The Pierside Santa Monica

Hotels
8.4 (2524 reviews)
120 Colorado Avenue , Santa Monica , 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:
Excellent location near Santa Monica Pier and beach
Friendly and helpful staff
Clean, well-decorated rooms
Beach gear available (body boards, chairs, umbrellas)
Good on-site restaurant/bar mentioned by several guests
Cons:
Swimming pool closed for renovation (frequent complaint)
Expensive parking/valet fees
Occasional noise (street/nightlife, connecting rooms)
Some comments about uncomfortable beds, pillows or low shower pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Rooms repeatedly described as clean and housekeeping visited daily; overall positive cleanliness sentiment.
Service
8.6
Staff frequently described as friendly and helpful, with a few mentions of less-helpful interactions; generally strong service.
Location
9.6
Consistently praised as excellent — very close to the pier, beach, restaurants and shops; strongest positive theme.
Room Quality
8
Rooms described as spacious, nicely decorated and comfortable by many, but several comments about uncomfortable beds, pillows, shower pressure and noise/connectivity issues.
Amenities
7.6
Good beach-related amenities (body boards, chairs, towels) noted, but repeated negative feedback about the pool being closed for renovation lowered this score.
Value for Money
7.8
Guests found it good value for the area overall, but complaints about expensive parking/valet fees and occasional comments about price tempered the score.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Restaurant and bar received some praise for good food and service, though a few mentions of indifferent wait staff; overall slightly positive.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall very positive stays driven by location and friendly staff, tempered by amenity interruptions (pool) and occasional room/parking issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:01

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

8.4
Based on 2524 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Samuel • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Rodolpho • solo_traveller • br
10
Localização perfeita
Pros:

Muito Bom quarto, limpeza, localização, restaurante etc.

Cons:

Tudo otimo

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Gardiner • family_with_children • za
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • co
8
Pros:

La ubicación y la habitación

Cons:

El personal fue poco amable y colaborador

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • sk
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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María • extended_group • es
8
Pros:

Localización

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • us
8
Excellent stay, loved the location next to nearly anything and everything.
Pros:

We enjoyed the upgrade the reception desk gave us for a better view of the ocean for our honeymoon. The room itself was clean, tidy, and sweetly decorated. The hotel is also just a short walk away from pier which we enjoyed.

Cons:

We disliked that the pool was not open (closed for renovations) at the time we went, which we understood but were still disappointed by. We also disliked the... odd gathering of people below at strange hours to make a fuss. It was entertaining for a little while, but eventually we wanted to sleep.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Dorothy • couple • nz
8
Very cool place to stay
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

The location however also meant it was pretty noisy one night.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • nz
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Vallee • extended_group • ca
9
Vraiment agréable!
Pros:

Son emplacement et le prêt de chaises et autres articles pour la plage 🏖️

Cons:

Lits pas confortables

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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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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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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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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Torsten • couple • de
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Younès • couple • fr
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee