Huntley Hotel Santa Monica Beach

1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Los Angeles County, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.5 / 5

Overview

Huntley Hotel Santa Monica Beach is an upscale, art deco–style 3-star hotel on a residential street in Santa Monica. It holds a strong public rating of 4.5/5 based on 2,178 reviews. The property is positioned for easy access to both beach time and the walkable shops and dining of central Santa Monica.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The hotel is about a 15-minute walk to Santa Monica State Beach (662 m) and the Santa Monica Pier (1,195 m), including Pacific Park on the pier (1,176 m). Downtown Santa Monica is close (550 m), and shopping on the 3rd Street Promenade is roughly an 8-minute walk. It’s also a practical base for day trips to Venice Boardwalk (3,797 m) and the Venice Canal Historic District (5,014 m), as well as major LA attractions like The Getty (6,994 m), LACMA (14,006 m), and Universal Studios Hollywood (18,928 m).

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are described as elegant with glamorous touches and offer Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, desks, tufted headboards, and designer toiletries, with city or ocean views. Suites add living rooms with leather chairs or pull-out sofas, plus soaking tubs. Guest feedback highlights generously sized, quiet rooms and mentions in-room details like robes and Nespresso machines.

Dining & Room Service

Californian cuisine is served in a trendy penthouse restaurant with a lively bar and prominent views, a feature frequently noted by guests. Room service is available 24/7, and reviews specifically call out the room service positively. A gift shop/cafe is also listed on-site.

Amenities & Fees

On-site amenities include a fitness center, valet parking, and the gift shop/cafe. A daily fee covers Wi‑Fi and use of the gym.

Best for

This hotel suits travelers who want a polished Santa Monica stay within easy walking distance of Downtown Santa Monica (550 m), the 3rd Street Promenade, and the beach and pier area. It also fits guests who value on-property dining with views, thanks to the penthouse restaurant and bar, plus the convenience of 24/7 room service. Couples and leisure travelers looking for quieter, spacious rooms with city or ocean views are a strong match based on review themes.

Travel tips

If you’re planning beach and pier time, the hotel is walkable to Santa Monica State Beach (662 m) and Santa Monica Pier (1,195 m), so consider leaving the car parked and exploring on foot around Downtown Santa Monica (550 m). If you’re driving, plan for valet parking on-site. Note that Wi‑Fi and gym access are covered by a daily fee, which may affect total trip budgeting.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the hotel’s location for walking to the beach, pier area, and nearby restaurants and shopping, along with a generally quiet setting. Room size and comfort are recurring positives, with mentions of well-appointed details and good in-room amenities. Service is commonly praised, including friendly staff and strong room service experiences, and some guests point to parking convenience. The penthouse restaurant/bar is repeatedly noted for its views, though at least one review indicates the food options may not appeal to all family members.

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