Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1504 reviews)
1667 Ocean Avenue , Santa Monica , US
+1 310-451-4146

listing image 1
Show all photos
Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near Santa Monica pier/beach
Friendly, helpful staff and management
Many guests reported clean rooms
Good value/affordable price for the location
Basic in-room amenities (fridge, TV, shower)
Cons:
Noise from traffic, nearby bar and construction
Rooms feel dated/old; worn carpets and basic furnishings
No/limited breakfast on-site; coffee machine reported broken
Front desk closed or unattended at times (check-in/out issues)
Small rooms for families; limited space and parking
Neighboring guests smoking/weed smell and nearby unhoused population

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Mixed reports: multiple guests explicitly said rooms were clean, but others reported old carpet, bad odors and cigarette/weed smoke in adjoining rooms.
Service
9.5
Generally praised: staff and management are frequently described as friendly and helpful; a few notable service failures (closed front desk, no one at checkout) reduce consistency but overall service sentiment is very positive.
Location
10
Consistently highlighted as the hotel's strongest point — steps from the Santa Monica pier and beach, excellent for sightseeing and very convenient.
Room Quality
6
Several guests described rooms as dated, basic or tired; some reported small rooms for families, worn furnishings and need for cosmetic maintenance.
Amenities
7
Basic in-room amenities (fridge, safe, large TV, shower) present and generally adequate, but limited property amenities (no provided breakfast in many reports, some broken equipment like the coffee machine).
Value for Money
7.5
Mixed but slightly positive: multiple guests mention very reasonable price and good value for location, while others feel it’s expensive compared with nicer alternatives.
Food and Beverage
6.5
Limited on-site F&B: absence of breakfast was noted several times, coffee machine reported broken; guests generally used nearby restaurants (one recommended Mexican spot).
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall impressions are positive driven by prime location and friendly staff, tempered by noise, dated rooms and occasional front-desk issues — resulting in a favorable but not perfect stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:41

Property Description

Vintage-Style Architecture
Experience a piece of 1950s California beach nostalgia at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel. The vintage-style architecture will transport you back in time while enjoying modern comforts.

Convenient Amenities
From free WiFi in all guest rooms to complimentary tea, coffee, and hot chocolate served all day in the lobby, we ensure your stay is comfortable and convenient. Relax in our cozy rooms equipped with everything you need, including a flat-screen TV, work desk, and ironing facilities.

Ideal Location
Situated just minutes away from Santa Monica Pier and Tongva Park, our hotel provides easy access to popular attractions like the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Whether you're here for leisure or business, Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel is the perfect choice.

Book your stay now at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel and create unforgettable memories by the beach.

Important information:

Please note: Effective January 1st 2025, the parking fee is $33 per night plus 18% city parking tax.

Please note: The property reserves the right to authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note: 100% of the first night's room will be charged 24 hours before arrival date.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1504 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9.5
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 6.5
Overall Experience: 8.9
L
Lukasz • family_with_children • pl
8
Dobra lokalizacja blisko molo Santa Monica
Pros:

Dobra lokalizacja blisko plazy i molo w Santa Monica, miły i pomocny personel , czystość , ok

Cons:

Pokój nie za duży jak na cene , brak kawiarki i mikrofalówki , opłata za parking dość wysoka 38 USD za dzień

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
E
Ekaterina • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Отлично

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
K
KARIMA • family_with_children • fr
6
On paie vraiment emplacement
Pros:

Emplacement
Literie

Cons:

Appartement basique
Pas de micro onde pour ce tarif

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
M
Marcy • couple • us
10
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
J
JOSE ROBERTO • couple • mx
9
Pros:

Ubicacion perfecta cerca de la playa y el parque para andar caminando muchos lugares cerca para comer.

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • family_with_children • us
10
Gladiator.
Pros:

The staff made my stay extraordinary

Cons:

The cleanliness was unmatched

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
J
Jacob • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
X
xu • family_with_children • au
8
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
A
Adrian Alexandru • family_with_children • de
7
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
E
Eszter • extended_group • hu
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
M
MaryAnn • couple • us
10
Regret not staying an extra night
Pros:

It was clean! And in a great location.

Cons:

Very nice staff and just felt clean!

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
J
Jakob • couple • se
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
D
Dowling • family_with_children • se
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
P
Patricia • family_with_children • br
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
L
Luca • extended_group • it
3
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
R
Rainer • solo_traveller • ch
8
Tolles Erlebnis !
Pros:

Echtes USA Feeling - Highway 66 - von 1981

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
A
Amy • couple • gb
10
Fab location for a few nights in Santa Monica!
Pros:

Location was great! Room was perfect for what we needed

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jon • couple • us
8
Pros:

There wasn’t breakfast. When we arrived the man at reception did recommend the nearby Mexican restaurant. It was excellent.

Cons:

No one was at reception when we went to check out-which we thought odd. People in room next to us were smoking weed which was obnoxious. Went to get coffee in reception in the morning and the machine was not working

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
A
Alex • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
A
Andres • solo_traveller • uy
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee