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The Ambrose

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Library
Front of property
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Traditional Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional King | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Traditional King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90404

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica College - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Third Street Promenade - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Venice Beach - 17 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 13 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DK's Donuts and Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tartine Santa Monica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪goodboybob Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Ambrose

Eco-certified hotel near Santa Monica Pier
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Ambrose. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An area shuttle, an electric car charging station, and 1 meeting room
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 77 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LED TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Refrigerators, premium channels, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 33.41 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ambrose Hotel
Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica
Ambrose Santa Monica
The Ambrose Hotel
The Ambrose Santa Monica
The Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ambrose pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Ambrose?

Self parking is available for USD 45 per night.

What time is check-in at The Ambrose?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available from noon–2:30 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Ambrose?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Ambrose located?

Located in Mid-City, this eco-certified hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. University of California, Los Angeles is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. 17th Street/SMC Station is 13 minutes by foot and 26th Street/Bergamot Station is 19 minutes.

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The Ambrose Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 808 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 808 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 808 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 808 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 808 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great hotel! Excellent location and very clean and spacious rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel staff was friendly and cordial, the hotel was clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Nice staff, nice gym, large rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We had a really lovely stay at this hotel. The place was really clean and amenities were updated. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Will definitely be returning and recommending to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Loved the car service and the bakery across the street
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10

A lot of issues with the room. Toilet didn't work. Bath faucet didn't work. Shower drain stopped up. I complained and they did fix the issues the next morning, but very inconvenient on the day I arrived. Room service menu limited and stopped at 7 pm every night. No room service Monday. No bar to speak of. Happy Hour was worse than a bad airport lounge. One of the worst hotel experiences in my decades of travel. Definitely NOT worth the money. My first time staying there, but will never go back...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

I always enjoy staying at the Ambrose. It is close to all, property is clean and beds are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

A great hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Monica.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at The Ambrose! The service was impeccable, great perks (coffee, wine, bikes, Tesla…), and our room was great. We definitely hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

great place to stay will be back ! staff was very accommodating and room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great hotel in Santa Monica. Pricey but worth it. Many aspects of a lux hotel in an average location. Room was clean and the staff really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Staff was absolutely delightful! Beautiful clean rooms. A must stay property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Wonderful experience at check in. Great service throughout. Property is in need of a little bit of a refresh in some ways as things look a tiny bit dinged up or fatigued. But overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Always enjoy My stay at the Ambrose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Very friendly staff and incredibly accommodating! Excellent restaurant suggestions and many places to sit comfortably and chat while outside the room. Will absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great stay will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

The hotel doesn’t have a restaurant, you can order a room service and have breakfast near lobby but it’s very limited. Kind of in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Love this hotel! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great stay, great property, great staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Very serene, zen-like and immaculately kept. Will stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great botique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Wonderful!! Did not enjoy the perfume scent in the lobby area but otherwise terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Brandon was extremely welcoming and always made sure that we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Lots of reviews for other properties in the Santa Monica area mentioned un housed people being an issue so I was nervous, but that wasn’t an issue at all. The property was super quiet and peaceful. It’s right across the street from an amazing bakery too. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024