Sea Blue Hotel

2.0 star property
Beach hotel in Santa Monica with a 24-hour front desk

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Beach nearby
Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Beach nearby
Sea Blue Hotel sits moments from Santa Monica Beach with a garden retreat and sunny terrace for guests to enjoy. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff, convenient WiFi access, and luggage storage that make this beachside spot both practical and peaceful.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Third Street Promenade - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Venice Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 8 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Sea Blue Hotel

Hotel near Santa Monica Beach
A short walk from Santa Monica Pier, Sea Blue Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sea Blue Hotel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 29 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 59.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 29 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 59.0 per night

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel California
California Hotel Santa Monica
Hotel California Santa Monica
Sea Blue Hotel Santa Monica
Sea Blue Santa Monica
The Hotel California
Sea Blue Hotel Hotel
Sea Blue Hotel Santa Monica
Sea Blue Hotel Hotel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Blue Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sea Blue Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 29 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sea Blue Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sea Blue Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sea Blue Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, this beach hotel is steps from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Santa Monica Beach. Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). Downtown Santa Monica Station is 8 minutes by foot and 17th Street/SMC Station is 26 minutes.

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Reviews

Sea Blue Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cozy room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, close to the ocean and the pier.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really good. The location is excellent for going to beach and pier and third ave promenade. The style is vintage but the rooms are tastefully done. I would definitely stay here again. It was great value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helped a lot with parking which is necessary. As long as they are flexible with parking issues, it is a decent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room, very clean and spacious. The beach is right there. Would loved to stay again my next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, quiet,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need more electrical outlets in the room, especially by the bed to charge devices. Had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nikola

Disliked: Amenities
Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early. Just thought we are going to leave our bags in the lobby while we wandered around Santa Monica. But they got us into our room early. We love the view love the hotel would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for location

Great location near beach and pier. It’s an older place but quaint and clean. We have stayed several times and love the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Nichole

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No ac. Tiny parking lot with only 12 spaces and can barely get out of our car when parked. Not very friendly staff. No hot water first night. Construction early morning noisy. No tv in master bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevgeniya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Very close to everything. Get the parking for $29 on the premises, much more convenient than looking around. Walking distance to the beach, shops, restaurants, want Monica Pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here— the location is exactly the same as a $1000 a night hotel next door—walk out the door to the beach—great restaurants (the Coast is 3 minutes away and the food is amazing)—the Pier is 5 minutes away—tha airport 25 minutes The rooms are simple but sufficient and very clean— the staff is great *****
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoandris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this quaint hotel. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel at the beach. Very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, great location as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome near beach hotel.

Awesome hotel just a couple of blocks from the beach and Santa Monica pier. We stayed over Christmas in a spacious room.
Bathroom
Bed
Hotel at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a nice stay! The location is unbeatable and the views are awesome :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marcelino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its close to the Sta monica Pier
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

UNSAFE..STAY AWAY

Some crazy ppls claimed that we had their phone and the front desk let them in and then lies to us saying they knew nothing about it. The ppl tried to break into our room. A witness told us that he let them in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful. I was impressed with the customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025