Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location and views
Friendly, professional valet and many praised staff members
Good breakfast and lounge food
Spacious rooms (in some cases)
Atmospheric, historic property
Strong overall guest experience for many visitors
Cons:
Outdated rooms, AC issues and inconsistent views
Cleanliness concerns (scuffed/dirty furniture reported)
Noise from private events/bars disrupting sleep
Small, crowded pool and insufficient sunbeds
High valet/parking costs and tipping pressure
Poor handling of serious complaints (food poisoning, reception responsiveness)

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Mixed signals: some praise for housekeeping and overall atmosphere, but multiple mentions of dirty/scuffed furniture and cleanliness issues in rooms.
Service
9.8
Generally very strong service: repeated praise for valet (Melvin & Kris), front desk staff (Mateo) and attentive pool/reception teams; however there are notable exceptions (reception ignored some complaints and handled room-change poorly).
Location
10
Consistently excellent: repeatedly described as ‘great location’, walking distance to beach and Santa Monica Pier, superb views from rooms.
Room Quality
6.5
Several complaints about outdated rooms, no view despite booking ocean view, scuffed furniture and AC not functioning properly — room quality is a clear weak point.
Amenities
8.8
Property and amenities (pool, lounges, meeting spaces) are generally appreciated, though pool is described as small/crowded, not enough sunbeds and some late-night noise from bars/events.
Value for Money
7.7
Mixed/leaning negative: expensive valet fees and complaints about tipping pressure and perceived poor handling of serious issues (e.g., food poisoning) reduce perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Mixed: several positive comments about breakfast, cocktails and lounge food, but a serious negative report of food poisoning and staff response that hurt confidence in F&B safety/handling.
Overall Experience
10
Overall stays are frequently described as enjoyable and recommendable (many guests would stay again), with strong atmosphere and location outweighing negatives for most reviewers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-03 06:17

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Featuring a full-service spa and spacious rooms with modern amenities, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows offers a lavish experience for guests. Enjoy the 42-inch flat-screen TV, marble bathrooms with plush bathrobes, and stunning ocean or garden views from your private balcony.

Recreational Activities

Indulge in the outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center with both indoor and outdoor sections overlooking the ocean. Guests can also explore the area with complimentary bicycles or relax at the spa with rejuvenating massages and whirlpool tub access.

Culinary Delights

Savor the culinary creations at FIG Restaurant, showcasing locally sourced ingredients, or unwind at the lobby lounge and The Bungalow with refreshing drinks and live music. With a prime location near Santa Monica Beach Park and various attractions, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is the perfect retreat for a memorable stay.

Important information:

The daily resort fee includes:

- Internet access
- Bike rentals
- Fitness center access
- Welcome amenities upon check-in for children
- Pet accommodations
- Pool access
- One Exhale Fitness Class per DayGuests 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.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LAX

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 890 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Joost • extended_group • nl
10
Incredible experience
Pros:

Beautiful location, beautiful property

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Alexandru • family_with_children • ro
8
Pros:

Nice people, nice staff

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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monica • couple • br
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Roshanee • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Massimiliano • family_with_children • it
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Hickson • family_with_children • gb
4
Pros:

New public areas like Fig restaurant & Bar were appreciated. Everyting else was rather dated.

Cons:

Room was dated, seems years since last refurbishment - in particular shower and single vanity in a suite which is not per brand standards - we were travelling with 2 adults and a 16 year old - the double double beds were positioned against the walls, in such a way that two persons sleeping on the bed would mean that one would have to climb over the other to get out of bed, we were offered an upgraded suite but had to pay the whole difference. The whole sleeping arrangement was delivered with two robes, two sets of towels so clearly the room is intended for two adults and not three or four as a double double implies.... we dont think it fit for purpose.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Minsuk • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Louai • couple • sa
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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sebastian • family_with_children • ar
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Candice • couple • gb
10
A Gem of greenery and peace.
Pros:

It is an oasis in a busy city. The service was excellent.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Posizione , tutta struttura nel suo complesso, palestra ben attrezzata, piscina, camere spaziose

Cons:

Colazione non compresa e se consumata al ristorante è molto cara.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Bart • family_with_children • nl
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Terry May • couple • us
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Lorena • couple • us
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Darlene • couple • us
10
The greatest hotel, staff, room views and spa experience of my life
Pros:

From check-in all the way through check-out all staff of the hotel were amazing, not one single complaint! Not only were they professional, courteous and friendly, they went above and beyond to assist with any requests or needs. The location was perfect and the view from the room (9th floor 935/937) I have never enjoyed such an amazing view of the California coast. Aida from housekeeping was the best! Prior to end of her shift, she always made sure to knock on door to see if we needed anything for room before she left. I have always traveled to California yearly for my vacations but normally went to Laguna Beach, Newport or Del Mar. After this wonderful experience and most enjoyable stay, the Miramar will now be my new yearly vacation destination. It offers everything anyone could want for rest and relaxation without having to leave the hotel. If you want to go to Beverly Hills for a walk on Rodeo Dr. or to enjoy the finest restaurants, it is only a 20-25 minute drive depending on day and/or time. I have done a lot of traveling in the past 55 years and I must say this was the best hotel, staff and experience I have encountered to date,

Cons:

The only "complaint" I would have to share is I don't mind the need to charge a daily resort fee, however, to add a daily parking fee of $80 per night to the $50 daily resort fee is a little overboard, especially for a 6 night stay. I can appreciate minimum parking capacity and the need to charge, however, a reduced/combined fee of $90-$100 per night (resort & parking) for those who travel by car and are staying over 2 nights should be considered as an incentive/reward for those like myself who book extended stays.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Caterina • couple • it
7
Very disappointed with our stay I would like to express my total disappointment and frustration wit
Cons:

Very disappointed with our stay

I would like to express my total disappointment and frustration with our experience at your hotel.

My husband and I booked a King Deluxe room with ocean view. However, we were given a room on the 4th floor with only a distant and partial view of the ocean, which was not what we had booked or expected.

At check-in, we reminded the gentleman at the reception desk (the bald gentleman with an earring in his left ear) about our reservation and politely explained our concern. Unfortunately, he completely ignored our request and simply told us that this was our room, without making any effort to listen to us or find a solution.

The photos and description on Booking.com clearly show the type of room and the ocean view that are included with this category. This was precisely the reason why we chose and booked this room.

We were extremely disappointed and upset. We paid for a King Deluxe room with an ocean view, and what we received did not match what was presented when we made our reservation.

What made the experience even more disappointing was the lack of attention and willingness to help from the reception staff. We would have appreciated at least an explanation or an attempt to find a solution.

Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling very disappointed and undervalued as guests. We sincerely hope that the hotel will take this feedback seriously and review how room assignments and guest concerns are handled in the future.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Maria Elisa • family_with_children • it
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee