Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica
425 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Los Angeles, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica is a 3-star hotel in a contemporary, upscale building at 425 Colorado Ave in Santa Monica. It’s positioned for easy access to the city’s walkable retail and dining core and the beachside attractions nearby. The hotel holds a public rating of 4/5 based on 810 reviews.
Location
The hotel is in Downtown Santa Monica (about 464 m away), roughly a 6-minute walk from the Third Street Promenade pedestrian area. Santa Monica State Beach is about 959 m away, and the Santa Monica Pier is about 968 m away, with Pacific Park on the pier about 903 m away. Popular LA attractions require a longer trip, including The Getty (~7.2 km), The Getty Villa (~7.6 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (~18.6 km).
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as streamlined with a fashionable vibe and include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus pull-out sofas, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add balconies, and some balconies have ocean views. Suites offer separate living rooms for extra space.
Dining & On-site Services
On-site options include a casual restaurant and a convenience store for quick snacks and essentials. Valet parking is available for a fee, which can simplify arrival and departure in a busy beach-district area.
Recreation
The hotel has a fitness center and a heated outdoor pool, providing on-site ways to work out or unwind between outings to the beach and Santa Monica attractions.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a walkable Santa Monica base close to Downtown Santa Monica and within about a mile of the pier and beach. It also works well for longer stays or small groups thanks to rooms with pull-out sofas, suite options with separate living rooms, and select balconies with ocean views. Guests who value attentive service frequently highlight staff helpfulness and responsiveness.
Travel tips
If your plans center on the pier, Pacific Park, or the beach, you can reach them on foot (generally within about 1 km), which can reduce the need for driving in a high-traffic area. Consider budgeting for paid valet parking if you’re arriving with a car. For farther attractions like The Getty, The Getty Villa, or Universal Studios Hollywood, plan extra travel time since they’re 7–19 km away.
What guests say
Reviews commonly emphasize the hotel’s strong Santa Monica location, with guests repeatedly citing convenience to the surrounding area. Service stands out as a major positive theme, described as friendly, welcoming, and quick to handle small requests. Guests also point to clean, comfortable rooms as part of the overall experience. Positive mentions include lobby touches like available water and coffee.
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