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Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach fun, near Santa Monica Pier

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Aerial view
Beach
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Sundeck
Terrace/patio
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel is just steps from Santa Monica Pier, offering a tranquil spot with a coffee shop and garden playground. The property features an American cuisine restaurant, WiFi, tour assistance, and multilingual staff praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Deluxe Classic Queen | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Classic Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Junior Suite 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Junior Suite 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room with 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room with 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Third Street Promenade - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ocean Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Venice Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 8 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Red O Restaurants - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seaside on the Pier - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Motel near Santa Monica Beach
A short walk from Santa Monica Pier, Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Chez Jay, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • A computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 17.50 per night); discounts available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Self parking on site (USD 38.94 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 25 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Chez Jay

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after normal check-in hours can gain access to the property by using the last 4 digits on the credit card used to book the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 35 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 38.94 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 17.50 per night (15 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Ocean Lodge Hotel
Ocean Santa Monica Beach
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel Motel
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel Santa Monica
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel Motel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 38.94 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, this beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Venice Beach is 1.2 mi (2 km) away. Downtown Santa Monica Station is 8 minutes by foot and 17th Street/SMC Station is 25 minutes.

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Reviews

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 863 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 863 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 863 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 863 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 863 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good space for big family on quick trip on a budget. Great location! Fun that the location is used on a tv show and we love the Chez Jay restaurant and bar next door. Funky vintage original style motel across from the beach and pier. Super convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, nice staff, nice and cozy. 5 min. Walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael Camberos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitación muy cómoda, limpia y una muy buena distribución.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a nice boutique hotel close to the beach. The room was clean. However the bedroom was isolated from the air conditioning and got hot. You can hear traffic from the nearby street very clearly in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location and it was perfect for the timing that we were able to get the room I've walked by it many times my whole life but once I was inside I realize why it was always packed I'm curious of what's in sweet 1900
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel loved the king size bed very comfortable. Bathroom was a good size too and had a mini refrigerator.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buena ubicación y excelente servicio
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great spot right by the pier!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Ocean Lodge hotel. It is surprisingly charming for an updated motel building. The location was great and the room was clean and nicely decorated. The one issue we had was the noise level -- I'm guessing because it's an older building, the walls and floors are thin, and we could hear people talking and walking around past midnight. An easy solution would be to provide foam ear plugs in the guest rooms. Other than this, we liked the hotel and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This our first getaway as a couple! The man that i devoted my life to spent the most romantic beautiful weekend together, and your hotel was the perfect setting. I professed my undying love to him💖 Thank you from our hearts!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute room, friendly staff, close to the beech, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to everything in Santa Monica and very close to the beach. Overall quiet despite being on busy road. Public overnight parking is difficult to find super close unless you get there very early. The spots onsite are tight. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Few minutes walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exelente servicio
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaori Matsui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
有名な施設や街に近く便利な割に治安も良くよるも歩ける
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small motel, small rooms but LOCATION near beach and restaurants etc makes the place great for the price. Room was super clean and well stocked, bed comfy, urban area be prepared for common noises. It wasnt too loud. Staff super friendly, water and coffee free. Parking is tight. Pay $38 for space at motel, wait for $17 space next door, pay the meters for 3hrs ata time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is very tight. Small cars only. Very limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place for our stay. Warm, comfy, had everything we needed, staff very accommodating and great location! Thank you, it was just what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was amazing! I stayed here as part of a solo trip I was on, so staying safe was a big concern of mine and this hotel had me feeling very secure while on my own! The staff was also amazing and was super helpful whenever I needed assistance with something! If I'm ever in the area again, I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the parking and noise due to traffic. Constant honking on the horns. Have to expect since it is so close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jintana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place to stay for the first time visitor in Santa Monica area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean room, great location

6/10 Okay

Fei

The hotel is in a good location, walking distance to beach, food and shopping. It is a bit pricy for the property condition though. Also, parking is hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to beach and pier with many places to eat and shop within walking distance. Hotel staff were all very helpful and friendly during our stay. There is parking on site but if you have a full size SUV or truck please be aware that parking spaces are small with not a lot of space to maneuver. We will stay again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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