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Sea Blue Hotel

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Santa Monica Beach

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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Venice Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Oceanside stay.At this Downtown Santa Monica hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier, both within a 5-minute walk. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Main Street Santa Monica are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Third Street Promenade - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ocean Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Venice Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

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

Beach hotel near Santa Monica Beach
Sea Blue Hotel offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sea Blue Hotel also features a front-desk safe and a microwave in a common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Sea Blue Hotel offers 27 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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

  • 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

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

How close is Sea Blue Hotel to the airport?

Sea Blue Hotel is 15.4 mi (40-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 Sea Blue Hotel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Blue Hotel on Nov 16, 2025 start from $210.6, 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 Sea Blue Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sea Blue Hotel.

How close is Sea Blue Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach and 1.3 mi (7-min drive) from Venice Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sea Blue Hotel offer free breakfast?

Sea Blue Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sea Blue Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sea Blue Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 45 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Sea Blue Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 29 per night.

Does Sea Blue Hotel have a pool?

Sea Blue Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Sea Blue Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sea Blue Hotel to downtown Santa Monica?

Sea Blue Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Santa Monica.

Reviews

Sea Blue Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Traveled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Luis, Pomona

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

10/10 Excellent

Khalifah, Elkridge

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Property was right next to the Santa Monica Pier, tons of shopping and restaurants! The room was clean and comfortable for a small family Parking was the only drawback! We had to park down the street in a parking garage for $20. The hotel charged more, and we were willing to pay it, but they were out of parking spots!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca, BRIGHTON

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zachory

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Roaches in the room sucks to say!! And it was room 17
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I like that it was close to the beach and it was gated. I didn’t like the limited parking. But still a good place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

theodora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so close to the Santa Monica Pier and Muscle Beach. Property was pretty and well kept. Our rooms were spacious. There is no aircondition but it didn't bother us as weather was cool and they had a fan. It was a little loud in the area at night but we did have window open. We felt safe during day but when we walked home at night, there were quite a few characters that we were watching out for. That's not hotel issue but just nature of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Euwwww

We had to park 4 blocks away.. beds were very hard. It’s old and uncomfortable couldn’t wait to leave …. Price was very high for what you got.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Kimberly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very nice and convenient. Many things to do around the area. Easy walk to the beach. Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historic property! Easy walk to the beach. Property was secured with gate. Parking is $29 extra and you’re going to have a rough time with a larger vehicle in the tight spots. If you’ve got a larger vehicle maybe take the time to find other parking or park at the civic center
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

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

Do it, pick here to stay

Cute motel one block off the beach and the pier. The staff were awesome. Super comfy. Has in room mini fridge. Walking distance to everything in the pier area. And refreshingly affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

May Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One thing that I was unexpected is the car parking fee. This was my first time I was charged with the parking fee in a hotel/motel I had checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
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

Rong, Pleasanton

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICAELA

Traveled with group
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with pets
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

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Only has 12 spots of parking or you have to park 3 blocks away great location they need more parking onsite then rooms drain smelt
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Property was very clean and close to everything but could hear everything in the next room when the neighbours were there and also partying at 3am. Also felt reception staff were not friendly. Alot of homeless people in the area and we felt unsafe at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kshama

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in room 14, this hotel stay is average atleast not meant for us. AC fixture is in the washroom can you believe it, so you have to keep washroom open to get cool air. The shower area is so small, cannot bend even with no light in cubicle. Fridge doesnot work good,You can get tea coffee at front desk area and there is microwave too. Lot of noise from above floor, outside road and next rooms so u can barely sleep. Highly overpriced due to proximity to sea and pier. Parking is extra for around 30$. Will not recommend but staff is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025