The Pierside Santa Monica

Hotels
8.6 (2624 reviews)
120 Colorado Avenue , Los Angeles , us
+1 310-451-0676

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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

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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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Manuela • solo_traveller • ch
10
Beautiful and comfortable room, perfect location. Highly recommended!
Pros:

Beautiful room in a perfect location, loved the services offered and the complimentary water bottle (it's a nice gesture). The hotel is ideally located and very stylish.

Cons:

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2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • family_with_children • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Hotel has thought of everything. The theme of the hotel is excellent. Cleanliness is exceptional. Hotel is unique, fun, has friendly staff and everything you need for your stay. Highly recommend

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Sebastien • family_with_children • fr
10
Super établissement avec bcp de services disponibles !
Pros:

Tout !

Cons:

Rien!

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Giulia • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Andra • family_with_children • ro
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Dagmar • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage. Tolle Zimmer. Frühstück amerikanisch. Kein buffet.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • family_with_children • it
10
In una zona tranquilla e ben servita
Pros:

A due passi dal pier in una zona molto ben servita e sicura. Avevano a disposizione attrezzature da spiaggia e tavole gratis.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tonya • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

We love the location , staff, and room. Thank you

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Elena • extended_group • it
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • family_with_children • de
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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TIPHAINE • couple • fr
9
Court mais bon séjour
Pros:

l’emplacement à deux pas de Santa Monica Beach, l’amabilité du personnel

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Ezgi • couple • tr
8
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Veronica • extended_group • de
10
Top zentrales Hotel direkt am Santa Monica Strand
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • extended_group • fr
9
Pros:

La gentillesse des personnes de l’accueil et de l’hôtel en général. La possibilité d’emprunter des bodyboards et des chaises de plage facilement.
Les chambres sont bien décorées et très propres.

Cons:

La piscine collée à l’autoroute n’est pas très agréable.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Juliane • family_with_children • de
8
Sehr gute Lage mit schönem Design
Pros:

Top Lage
Schönes Design

Cons:

Viel zu wenig Liegen am Pool für alle Leute
Nur Sessel und Stühle , wenn man sich Sonnen möchte sehr unkomfortabel

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Edoardo • couple • it
9
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Carla • couple • it
10
Pros:

Tutto perfetto!! Consigliatissimo

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • family_with_children • be
7
Pros:

Toplocatie. Je kan niet dichter bij de Santa Monica Pier zijn.

Cons:

* kamer werd niet gekuist
* vuilnisbakken staan buiten een verdiep hoger dan het zwembad, dit ruik je soms
* je betaalt vooral de ligging

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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sophie • family_with_children • fr
8
Très agréable séjour
Pros:

Le top est l’emplacement, le prêt gratuit des vélos, surf, ballons, raquettes c’est tellement pratique.

Cons:

Resto un peu chers

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee