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The Ambrose

3.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Monica with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio - The Ambrose (Santa Monica)
In the heart of Santa Monica, The Ambrose offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and library. Start your day with breakfast, grab a coffee from the café or take advantage of bicycle rentals to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Traditional King | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Traditional King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90404

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica College - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Venice Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 13 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tartine Santa Monica - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪DK's Donuts & Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fromin's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Veggie Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ambrose

Hotel near Santa Monica Pier
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Ambrose. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An area shuttle, an electric car charging station, and a porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 77 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LED TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Refrigerators, premium channels, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ambrose pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ambrose?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ambrose on Nov 29, 2025 start from $243.49, 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.

How much is parking at The Ambrose?

Self parking is available for USD 45 per night.

What time is check-in at The Ambrose?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available from noon–2:30 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Ambrose?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Ambrose located?

Located in Mid-City, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. University of California, Los Angeles is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. 17th Street/SMC Station is 13 minutes by foot and 26th Street/Bergamot Station is 19 minutes.

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The Ambrose Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 838 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 838 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 838 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 838 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 838 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the heart of Santa Monica!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aishwarya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the car service and the bakery across the street
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated, nice staff, great location !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly beautiful property, great location, safe, Tartine is right across the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in Santa Monica. Pricey but worth it. Many aspects of a lux hotel in an average location. Room was clean and the staff really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly staff and incredibly accommodating! Excellent restaurant suggestions and many places to sit comfortably and chat while outside the room. Will absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect! Friendly staff. Great location, comfortable bed,complementary coffee, wine an beer. Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great staff. Pleasant outdoor/indoor seating area. Specious room and bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom and Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was accommodating and helpful during our stay. We walked the area and found it had restaurants and a lovely bakery/ restaurant across the street that met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient for accessing many areas around town. The car service was a nice touch. The parking was ample, the room was well stocked with many amenities and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Parul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked away in a neighborhood, can walk places but on busy streets. Excellent staff and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to medical facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful!! Did not enjoy the perfume scent in the lobby area but otherwise terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very accommodating. Love the neighborhood. Super staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is not hyped enough! Free coffee ( the good kind) and tea Complementary happy hour 5-7 pm Beautiful ambience, small and cozy hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful. thanks again, - JOSH
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, clean and a good spot for Santa Monica. Found it a bit overpriced - I think the price reflects a lot of the perks (happy hour, bike rentals) but if you're not using those, it wasn't really worth it. Also, wish there was coffee in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara

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

Excellent upscale hotel experience

Free parking right underneath the hotel. Quick easy check in, friendly staff. Complimentary beer and wine happy hour from 5-7 and the bartender was awesome. Very happy with the bathroom lighting and makeup mirror. After a long night out we melted into an incredible comfortably bed. We appreciated their 12pm check out even though we had to leave earlier.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Beds and pillows horribly uncomfortable. Lumpy pillows and bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning every 3 days was fine but then the cleaning was not good. Price was very high.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of issues with the room. Toilet didn't work. Bath faucet didn't work. Shower drain stopped up. I complained and they did fix the issues the next morning, but very inconvenient on the day I arrived. Room service menu limited and stopped at 7 pm every night. No room service Monday. No bar to speak of. Happy Hour was worse than a bad airport lounge. One of the worst hotel experiences in my decades of travel. Definitely NOT worth the money. My first time staying there, but will never go back...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025