The Pierside Santa Monica

120 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

The Pierside Santa Monica is a 4-star casual hotel at 120 Colorado Ave in Santa Monica, set amid eateries and overlooking a park. It’s about a 5-minute walk to the Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica State Beach, putting Pacific Park and Downtown Santa Monica close by as well. Rooms are styled with floor-to-ceiling windows and include Wi‑Fi, TVs, minifridges, and tea/coffee makers; upgraded categories add sitting areas plus park or partial ocean views. On-site dining includes a trendy restaurant with a terrace, positioned as an easy option for breakfast, drinks, or a casual meal. The hotel also lends beach equipment and board games, reinforcing its beach-town, walkable-day itinerary. For drivers, Interstate 10 is less than a mile away, and valet parking is available.

Best for

Travelers who want a walk-first Santa Monica stay will get the most from this property, thanks to its short stroll to the Pier, Pacific Park, the beach, and Downtown Santa Monica. It also suits couples or leisure travelers prioritizing comfortable, bright rooms, especially those booking upgraded options for park or partial ocean views. Beachgoers benefit from the loaner beach equipment for quick, low-effort days on the sand.

Travel tips

Plan to explore on foot: Santa Monica Pier is roughly 588 m away and Downtown Santa Monica about 503 m, making it easy to skip the car for many outings. If you’re driving in, Interstate 10 is under a mile away; factor in valet parking for arrival and day trips. For farther attractions—like The Getty/ Getty Villa (~7.5 km), Venice Boardwalk (~2.8 km), or LACMA (~13.7 km)—build extra time for Los Angeles traffic.

What guests say

Guests consistently highlight the hotel’s standout location, describing it as highly convenient for Santa Monica attractions like the Pier and nearby dining. Reviews frequently mention clean, comfortable rooms, with sleep comfort noted through soft beds and quality linens. Staff service is a recurring positive theme, with guests reporting helpful, attentive interactions. Food and drinks at the on-site restaurant are also mentioned favorably in the excerpts provided.

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