Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Venice Beach - 16 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 32 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 33 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 35 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 36 min drive
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 54 min drive
Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
Van Nuys Station - 20 min drive
Los Angeles Cal State Station - 23 min drive
17th Street/SMC Station - 13 min walk
26th Street/Bergamot Station - 19 min walk
Area shuttle
Free beach shuttle
Restaurants
DK's Donuts and Bakery - 8 min walk
Taco Bell - 8 min walk
Tartine Santa Monica - 2 min walk
Goodboybob Coffee - 9 min walk
Del Taco - 10 min walk
About this property
The Ambrose
At The Ambrose, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, free bike rentals, and a beach shuttle. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: 17th Street/SMC Station is just 13 minutes by foot.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
77 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Secured covered onsite self parking (USD 39 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Offsite
Free beach shuttle
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Free beach shuttle
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Free beach shuttle
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2003
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
In-room safe
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 33.41 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Concierge service
Fitness center access
In-room safe
Shuttle service
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
Late check-in between noon and 2:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Covered self parking costs USD 39 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
Does The Ambrose offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ambrose does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Ambrose?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Ambrose?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 39 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ambrose?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Ambrose?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Ambrose and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Wonderful!!
Did not enjoy the perfume scent in the lobby area but otherwise terrific!
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Maureen
Maureen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 21, 2024
cem
cem, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
The hotel is very nice but there is a $39 fee to park each night and we are handicapped so we parked on the street using our placard.
Carol
Carol, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 16, 2024
When we checked in there was a squashed cockroach on the floor. When I went to get coffee the next morning the milk was sour and curdled. The electronics that were supposedly in the room either were not present or didn't work. Impossible to get the TV casting to work, and the white noise machine referred to on a card in the room wasn't even there. When we called to ask for one, the person at the front desk told US to come down and fetch it and then wasn't there when we actually came down. We had to wait for 15 mins with three other people who also needed service. And all this for $400+ a night. What a ripoff.
Giulia
Giulia, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Regina
Regina, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
Ali
Ali, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 22, 2024
Fine
Sorta basic for what they charge. Bed not comfy but it was clean and trendy feeling.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2024
Lucas
Lucas, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
The room was spacious and comfortable.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 6, 2024
Nelson
Nelson, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Always enjoy
My stay at the Ambrose.
Carol
Carol, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Love this hotel! We will be back!
Jean
Jean, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
wilf
wilf, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
great place to stay will be back ! staff was very accommodating and room was spacious and clean
kait
kait, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Aja
Aja, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
Caroline
Caroline, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
A great hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Monica.
Clive
Clive, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Very serene, zen-like and immaculately kept. Will stay again!!!
Beverly
Beverly, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Perfectly lovely stay in Santa Monica
Perfect stay at the Ambrose - conveniently located in a residential area of SM, which means you get to avoid tourists, traffic and parking pains while getting the best of SM at your fingertips. We loved the 3-mile Tesla service and the lovely sitting areas in the lobby. Every morning we walked across the street for croissants and coffee at Tartine. Couldn’t recommend Ambrose more!
Deborah
Deborah, 4-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 20, 2024
Cleaning every 3 days was fine but then the cleaning was not good.
Price was very high.
Susan
Susan, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
Great staff. Pleasant outdoor/indoor seating area. Specious room and bath.