The Georigan Unbond Coll by Hyatt, Santa MonicaThe Georigan Unbond Coll by Hyatt in Santa Monica, United States has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 8 of 47 hotels we score in Santa Monica. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 4.0. Rooms from about $800 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Georgian Hotel is a restored 1933 art deco landmark in Santa Monica, now part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. It has 84 upscale rooms and suites, some with west-facing panoramic views of the ocean, plus on-site dining, a curated library and a sunset deck. The beach and pier are steps away, and the hotel is smoke-free throughout. Parking is available for a fee, and pets and children are welcome. Rates start around $800 a night, so it suits travellers after a characterful, well-located stay rather than a budget one. Guest ratings are strong for rooms and reviews, though the booking score is lower, and Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a gym are provided.What stands out

Steps from Santa Monica Beach and Pier

Art deco landmark, restored

Ocean views from some rooms

On-site dining and sunset deck

Watch out for

Parking costs extra

Rates start around $800 a night

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