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The Ambrose

3.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

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1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
  • Place, Montana Avenue
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional King | Bathroom

Traditional King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Monica

With a stay at The Ambrose in Santa Monica (Mid-City), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Santa Monica Pier and 8 minutes from Santa Monica Beach. .This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Venice Beach and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Hollywood Walk of Fame.

What's nearby

  • Montana Avenue - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bergamot Station Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Monica College - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Third Street Promenade - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ocean Avenue - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 13 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪DK's Donuts & Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tartine Santa Monica - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Goodboybob Coffee - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Ambrose

The Ambrose offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 55-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 33.41 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, 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
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, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ambrose Hotel

Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica

Ambrose Santa Monica

The Ambrose Hotel

The Ambrose Santa Monica

The Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica

The Ambrose Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 624 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 908 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rigoberto

Muy buena atención.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, comfortable beds, walkable location, and very clean which is the criteria I care about. They offer wonderful services like free bike rentals or a Tesla transportation system within a certain radius ( didn’t utilize since we had our car). I would definitely stay here again when I’m in the LA area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, and great staff. I would recommend this hotel, and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rosie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quaint and quiet hotel. The staff are wonderful and helpful. They tended to our needs. Also it’s a nice perk having tea and coffee available all day. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ranny, ..

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar, Manhattan Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s perfect comfortable location and convenient since I am doing chemotherapy at St John’s
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gereltsetseg

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy. spaces were tight though. Liked the happy hour
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about this experience and stay was immaculate - clean room, friendly staff, anticipatory care - and I am so sad I forgot her name but she was a concierge and gave me a wake up call because I had a 530 AM taxi so she wanted to ensure I was all set for my trip and when the driver picked me up she told him to take good care of me. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shilpa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
No attendance or service in the breakfast area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Hotel is in a perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron, Fresno

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025