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About the Hotel

1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, California, United States of America, 90401

Shore Hotel offers eco-friendly, modern accommodations with ocean views and direct access to Santa Monica's vibrant attractions. This 4-star Santa Monica hotel features a solar-heated pool, fitness center, and on-site dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

The Shore Hotel boasts a variety of sustainable room options including King Ocean View Grand Rooms with private balconies, and spacious Partial Ocean View Superior Rooms, making it suitable for families and couples alike. All accommodations feature high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and eco-friendly amenities that enhance guest comfort.

Dining & Nearby Options

On-site dining includes a casual restaurant serving Southern California fusion cuisine with options for healthy and creative meals. Notable nearby restaurants include Ivy at the Shore and True Food Kitchen, both within a short walk from the hotel.

Leisure & Fitness

Guests can enjoy leisurely activities at the solar-heated pool or utilize beach cruisers available for rent to explore the iconic Santa Monica Pier and nearby attractions. Additionally, the hotel has a state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with various workout machines.

Business & Event Services

With a variety of flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, Shore Hotel accommodates meetings and special occasions by the beach. The hotel's Business Center ensures all necessary support for guests' work-related needs.

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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

Grand King Room

Max:

2 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Ocean view

Balcony

Air conditioning

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Guest Room

Max:

4 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Partial View

Shower

Balcony

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Ocean view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Center

Santa Monica 8.6 mi

Airports

Los Angeles International (LAX) 8.9 mi

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) 22.9 mi

Train

Wilshire / Western (LACMTA station) 12.2 mi

Metro stations

Hollywood/Highland 10.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely Ocean View!

“The room was incredibly well-appointed with a balcony that offered a stunning view of the ocean, making for a perfect place to relax.” view full review

Fun Bike Rentals

“I enjoyed the on-site bike rentals, which allowed me to explore the area. It was a great surprise to discover they were included in the destination fee.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room was spacious and clean, providing a comfortable living area that made my stay feel much more enjoyable.” view full review

Immaculate Cleanliness

“The bathroom was spotless, which greatly enhanced my experience and ensured I felt relaxed during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Garden area
Jacuzzi

Room features

Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, California, United States of America, 90401

Map view

1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, California, United States of America, 90401

City landmarks

Amusement Park

Pacific Park

2100 ft

516 Colorado Ave

Angels Attic Museum

2400 ft

Parks

Palisades Park

2200 ft

Ocean Ave.

Ocean Avenue

2200 ft

1855 Main St

Santa Monica Civic Auditorium

2800 ft

Gallery

Adamm s Stained Glass Art Glass Gallery

4100 ft

2000 Ocean Ave

Crescent Bay Park

3400 ft

Museums

Santa Monica History Museum

2600 ft

Libraries

Santa Monica Public Library

3200 ft

Montana Avenue Montana Ave. and 12th Street

Montana Avenue Branch Library

1.5 mi

Parks

Hotchkiss Park

4200 ft

Nearby

Harbor

Santa Monica Pier

1000 ft

Mall

Downtown Santa Monica

2000 ft

Beach

Santa Monica State Beach

500 ft

Aquarium

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium

1100 ft

Parks

Tongva Park

800 ft

200 Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Looff Hippodrome

900 ft

Ocean & Colorado Ave

Santa Monica Yacht Harbor Sign

500 ft

1450 Ocean Ave Santa Monica

Camera Obscura

400 ft

Santa monica beach

L.A.'s Iconic Lifeguard Towers

900 ft

1685 Main St

City Hall

1400 ft

Gym

Bryan Kest's Power Yoga

900 ft

Mall

Santa Monica Place

800 ft

1422 2nd Street

Hot 8 Yoga

800 ft

Beach

Original Muscle Beach

2200 ft

Parks

International Chess Park

1900 ft

330 Santa Monica Pier

Route 66 End of the Trail

1200 ft

1624 Ocean Front Walk

Santa Monica Pier Carousel

900 ft

Ocean Front Walk

Chess Park

1200 ft

Garden

Ken Genser Square

2200 ft

Restaurants

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co

1500 ft

100 Universal City Plaza Universal CityWalk Hollywood

Blue Plate Taco

100 ft

1515 Ocean Ave Shore Hotel

True Food Kitchen

1000 ft

395 Santa Monica Pl Ste 172 Suite 172

RED O Mexican Cusine

300 ft

1541 Ocean Ave Suite 120

Air Food

500 ft

109 Broadway

The Yard

600 ft

119 Broadway

The Craftsman Bar and Kitchen

600 ft

119 Broadway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Overpriced dining

Room not made up during the day

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

8.9

Service

8.3

Dining

6.6

Owen

United States of America, March 2024

8.6/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location; it's so close to everything in Santa Monica. The rooms are spacious and cozy, and the staff is absolutely lovely, always ready to help. On the downside, the dining options were limited, but the pool area was a great spot to relax. The value for money is fair, although there are extra charges for Wi-Fi.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and cozy.

Service

9.0

The staff is absolutely lovely, always ready to help.

Location

10.0

I wish I could have stayed longer; the location couldn't be better, close to everything in Santa Monica.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was a great spot to relax.

Michael

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were comfortable and trendy, and I really appreciated the privacy screen in the see-through shower. The service was top-notch, with lovely touches like Oreo cookies and a birthday treat. The location couldn't have been better, just steps from the beach and a great shopping area. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with overpriced and inedible options.

Rooms

9.0

The room was both comfortable and trendy.

Service

9.0

The service was customer-focused and exceptional.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, with the ocean and pier right across the road.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was overpriced and inedible.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and convenient.

Great location

Overpriced dining

Andy

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The location was fantastic, offering easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. However, the dining options were limited, which was a downside. Overall, a great experience with excellent service and a prime setting.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and tidy, providing a cozy retreat. Although there was a resort fee, my room had a tiny balcony with a side view of the water, accompanied by a lovely gesture of champagne and an upgrade to the luxurious King Premier suite.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with the staff always going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay.

Location

9.0

The location couldn't be better, just a stone's throw away from the beach and a short walk to popular spots like the 3rd Street shopping area. However, crossing a busy road to get to the beach was a minor inconvenience.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory, offering a variety of choices right within the hotel. However, the overall experience did not seem worth the money spent.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and catered to various needs, making the stay convenient and enjoyable.

Amy

United States of America, October 2023

8.2/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel, nestled in a prime location right by the Santa Monica shore. The rooms were average but incredibly clean, offering comfortable beds with soft bedding. The service was exceptional, with a friendly staff always ready to assist. The location couldn't have been better for exploring Santa Monica and beyond, though more suitable for a younger crowd. The dining experience, while good, had room for improvement with limited options. Overall, a great value for money in a perfect spot for food and nightlife.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a peaceful retreat away from the pier's hustle and bustle.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with a terrific team willing to go the extra mile to help guests like us.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was unbeatable, steps away from the iconic pier and surrounded by great dining options.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good, especially with the fabulous service provided by Gabriella.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities, including the 'The Pantry' for indulgent pastries, were convenient and satisfying.

Dave

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were great, clean, and new, with a wonderful shower. However, the windows were stuffy when closed, even with the air-conditioning on. The service was incredibly helpful and friendly, making my 6-night stay enjoyable. The location was convenient for reaching the pier and walking around, but it was congested with street vendors and noisy street performers. The dining options were good, with smoothie and juice choices, although breakfast service had room for improvement. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The room was great, clean, new, with a wonderful shower. The garden view was very cute and nice to look out onto in the evening.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly helpful and friendly throughout my stay.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient for reaching the pier and walking around, but it was congested with street vendors and noisy street performers.

Dining

7.0

The dining was good with smoothie and juice options, but breakfast service needed improvement.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good overall, with a small poolside restaurant available.

Alan

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were on the smaller side for the price but were super clean with very nice bedding, linens, and toiletries. I enjoyed the views of the ocean and Santa Monica Pier from my room and the lovely little balcony was a nice touch. However, the size of the room was a bit of a downside.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were super clean with very nice bedding, linens, and toiletries. I loved the views of the ocean and Santa Monica Pier and the lovely little balcony.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit of a mix. On one hand, they would find us wherever we happened to be, bringing food and drinks with a happy, easy demeanor. On the other hand, there were some inexperienced staff members who seemed to have had too much screen time, affecting their creativity. Overall, the service was welcoming and the room was very clean.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent as it was close to the Pier, shopping, and restaurants. I could easily walk to the third street promenade, Santa Monica beach, and the Santa Monica Pier within minutes. However, some soundproofing from outside noise would have been appreciated.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall. The hotel offered a much better dining experience than I would have imagined. I particularly enjoyed the Green Room dining options, though I wish there had been a breakfast buffet available.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a variety of facilities such as room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, shops, laundry, valet parking, welcome drink, tours assistance, and happy hour. The hotel had everything I needed during my stay.

Pat

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offers a clever room feature with a door bell and buttons to choose room preferences, though this is not available in this room category. The rooms are well presented, but the pricing leans towards the expensive side.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the idea of having a door bell and preference buttons in the room, even though they were not available in my category. The room presentation was top-notch, but I did find it a bit pricey.

Service

7.0

The service was really friendly and helpful, from the storage area to room tidiness. However, there was a concerning encounter where my complaints were taken personally by one staff member, denting an otherwise welcoming service experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel might be small and crowded for its size, right next to the Main Street, but its magical location near Santa Monica pier compensates for any downsides.

Dining

6.0

The dining concept is interesting but feels more like a bar setting ideal for quick business meals. While the typical local bread was a nice touch, I found that the execution didn't fully match the great idea.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, and the restaurant cleanliness was impressive. However, the breakfast setup could be more accommodating for guests looking to have a leisurely morning meal.

Robert

United States of America, June 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was lovely overall. The rooms were immaculate with funky bathrooms and super comfy beds. They overlooked the pool area and had partial and full ocean-views, making the stay quite enjoyable. While the rooms are not huge, they are totally fine and provide a spacious and clean environment.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were immaculate with funky bathrooms and super comfy beds, overlooking the pool area with partial and full ocean-views. They are not huge but totally fine, spacious, and clean.

Service

7.0

The service introduced me to JUST Water and some New Zealand brand that the hotel is selling to guests, which was a nice touch. The staff was helpful with the room and location, although not very proactive in problem-solving. Overall, the service was friendly, with some standout moments.

Location

8.0

The location of the hotel is great, as close as you can get to the Pier and the beach. However, there is a need to cross a busy road, and there were significant numbers of homeless people in the environs, which slightly detracted from the experience. Despite that, the hotel's proximity to Santa Monica Pier and the main shopping district area is very convenient.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. The prices were higher than expected, especially for breakfast, which was a downside. While the concept was great, the execution felt a bit lacking with a bar tender feel. The availability of coffee and tea in the reception area was a nice touch, even though breakfast was not provided.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities were overall satisfactory. The amenities provided were decent, but there were some areas that could use improvement to enhance the overall guest experience.

Clean

Pricey Dining

Julia

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.4/10

The hotel has a prime location, close to Third Street shopping and restaurants, with lovely clean rooms and friendly staff. However, the dining experience could be improved, and the valet garage exiting is tricky.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was lovely and clean with all the necessary amenities. It was a good size, with a balcony offering a garden view where you can also catch a glimpse of the ocean.

Service

7.0

The staff went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed during my stay. However, it was disappointing to see them go off duty at 5 pm on a Saturday night when assistance was needed.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, right across the street from the beach in the heart of Santa Monica. It's near the Santa Monica Pier and fantastic shops, making it convenient to explore the area.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit underwhelming as the breakfast setup seemed more suited for quick meals rather than a relaxed buffet-style breakfast. However, they do offer homemade soups, which is a nice touch.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, laundry, and valet parking. However, the valet garage exit could be improved for easier access.

William

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

The hotel was in a great location, right in front of the beach and surrounded by a variety of restaurants. The rooms were comfortable and clean, and the staff was incredibly nice, with top-notch concierge services and valet parking attendants. However, the rooms, although modern and clean, felt a bit small for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and modern, but a little small for the price.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, from helpful suggestions on directions and dining to professional and friendly assistance until check-out. The staff couldn't have been more helpful, making the stay very comfortable.

Location

10.0

The location was amazing, right in front of the beach with easy access to restaurants and the pier. It's a perfect spot in Santa Monica with great road connections to other areas like Hollywood.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was wonderful, offering high-quality dishes though slightly expensive if paid separately. However, the food exceeded expectations, and the convenience of room service was much appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, with all the necessary services available. From room service to valet parking, everything was well-maintained and convenient for guests.

Maurice

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is ideally situated near the beach and within a short walk to Santa Monica downtown, offering clean and comfy rooms with a thoughtful doorbell system and private balcony. The staff provides exceptional service, including personalized touches based on preferences. The location is convenient for exploring LA attractions and dining options, though the hotel size may feel a bit restrictive. The dining experience offers a variety of choices at The Green Room. Overall, the hotel provides great value for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and offered a partial ocean view, equipped with a convenient doorbell system and a private balcony, providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, with attentive staff who catered to personalized preferences, ensuring a pleasant and memorable experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Santa Monica's attractions, with easy access to the beach, downtown, and popular dining spots within a short walk.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience at The Green Room offered a variety of options, though the pool area may get noisy during peak times.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities, including a pool and close proximity to various services, enhancing the overall guest experience.