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Hotel Shangri La Santa Monica, Santa Monica

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1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Great Family Hotel
By Lawschoolmom, 08/13/06
 
 
 
 
 
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$327 avg. price
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Perched atop a bluff, only steps from the beach, the Hotel Shangri La is located in the heart of Santa Monica and a mere 20 minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport. The hotel is a few steps away from the... More »
Perched atop a bluff, only steps from the beach, the Hotel Shangri La is located in the heart of Santa Monica and a mere 20 minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport. The hotel is a few steps away from the Santa Monica Pier while Beverly Hills mansions and the Walk of Fame are a short drive away.Promising an idyllic haven of rejuvenation, the Hotel Shangri La is an exclusive hideaway that blends a timeless Art Deco, Hollywood allure and Los Angeles history, thus making it an ideal getaway for discerning travelers. From sumptuous breakfasts to late-night grill favorites, the hotel offers an ideal Santa Monica dining experience for all tastes. The gourmet restaurant serves tantalizing dishes in family-style spirit. Watch Los Angeles come to life as you sip your morning coffee at the sidewalk cafe. The stylish rooftop meeting room and outdoor terrace showcase commanding Pacific Ocean views, lending events an exhilarating prestige. Relax in a lush courtyard with elevated pool and cabanas at the end of a exciting day at the Santa Monica Pier.The 71 rooms and suites are lavishly furnished with modern utilities such as flat panel TVs and much more. All the inspiring accommodation units are a stirring personification of art, luxury, and comfort. The amenities include cable TV, bathrobes, private bathrooms, and wireless Internet access.
Amenities: Air Conditioning (In Room), Newspaper (Free), Refrigerator, Telephone, Television (Cable/Satellite), Microwave Oven, Non-Smoking Rooms, In Room Wireless Internet Access, Television, Daily Maid Service... More »
Amenities: Air Conditioning (In Room), Newspaper (Free), Refrigerator, Telephone, Television (Cable/Satellite), Microwave Oven, Non-Smoking Rooms, In Room Wireless Internet Access, Television, Daily Maid Service, In Room Broadband Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Telephone (Voicemail), Kitchen/Kitchenette, Balcony/Terrace
Hotel Details:
  • 55 Rooms / 7 Floors
  • Built in 1939
  • Electronic Key
  • Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service
  • Multi-lingual Staff
  • Car Rental
  • Common Area High speed Access
  • Smoke Alarm in Rooms
  • Photocopy Service
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Concierge Services
  • Common/Public Areas Accessible to Wheelchairs
  • Business Center
  • Parking Area Well Lit
  • Crib/Rollaway Bed
  • Fax (For Guests)
  • Complementary Coffee
  • Common Area Wireless Access
  • ATM/Bank
  • Laundry Room
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant in Hotel
  • Health Club
 
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8 reviews for Hotel Shangri La Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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Great Family Hotel
By Lawschoolmom, 08/13/06
After reading the other reviews and needing to find a reasonably priced hotel in Santa Monica, we went with the Hotel Shangri-La. This turned out to be a great decision for our family. The rooms are large, clean, and have great views of the ocean. There are really no amenities to speak of, so this might not be a great long-term destination, but the location was very close to the beach, the pier, and the Promenade. We walked everywhere we went, and easily caught the bus to Venice Beach one day. The free parking is also awesome. I wouldn't pick this hotel for a romantic getaway, but for a road-trip with kids it was perfect.
 
 
 
 
 
3 of 5 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Everything you need and more - with historic charm!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 07/12/06
We just returned from our stay there and loved it. The art deco building contains much of the original details and charm. The rooms were spotless and the kitchen with its original tile work & cabinets was very nice to have. The continental breakfast and afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the very large outdoor atrium area. The ocean view overlooking Palisades Park is the best and the location puts you in the middle of everything. A car is not needed if you're staying in Santa Monica, but if you do need one, there is underground secure parking and the 10 Freeway & Pacific Coast Highway are seconds away. The staff was also very courteous and helpful. We will definitely stay there again!
 
 
 
 
 
3 of 5 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Art Deco Gem
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 05/10/06
Beautiful architecture and spacious rooms with many original features. Staff helpful and afternoon tea a great tradition. Hope they dont ruin it with promised upgrade with bar, swimming pool and extra rooms. Gym not functioning when we were there but it felt like a relaxing place to stay.
 
 
 
 
 
5 of 7 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
awesome place
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 03/06/06
I loved the fact that I got an awesome rate in a very short amount of time, also it exceeded my expectations. The art deco style brought me back to Miami, where I'm from.
 
 
 
 
 
5 of 6 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
A perfect Shangri-La
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/26/05
A beautiful historic hotel on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica!!! A perfect view with eacy access to the beach and the promenade. The large apartment guest rooms were comfortable. I loved my stay there and look forward to returning next year.
 
 
 
 
 
10 of 13 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
what a find!!!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/23/05
The retro decor was unbelievable!! We Loved it. The one bedroon suites were spacious and the housekeeping immaculate.Would recommend it to friends and families. We were celebrating our 20th anniversary.......
 
 
 
 
 
6 of 9 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Great Experience
By Tigerlil, 06/16/05
I love this hotel. It is located right across from the beach, has kitchenettes, breakfast and teatime treats. The hotel is well within walking distance to shopping, dining of all kinds, movies and all sorts of entertainment at the Promenade. Also on Wed. & Sat. there is a farmer's market right around the corner.
 
 
 
 
 
7 of 9 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Strange
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/10/04
Looks like a good place to stay with an excellent location. But it is a little like an apartment complex. A strange little apartment. So the rooms are huge but weird decorations and uncomforable furnishings. I would look elsewhere.
 
 
 
 
 
4 of 10 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
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