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Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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About the Hotel
1255 20Th Street,
Santa Monica,
California,
United States of America,
90404,
California
The Ambrose Hotel in Santa Monica blends modern comforts with Craftsman-style elegance. Offering a range of rooms equipped with luxury amenities, its commitment to sustainability is noteworthy. Located in a tranquil residential area, it provides easy access to local attractions and beaches.
Location
Located two miles from the iconic Santa Monica Pier, The Ambrose is well-connected to major attractions by bicycle or car. The hotel's Tesla house car service, available for local transportation, adds convenience for guests wishing to explore the area. Easily reachable from LAX, it offers both peaceful retreat and urban accessibility.
Rooms
Guests can choose from a variety of well-appointed rooms, including Studio Double Queen and Traditional King options. Each room features luxury linens, a fully stocked minibar, and a 55-inch flat-screen television. Bathrooms include L'Occitane bath products and plush cotton robes, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Eat & Drink
The Ambrose Hotel offers unique dining opportunities, such as local favorites easily accessible nearby. Notable mentions include Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee for gourmet pastries and restaurants that blend California's fresh ingredients with international flavors. Evenings feature Santa Monica Sips, a tasting event highlighting local brews and wines.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides a variety of leisure amenities, including a fitness center with Peloton bikes and complimentary bikes for exploring Santa Monica. For business needs, several indoor and outdoor spaces are available that can cater to both small meetings and larger events, complete with state-of-the-art technology.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious Comfort
“Our room was incredibly spacious with a stunningly large bathroom that featured both a shower and a tub, making it a perfect retreat after a long day.” view full review
Helpful Assistance
“The services offered were amazing, especially the quick resolution to our noise issue; we were moved to a quieter room without any hassle.” view full review
Lovely Happy Hour
“We thoroughly enjoyed the complimentary happy hour, featuring good local wines and beers, which made our evenings relaxing and enjoyable.” view full review
Easy Parking
“Finding parking was a breeze, especially at night, which made coming and going during our stay very convenient.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Services
Free shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Snack bar
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Live entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
1255 20Th Street,
Santa Monica,
California,
United States of America,
90404,
California
Map view
1255 20Th Street,
Santa Monica,
California,
United States of America,
90404,
California
City landmarks
Harbor
Santa Monica Pier
1.8
mi
Mall
Downtown Santa Monica
1.3
mi
Montana Avenue Montana Ave. and 12th Street
Montana Avenue Branch Library
1.5
mi
Gallery
Revolver Gallery
4200 ft
Gallery
Paint:lab
2900 ft
Amusement Park
Pacific Park
1.8
mi
Beach
Santa Monica State Beach
1.7
mi
Parks
Tongva Park
1.5
mi
1002 22nd St
Gehry House
2600 ft
516 Colorado Ave
Angels Attic Museum
1.5
mi
1002 22nd Street; Santa Monica
Gehry Residence
2600 ft
Gallery
Adamm s Stained Glass Art Glass Gallery
1.3
mi
Store
Co-opportunity
2300 ft
Amusement Park
Douglas Park
3000 ft
Aquarium
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
1.6
mi
Ocean Ave.
Ocean Avenue
1.5
mi
Parks
Virginia Avenue Park
1.1
mi
1855 Main St
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium
1.5
mi
Museums
Santa Monica History Museum
1.0
mi
Libraries
Santa Monica Public Library
1.1
mi
3105 Wilshire Boulevard
Bristol Farms Santa Monica
4500 ft
Parks
Palisades Park
1.6
mi
1440 Harvard St
Children's Nature Institute
3300 ft
Libraries
Montana Ave Branch Library
3500 ft
Parks
Memorial Park
3900 ft
Santa monica beach
L.A.'s Iconic Lifeguard Towers
1.3
mi
Parks
Christine Emerson Reed Park
1.0
mi
Gallery
Peter Fetterman Gallery
4200 ft
Gallery
Craig Krull Gallery
4200 ft
Nearby
Mid-City
1700 ft
Restaurants
Noma
1000 ft
2031 Wilshire Blvd
Chandni Vegetarian Restaurant
900 ft
1909 Wilshire Blvd
Earth Wind & Flour
1600 ft
2222 Wilshire Blvd
O'Briens Irish Pub
1800 ft
2226 Wilshire Blvd
Bread & Porridge
1900 ft
2315 Wilshire Blvd
Hop li Seafood Restaurant
1800 ft
11901 Sta Monica Blvd LOS ANGELES CA.90025 310-268-2463
Snug Harbor
2100 ft
2323 Wilshire Blvd
Bru's Wiffle
2100 ft
2408 Wilshire Blvd
California Chicken Cafe
2200 ft
2401 Wilshire Blvd
Chomp Eatery & Juice
2300 ft
1612 Santa Monica Blvd
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.5
Location
7.9
Service
8.8
Dining
8.1
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 8 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 400 reviews
Tom
United States of America,
May
2024
8.4/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were spacious, quiet, clean, and comfortable, making my getaway truly relaxing. The service exceeded my expectations with the staff always helpful and friendly. The location was excellent, offering great walking possibilities and close proximity to local attractions. The dining experience was good, although the options were a bit limited. The facilities were well-designed and modern, adding to the overall positive experience.
Rooms
9.0
I found the rooms to be very comfortable, clean, and well-maintained.
Service
9.0
The staff was excellent - always smiling and dedicated to making guests happy.
Location
8.0
The location was very good with nice walking possibilities, though there was some noise from the nearby hospital.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, although I wish there were more choices available.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
William
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.2/10
The hotel provides fresh and clean rooms, facing away from the delivery area, which are on the larger side, nicely appointed, and very clean. The service is fantastic and professional, contributing to a lovely getaway experience. The location is in central Santa Monica, California, but being closer to the ocean would have been ideal. The dining offerings are described as opulent European style with a good variety, though expectations for more substantial breakfast options were not fully met.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are fresh, clean, and spacious with plenty of soaps in the bathroom.
Service
9.0
The service was fantastic and delightful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
7.0
The location is central Santa Monica, one block south of Wilshire, offering a well-designed environment.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience pleasantly offers pastries, cereal, oatmeal, and fresh fruit in an opulent European style setting.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides various services like room service, car hire, and tours/ticket assistance.
Alastair
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.4/10
Upon arrival at the back of the hotel, we noticed a unpleasant smell but were relieved to find a controllable thermostat and a convenient mini refrigerator doubling as a mini bar in the room. The service, though marred by the front desk staff's stress, attempted to accommodate during our brief one-night stay. The location, despite the lack of nearby amenities, offered spacious rooms in the heart of Santa Monica. The dining experience exceeded expectations with a variety of delicious options for breakfast.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a mix of positives and negatives, with a bad smell upon entry but redeeming features like a controllable thermostat and a mini refrigerator doubling as a mini bar.
Service
6.0
The service was affected by the front desk staff's overwhelmed state but tried to help despite the challenges.
Location
8.0
The location, though lacking nearby amenities, provided large rooms in a central Santa Monica setting.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was beyond expectations, offering a delightful array of breakfast choices.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities seemed adequate, but with some room for improvement.
Hilary
United Kingdom,
July
2023
9.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were modern, nicely decorated, and had great lighting, including a makeup mirror. Sitting back and relaxing while enjoying the breakfast and wine hour was a fantastic experience, even though my room faced the alley. The service was top-notch with super knowledgeable and helpful staff who were always friendly and welcoming. Despite being in a residential area with no immediate dining options, the hotel still provided easy access to nearby attractions like the Promenade and Santa Monica Pier. The dining experience was phenomenal with Europeanesque offerings and fresh salads. The hotel offers an opulent European style that truly pleases the guests.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were wonderful with great lighting, a makeup mirror, and modern decoration.
Service
10.0
The service was exceptional! The staff was knowledgeable, helpful, and delightful throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location was great, with easy access to nearby attractions like the Promenade and Santa Monica Pier. However, there were limited dining options within walking distance.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was terrific with a variety of high-quality, fresh offerings to enjoy.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
William
United States of America,
July
2023
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at The Ambrose. The rooms were nicely decorated with modern furnishings and a comfortable king-size bed, making it a seriously comfortable place to rest. Additionally, the location was very convenient, with Tartines bakery soon to open across the street, providing easy access to all the happenings in Santa Monica. However, the only downside was having a queen bed instead of a king, but everything else made up for it!
Rooms
9.0
The room was lovely and comfortable with magnificent decor, offering a seriously comfortable experience. The compromise of a queen bed was the only negative point, but overall, the room was excellent.
Service
9.0
The service at The Ambrose was top-notch. The staff was very attentive and helpful throughout our stay, ensuring we had a wonderful time. They were approachable and always ready to assist with any inquiries or needs. I couldn't ask for more!
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a quiet neighborhood of Santa Monica, providing a peaceful retreat while still being close to all the popular attractions such as the Promenade and the Santa Monica Pier. However, the area felt a bit unsafe at times due to the nearby EMS facility, which was a slight downside.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience at The Ambrose was fantastic. The spread offered fresh fruit, cheese, and pastries in the morning, ensuring a delightful start to the day. The quality of the food was excellent, and everything was made from scratch, which I truly appreciated.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at The Ambrose were great, offering various services such as room service, car hire, dry cleaning, and more. Everything was well-maintained and convenient, enhancing the overall experience of my stay.
Bob
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.2/10
The hotel was cozy and quiet, perfectly located, with very nice rooms backing up to the alleyway. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The neighborhood was nice, although there was some noise. The dining experience was super good overall, with fresh sandwiches available. The facilities were convenient and well-maintained, enhancing the stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, roomy, and cozy, providing a quiet retreat.
Service
9.0
The staff was really friendly and accommodating, making the stay pleasant.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect for our needs, in a nice neighborhood, despite some noise.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was super good overall, but could benefit from including some hot dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.
Richard
United States of America,
May
2023
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were spotless and spacious, featuring a beautiful and big bathroom with a wonderful shower and quality Occitane products. The service was extremely helpful and friendly, and the staff was amazingly helpful, obliging, and lovely. The location was excellent for walking around, although there was some noise from the nearby hospital. The dining experience was good with a variety of options for breakfast, and the facilities were top-notch.
Rooms
9.0
My room was spotless, spacious, and the bathroom was fantastic with an amazing shower and premium Occitane products.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and always went above and beyond to assist me with anything I needed, making my stay truly comfortable and enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent, offering easy access to restaurants and attractions, but there was some noise from the nearby hospital at times.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed a good dining experience with a variety of options for breakfast that included pastries, fruits, yogurt, boiled eggs, and juice.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel’s facilities were top-notch, providing a great overall experience during my stay.
Steven
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.6/10
The hotel offers spacious and beautiful rooms with a wonderful shower and upscale Occitane products, though they could be a bit brighter. The service is exceptionally accommodating, friendly, and goes above and beyond in customer care. The location is very convenient, close to the beach and entertainment areas but with expensive parking. The dining options are varied with some healthier choices. The facility maintains a nice outside patio, albeit needing some cleaning, and provides a range of services.
Rooms
8.5
The rooms are spacious, beautiful, and well-appointed with a comfortable bed.
Service
9.0
The service is incredibly helpful, welcoming, and friendly.
Location
8.0
The location is very good, close to the beach and entertainment spots, but parking is expensive.
Dining
7.5
The dining offers a variety of options with some healthier choices available.
Facilities
7.5
The facilities include a nice outside patio and a range of services.
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