Shutters On The Beach

Hotels
9.1 (658 reviews)
1 Pico Boulevard , Santa Monica , US
+1 310-458-0030

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Exceptional beachfront location
Warm, welcoming and attentive staff
Strong atmosphere — pool, bar and live music
Well-decorated, comfortable rooms (for size)
Lovely outdoor dining moments and standout dishes
Great sitting areas and beach-orientation
Cons:
High price; perceived poor value for money by several guests
Rooms can be small and some have poor views or street noise
Food and drinks are expensive; some restaurant dishes disappointing
Inconsistent reception service and occasional privacy issues
Gym limited in equipment
Pool area less impressive than photos (per one review)

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
No direct cleanliness complaints in reviews; rooms described as comfortable and well decorated—standard high cleanliness expected for this tier.
Service
9.5
Overall very strong praise for staff being outstanding, welcoming and reactive, though a few notes about mediocre reception service and occasional privacy lapses (staff entering with privacy light on).
Location
9.9
Consistently lauded as perfect—right on the beachfront and close to the pier, described as a unique and ideal Santa Monica location in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.3
Mixed: rooms praised as well decorated and comfortable but several guests called rooms small, cited poor views or a wall facing the room, and noted noise issues from the street.
Amenities
9.3
Pool, bar and beach orientation are highlights and atmosphere is praised (live music, great sitting areas); gym noted as good by some but lacking equipment by at least one guest.
Value for Money
7.9
Multiple comments that the hotel is pricey; some guests felt price was high relative to room size or food cost—value seen as weaker compared with other very strong aspects.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Mixed impressions: several glowing mentions (delicious food, standout lobster roll), but others were disappointed by restaurant quality and found food/drink expensive.
Overall Experience
10
Many enthusiastic endorsements ('a dream destination', 'perfect weekend', 'loved the trip') indicating an exceptional overall stay despite some specific drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:07

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Resort

Oceanfront Dining
Indulge in exquisite culinary experiences at the resort's 2 oceanfront restaurants, offering a range of seasonal cuisine from elegant dining at One Pico to casual bites at Coast.

Relaxation and Leisure
Unwind in style with an outdoor swimming pool, spa, and poolside hot tub. The Living Room provides a perfect setting for afternoon tea, cocktails, and delectable bites with a stunning ocean view.

Elegant Accommodations
Each room at Shutters On The Beach exudes luxury with plush bathrobes, hardwood floors, and modern amenities like an iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms even feature balconies or spa bathtubs for added comfort.

Experience the epitome of beachfront luxury at Shutters On The Beach Santa Monica. Book now for a memorable stay by the ocean.

Important information:

Any cancelations past 16:00 PST on the day before arrival is considered past the 72-hour cancelation period and is subject to additional charges (see Hotel Policies).

The resort fee will include the following amenities:
• Premium high-speed internet access
• Welcome drink
• Daily exercise classes
• Daily one-hour bicycle hire
• Twice daily in-room bottled water service
• House car for transfers within 3 mile radiusGuests 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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LAX

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Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 658 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 10
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Anna • family_with_children • se
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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markus • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Campbell • solo_traveller • gb
10
A dream destination
Pros:

The most beautiful home from home but better, like a dream home, really a very special place. The attention to details to create relaxation, the staff that could not have done more and the gorgeous food and drinks, it was wonderful!

Cons:

It was high end financially but felt very worth it. It was stormy and raining for most of my stay, a rare weather blip, but it still felt extraordinarily special.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • gb
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Aziz • extended_group • kg
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
Beautiful hotel in a great location
Pros:

Everything, beautiful rooks, and great sitting area for the evenings with beautiful fires to relax by. Lovely pool with plenty of beds and location right on the beach was just perfect.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Raphael • couple • ca
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • ae
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • pl
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • gb
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

Love it right on the beachfront

Cons:

The gym didn’t have enough facilities and the shutters were bright in the morning

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Alasdair • couple • gb
10
Not long enough !
Pros:

Location
Vibe
Ambiance

Cons:

Nothing
Love it

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mohit • solo_traveller • ae
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ericka • couple • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Marc-René • family_with_children • de
8
Super Lage, Service durchschnittlich
Pros:

Super Lage, sehr schöne Bar

Cons:

Service an der Rezeption mäßig, Zimmer ziemlich klein

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Rudy • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

La déco est jolie, style beach house en Bois.
La situation devant l’océan et en plein cœur de Santa Monica est top.
Les chambres sont grandes et bien décorés. Nous avions deux chambres communicantes qui donnaient sur une petite terrasse. Par contre nous avions un mur juste en face de nous dons ce n’était pas super clair.

Cons:

L’espace piscine rend moins bien que sur les photos.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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AKHIL • solo_traveller • us
9
Loved the trip
Pros:

The location and the service

Cons:

The food was ok. Also, the price did not seem worth the location

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family_with_children • gb
9
Brilliant staff and well organised hotel in best area of LA
Pros:

Staff outstanding and so welcoming. Great atmosphere and loved the live music at night in bar area

Cons:

Food and drink so expensive and same level prices as Dubai. Staff still enter your room when privacy light is on

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • family_with_children • pe
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee