Palihouse Santa Monica

4.0 star property
4-star Mediterranean hotel near Third Street Promenade

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (One Bedroom Residence) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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1001 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA, 90403
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Montana Avenue
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (One Bedroom Residence)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Grand Studio Residence King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Queen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Grand Studio Residence Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Ocean View (Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Residence)

  • 1450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Penthouse, Multiple Beds, Ocean View (Penthouse One)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Wilshire Montana hotel, you'll find Third Street Promenade and Montana Avenue. Santa Monica Beach and Annenberg Community Beach House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Montana Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ocean Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 16 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 20 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bungalow Santa Monica - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪1212 Santa Monica - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Maru Sushi & Ramen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Penthouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Palihouse Santa Monica

4-star Mediterranean hotel near Third Street Promenade
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Palihouse Santa Monica. The hotel can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. Parking is available for a fee.

This Mediterranean Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1927
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Palihouse Santa Monica offers 38 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 138 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.80 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 138 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Palihouse Santa Monica to the airport?

Palihouse Santa Monica is 17 mi (44-min drive) away from the Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palihouse Santa Monica?

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palihouse Santa Monica on Dec 23, 2025 start from $325.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Palihouse Santa Monica have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palihouse Santa Monica.

How close is Palihouse Santa Monica to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach and 2.4 mi (15-min drive) from Venice Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palihouse Santa Monica offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Palihouse Santa Monica, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 25 for adults, USD 10 and 25 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Palihouse Santa Monica?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Park Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Palihouse Santa Monica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Palihouse Santa Monica?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

Does Palihouse Santa Monica have a pool?

Palihouse Santa Monica does not have a pool.

Does Palihouse Santa Monica have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Palihouse Santa Monica have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palihouse Santa Monica to downtown Santa Monica?

Palihouse Santa Monica is 0.5 mi away from Santa Monica.

Reviews

Palihouse Santa Monica Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 683 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 683 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 683 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 683 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 683 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candace, Issaquah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sabina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our only hotel in Los Angeles
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

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

10/10 Excellent

Mayan

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

Amazing

Amazing, incredible amenities and comfortable bed. The hotel has so much character and we really enjoyed ourselves! Could've liked to have complementary water in the room, and not $13 dollar per bottle, but that was the only downside!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location but hidden fees

My parents stayed here after losing their house in the Palisades fire because it was recommended by friends. The place is a bit dated and had a $500 hidden resort fee not mentioned until checkout. But the location and cookies were great.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place stay in the penthouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous old worlde Hotel real character and staff extremely accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner in the room wasn’t working, but other than that I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

terri

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

great stay

awsome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Roberta, Santa Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great vibe and place to stay for a night in Santa Monica.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was having surgery early in the morning so we came to Santa Monica. I had never heard of Palihouse but knew the location and it turned out to be a hidden gem! An historic apartment building turned hotel with generous sized rooms close to the beach, restaurants and St John’s Hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025