woman at night was great. Now for the food...: - coast has a great breakfast, the lemon ricotta pancakes are excellent (though stupid expensive for pancakes) - pico is a good spot for shrimp cocktail and calamari. Hasn't seen shrimps that big in a long time. - overall the food was good everywhere but way overpriced.... The kids menu are ridiculous... hard to justify spending $28 on kids pancakes. That being said, the portions were the same as adult portions... maybe make the portions smaller, and price more accessible? Overall we had a great stay, and while on the expensive side, we agreed we would come back. Nicely done!

    So I used to live across the street at The Stanley before I contracted E.Coli poisoning from a…read moresteak and eggs breakfast on a Sunday morning by myself with my pup. This happened on 7/28/2024. I walked home and within a few hours, I began projectile vomiting, among other things. I definitely know it was the breakfast steak, which I usually never get. I thought it would pass in a few days, no big deal. It did not, and it turned into Sepsis and Pancolitis within a week. I was bleeding internally and by the next Sunday, I called the paramedics to my home because I could not stand up. I almost lost my life. I spent almost 40 days in the hospital over the next 4 months - it's now May 2026 and I still need one surgery that my insurance does not cover. I had every complication under the sun. I lost my home, my new office that I just signed the lease for with an ocean view, my vehicle, my good credit, but most importantly, my good health. I had never been admitted to the hospital before in my life. I am a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, so I lived a very healthy lifestyle, working out frequently, clean diet. I contacted ETC Hotel group, Edward, who owns the Coast Restaurant in Shutters along with Casa Del Mar next door. They had no response for me. I am forced to get a lawyer now. I was supposed to join LAXPD that year. I already finished testing. This has, clearly, been put on hold. Edward was the one who did not get back to me. I emailed corporate and his personal email. Update: June 9, 2026. Hello Elica Y. I am highly offended by your response. Please, no response is better than a lie. There was no comprehensive review. Your insurance company, United, requested information from my lawyers which has not been sent out yet. In fact, according to my bank statements, I dined at your restaurant, Coast, the evening before AND the morning of this incident. Chef Vitorrio would always bring out food for me as we were very friendly and I was a local. Do better. Say nothing.

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    The Ambrose Hotel

    (186 reviews)

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    Very nice hotel next to where I had surgery. It was about a 4 minute walk and 1 minute drive…read more However, we choose to drive to the 5am surgery, which was probably for the best. There's a parking garage under the building, I believe it was $45 additional to park every day. There's a glass water jar in the room but it costs $6. There's an elevator here and wide hallways. Nice bathrobes and long balconies. There's alcohol in the fridge and snacks you can pay for. I didn't really like the shower that much but it was alright. I've been to a lot of hotels with this style. Water pressure was probably a 6/10. Turning the knob for the initial morning shower sucks cause it's cold and you get hit with the cold water before lol. Other than that, this location is prime. Very specious in the building and hallways. Room was standard spacious and it had vaulted ceilings.

    I recently stayed at the Ambrose Hotel while my mother was undergoing surgery at UCLA Santa Monica…read moreMedical Center, and it could not have worked out better for our situation. I needed a place that could comfortably accommodate my dad, my dog, and me while allowing me to shuttle back and forth to the hospital easily. The Ambrose ended up being just about a two-minute drive from the medical center, which made an enormous difference. When my mom had surgery there a few years ago, I stayed closer to the ocean. Even though it was only about a mile and a half away, the traffic made it take 15 minutes each way to get to the hospital. This time, being so close made everything so much easier during a stressful few days when I was going back and forth constantly. The property itself was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. It was also incredibly convenient to have Tartine right across the street for coffee, breakfast, and quick refreshments. There are also plenty of nearby shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and even specialty markets like Erewhon within minutes. Most importantly, the hotel was very accommodating for my dog Grace, which was essential for our stay. All around, it was a wonderful experience, and I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it--especially for anyone who needs to be close to UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

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    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

    (250 reviews)

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    Did a quick stay-cation here for a much needed get away. It's walking distances to the Santa Monica…read morepier/beach, the metro E line, and lots of great restaurants. The only option is valet parking which is steep, but convenient. There are other parking structures nearby; we still opted for valet for peace of mind. Rooms are clean and they offer suites if you want more spacious rooms. Service is incredible: we were able to check in early, borrow beach towels, and have all our questions answered. I only have Hilton Silver status (used to have to travel so much for work that I diamond once a upon a time), but they treated us with more consideration than I've experienced at other hotels when I was a Diamond member. Certainly a splurge stay for me, but between the service and location, I'd come back and recommend it to anyone.

    We really enjoyed our Spring Break stay at this wonderful hotel. Firstly, the staff was really…read morehelpful. The allowed us to check in about 2 hours early. The housekeeping staff was fantastic too. The gentleman who was responsible for our room always asked if we needed anything and if he could provide any assistance in making our stay even better. We stayed in a 1 bedroom suite. The great thing about the suite setup is that the living room with a pull out couch is separated by a door to the bedroom; you could watch TV in one room and not bother the people in the other room. The TVs in each room were oversized and there was a decent sized mini fridge (Target and Trader Joes are just down the street - hello wine and beer!) The walls were thick, as was the main door and hotel noise and street noise was minimal. They have a pool on the 3rd floor that doubles as the covered drop off/entrance area and it was very nice. The breakfast buffet was solid (include made to order eggs), but it was too expensive (approx. $33 per person-tip included.) The best part about our stay were the pillows. Down pillows! The most comfortable pillows I have ever slept on! The beds were solid too. What else? You're a couple of blocks from the Santa Monica Pier and Beach. You're within an 8 minute walk to McDonald's for breakfast (cheaper than the hotel buffet!) and your about a 10 minute walk to the 3rd St Promenade. Our daughter absolutely loved her first trip to the beach and this Hilton property and its staff had a lot to do with that! *Tip 1* Head to Trader Joes to stock up on booze for your room fridge. *Tip 2* They don't have a microwave on property to reheat leftovers or snacks. Plan accordingly.

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    (104 reviews)

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    This hotel is in downtown Santa Monica and right next to the metro rail as well as several shops…read moreand restaurants! The lobby and guest lounge looks immaculate and features a ATM, restaurant, snack pantry, business center, guest lounge with flat screen TVs, wooden shelf with decorative sculptures, artwork and books! Amenities at this hotel include gym, swimming pool, hot tub/jacuzzi, guest laundry, meeting rooms and ice dispenser! In the rooms you get a flat screen smart TV to stream Netflix, work desk with office chair, telephone, refrigerator, coffee maker, lounge chair with tiny round table, coffee maker, refrigerator, safe deposit box, ironing amenities, clothing rack, full length mirror, hair dryer and complimentary toiletries in the bathroom. Only issues here are No microwave in the rooms! $20 Deposit required at check in!

    Nice-ish Courtyard on a very sketchy street. Last night on 5th after walking back from dinner I saw…read moreseveral sketchy characters and a guy smoking meth on a door-stoop feet from the entrance to the hotel. Luckily I was with people or I would not feel safe. Rooms are average. I really don't like the hardwood floors in the rooms. If there was someone above you wearing high heels or loud steppers you can hear everything. The bed wasn't too bad, it was average. There was a nice chaise lounge in my room -- not sure if they have that in every room but it was comfy. The fitness room was pretty good too -- open 24/7 and had a few treadmills, ellipticals and stationary bikes. There were some free weights as well. There is a hot tub and the swimming pool also on the 2nd floor. This is my least favorite Marriott in SaMo, but the location is very close to the promenade, the pier, the train, and tons of other amazing restaurants. Also there is a Target and a Trader Joes right on 5th -- these are major pluses! So if you don't plan to be in the hotel very much the location is great!

    Santa Monica Proper Hotel - Iced oat milk latte from Palma

    Santa Monica Proper Hotel

    (258 reviews)

    $$$

    FABULOUS VIEWS AND CENTRAL LOCATION…read more Trying to find the entrance to the hotel was a bit challenging. Given the actual address is Wilshire, I parked at a meter on that street; the entrance, however is half way down 7th street. The gothic hallways and dim lighting made me feel like I was entering a cool church. I was headed to an event at Calabra, which is on the roof. This place is a bit of a maze, and I never saw an employee here until I made it to the roof. En route to the elevator, I stumbled into a lounge area for the guests, which had a spread of Counter Culture coffee and some little muffins. Once I found the elevator, it took awhile for it to actually arrive. One of the guests, who was there to attend a wedding, mentioned it had been slow the day before, too. Once I reached the roof, I was blown away by the beautiful views and the rooftop pool. Then, I headed to Calabra, to check in for a Story Walk. It was a light and breezy room with all kinds of seating options. Plus, there were plenty of places to sit on the patio. During our walk, which took us seven blocks to Palisades Park with a view of the ocean, I realized what a great location this is for visitors. There are all kinds of restaurant and shopping options nearby, and who doesn't love to see the Pacific If you're adventuresome, you can walk to Santa Monica Pier. After our hour-long walk, a super healthy breakfast buffet was set up in Calabra. Service was prompt and attentive. Fresh fruit platters, a healthy green juice and some kind of oat/date bar properly hit the spot that morning. Overall, I loved the rooftop setting, the dungeon vibe of the common interiors, and the guest lounge. Now, I need to have a Proper stay!

    Recently I had the pleasure of being able to experience this outlandish hotel. Me and my gf were…read moreinvited to a wedding reception here on the rooftop and a time was for sure had! The view was immaculate, and the food was outstanding! After the rooftop closed we went to the lobby to finish the night off . That area was a vibe of its own, tons of swanky seating arrangements that helped end the night perfectly.

    Huntley - More sitting area

    Huntley

    (622 reviews)

    $$$

    The Huntley is cool, beautifully designed, well located and with a very attentive staff…read more HOWEVER they add a $45 "resort fee" regardless of whether you use the murky hot tub and tiny saunas (accessed only by walking through the parking garage) Parking costs another $80 and is pretty much mandatory as it is a busy area. I think the spa fee should kick in when you actually visit the spa, or be included in the quoted room price. The views are gorgeous, north side gets you a view of beach, town and mountains. The room service breakfast is excellent. (Tres leches French toast amazing, ditto for bagel with lox.) King bed room was clean and lovely. Just someone please tell the boss that guests complain about the surprise $$$ and be up front about the extra mandatory fees. Again, the staff is attentive and positive. This is an admin or CEO issue. We won't be back and we won't recommend the Huntley to friends solely due to the above mentioned disappointments.

    My teenage daughter and I had the best getaway here. Everyone was hospitable and lovely,,from the…read moreperson who checked us in to the bellman who assisted with our luggage. We loved our dinner at the Penthouse where again, the service was excellent throughout and the food was delicious. Our room was chic and comfortable, with a great ocean view. The location was perfect, within walking distance of tons. In a town where the pecking order vibe can be strong, the Huntley experience was wonderful and you could tell it's a very well-run spot. It's my second time staying there and I'm sure we will again.

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