Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1555 reviews)
1667 Ocean Avenue , Los Angeles , us

listing image 1
Show all photos
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:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cozy room
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor amenities
No food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.13
Electric kettle was very dirty and scaled from inside and some reviews pointed to cleanliness issues.
Service
8.6
Staff were friendly and accommodating, with some exception noted.
Location
9.64
Great locations mentioned multiple times, near the pier and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.09
Cozy rooms but some missed amenities like a suitcase stand.
Amenities
6.62
Amenities are noted as poor, with issues regarding parking and no breakfast.
Value for Money
7.58
Some guests mentioned the price was high relative to the experience.
Food and Beverage
5.63
No complimentary water bottles and no restaurant onsite.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall positive experiences despite several complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:19

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 33 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1555 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.13
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 6.62
Value for Money: 7.58
Food and Beverage: 5.63
Overall Experience: 9.1
R
Robin • extended_group • us
10
We fell in love with its 3 beds, nostalgic quaint and simplicity
Pros:

Loved the cleanliness, cutest decor, and location to the pier. Perk having a choice of snacks and coffee at departure along with car parked so close to room! Very friendly staff!

Cons:

Na

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
H
Heidi Haugli • couple • it
6
Perfect if the price could be halved.
Pros:

Perfect position, staff very professional and helpful, I liked the "old fashion motel" style, but absolutely TOO EXPENSIVE for what was offered.

Cons:

Too expensive. At a price like that I expected at least a modern bathroom, instead with an old bath tub and a really ugly shower, a moquette with a lot of stains, no breakfast, parking very expensive.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
U
Uriel Moro • couple • us
9
Amazing people amazing staff at the front end
Pros:

Was nice location

Cons:

The parking ,

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
J
Jeanette • family_with_children • au
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • couple • ch
8
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
S
stéphanie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L Accueil et gentillesse de la personne qui nous a accueilli et nous a laissé nous garer sur sa place de parking, notre voiture trop haute pour place de l hôtel, emplacement exceptionnel

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
B
Baharak • couple • ca
5
I definitely not recommend it.you can stay in a nice high end hotel for such a price.
Pros:

Only the location was good .

Cons:

The price was so high for such a average motel.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
T
Tonya • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location, very clean, comfortable bed.

Cons:

The only negative was the parking. No good spot for a large vehicle. To be fair, I’m not the best at parking, so I’m sure it would be ok for most people.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
C
Constance • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The location to the pier was perfect. Lovely staff, and they were willing to work with you on parking. Highly recommend.

Cons:

None

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
A
Atayde • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Cuartos mui limpios

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
S
Sharon • couple • us
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
M
Miri • solo_traveller • il
7
Ok but overpriced
Pros:

Room was nicely made up. Felt clean. Staff were nice and helpful.

Cons:

Although one of the cheaper places in the area, still felt overpriced for what it is.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
S
Santi • family_with_children • es
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
T
tonje • solo_traveller • no
8
Super beliggenhet
Pros:

Beliggenhet

Cons:

Ingen oppholdssted for å ha en drink om kvelden

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
S
Serena • couple • it
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
D
Damian • couple • au
4
Very basic
Pros:

Location is great
No other positives.

Cons:

Very basic, older motel claiming to be a hotel

I had scammers from Colombia text me with all the details of my booking asking me to add my card details to a dodgy link (obviously I didn’t do that).
They had all my info - phone number, full name, dates of my stay.
The motel blamed it on Booking.com but I’ve never had this issue before and have used booking.com at least 30 times.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
B
Bruno • couple • it
8
Pros:

Vicino al pontile di Santa Monica. Camera graziosa,parcheggio in struttura, personale gentile e disponibile

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jose Antonio • couple • us
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
M
MelandRusty • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Staff were so friendly, the rooms were clean, the location is A+.

Cons:

The TV was hard to work out, but we weren't in our rooms long so not the biggest deal breaker.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee