The Pierside Santa Monica

Hotels
8.6 (2624 reviews)
120 Colorado Avenue , Santa Monica , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly Staff
Clean Rooms
Good Amenities
Cons:
High Parking Fees
Limited Breakfast Options
Reported Issues with Bites

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Clean room, but the presence of issues like bites reported by the guest affects the score.
Service
8.95
Friendly staff and accommodating service praised, despite some issues with check-in.
Location
9.19
Excellent location near the beach and pier is frequently mentioned positively.
Room Quality
8.34
Rooms described as clean and comfortable, though there were some check-in delays.
Amenities
8.77
Good amenities including a heated pool and gym, despite some high prices reported.
Value for Money
8.43
Mixed reviews on value due to high parking fees and some amenities being seen as pricey.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Limited options and high prices for food reported, which impacted the perception of value.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall a nice stay with some drawbacks overshadowed by the positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 21:19

Property Description

Prime Location near Santa Monica Beach and Pier

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the heated salt water pool and enjoy beach towels and bathrobes provided in each guest room. Relax with a view of the Pacific Ocean in select rooms equipped with modern comforts like a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

Convenience and Service
Stay fit in the gym, explore local attractions with ease using the tour desk, and benefit from the 24-hour front desk. With Beverly Hills just a short drive away and easy access to LAX, The Pierside Santa Monica offers convenience and luxury for your stay.

Ready to experience beachfront bliss at The Pierside Santa Monica? Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Pets under max weight from 50lbs are allowed at the property upon request. Please contact the property for information on the pet policy.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Sep 7, 2026 until Wed, Oct 7, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LAX

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2624 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.95
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.43
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Andrea • couple • de
8
Sehr gut geführtes Hotel mit Top Lage.
Pros:

Der hohe Service Gedanke der Mitarbeiter und das hohe Problembewusstsein.

Cons:

Der Pool war außer Betrieb.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Steph • couple • gb
9
Fabulous end to our east to west coast road trip
Pros:

Fabulous location, welcoming and helpful staff, gorgeous large and clean room and comfortable bed.

Cons:

Didn’t have its own restaurant and bar abd the cost of valet parking $68 a night

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Yohei • solo_traveller • jp
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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FollowMe1983 • family_with_children • au
10
Great position and friendly staff
Pros:

Great location and the opportunity to rent for free boards, skateboards and beach towels

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Kacper • family_with_children • ae
5
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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YEHUDA • family_with_children • il
10
Pros:

Great hotel, excellent location, very friendly team

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
9
Gorgeous hotel in a perfect location with very friendly staff
Pros:

We loved the location, it was perfect

Cons:

Unfortunately the pool was closed due to renovation so very disappointed to find this out on arrival.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Torsten • couple • de
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Younès • couple • fr
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Dixie • couple • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Celeste • couple • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Katyn • couple • ca
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • fr
10
Superbe adresse pour être proche de l’océan
Pros:

L’emplacement, le personnel très gentil

Cons:

RAS

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Eva Dis • extended_group • is
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Ady • extended_group • gb
9
Brilliant stay in this well positioned hotel
Pros:

Excellent position near Santa Monica pier

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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orietta • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The connecting rooms where you can hear the people on the other side.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Rene • family_with_children • mx
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Mardi • couple • us
10
I would highly recommend this hotel!
Pros:

Helpful staff, comfortable room, restaurant had good food and service.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Juliana • couple • br
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Francisco • solo_traveller • ar
9
Muy buen hotel
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee