Ocean View Hotel, Santa MonicaOcean View Hotel in Santa Monica, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 19 of 47 hotels we score in Santa Monica. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 2.8. Rooms from about $384 a night (cached, not a live quote).Ocean View Hotel is a beachfront property in Santa Monica, California. It sits within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier, the Third Street Promenade, and the beach. The hotel contains 67 non-smoking rooms, many of which include private balconies and refrigerators. It suits families and business travellers, offering amenities such as a business centre, Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly options. The interior was updated in 2004 and features modern decor. While the location provides easy access to local dining and shopping, the surrounding area can be crowded, making vehicle access difficult. Guests can also utilise bicycle rentals and on-site valet parking services.What stands out

Close to the beach and pier

Rooms with private balconies

On-site bicycle rentals

Pet friendly accommodation

Watch out for

Expensive parking fees

Difficult access in crowded areas

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