Ocean Park Hotel

Ocean Park Hotel

2680 32nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Los Angeles, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.6 / 5

Overview

Ocean Park Hotel is a basic 2-star property in Santa Monica at 2680 32nd St, directly across the road from Santa Monica Municipal Airport. It’s positioned as a no-frills, budget-oriented stay with simple in-room conveniences and shared bathroom facilities. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.6 based on 613 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are straightforward and compact, offering practical essentials such as a minifridge, microwave, and sink. Standard in-room features include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan. Bathrooms are single-sex and shared, with facilities located on each floor.

On-site Services

Parking is free on-site, which can be a useful perk in the Los Angeles area. The hotel also has coin-operated laundry facilities for longer stays. A neighboring cafe offers hot breakfast for an additional charge (not included on-site).

Location & Nearby Highlights

A Big Blue Bus stop serves the hotel, with service toward major Santa Monica destinations; Santa Monica Pier and the Third Street Promenade are about 3.4 miles away. Nearby points of interest include Venice Boardwalk (4096 m), Hammer Museum (4281 m), Venice Canal Historic District (4448 m), Santa Monica Pier (4520 m), and Santa Monica State Beach (4650 m). Farther afield are The Getty (6525 m), LACMA (9798 m), Petersen Automotive Museum (9524 m), Universal Studios Hollywood (15775 m), Hollywood Walk of Fame (14407 m), Griffith Observatory (17676 m), and the Hollywood Sign (17389 m).

Best for

Best for budget-minded travelers who prioritize a Santa Monica base with public transit access, free parking, and simple in-room appliances (microwave/minifridge). It can also suit short stays where shared bathrooms are acceptable and proximity to Santa Monica and Venice sights is the main goal.

Travel tips

If you plan to visit Santa Monica Pier, the Third Street Promenade, or Venice, use the nearby Big Blue Bus stop rather than relying solely on driving and parking near those attractions. Expect shared, single-sex bathrooms on each floor and plan accordingly for morning routines. The property sits across from Santa Monica Municipal Airport, so light sleepers may want to prepare for potential airport-area activity.

What guests say

Reviews most often point to cleanliness as a key strength, including clean beds/linens and generally tidy bathrooms. Guests also mention helpful service and note the area as a relatively pleasant part of LA with food options nearby. Common drawbacks include small rooms and a perception that pricing can feel high for a below-average, no-frills setup. A notable negative theme appears around a disputed post-stay cleaning charge and frustration with how a complaint was handled.

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