Venice Breeze Suites, Santa MonicaVenice Breeze Suites in Santa Monica, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 27 of 47 hotels we score in Santa Monica. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.2 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3. Rooms from about $387 a night (cached, not a live quote).Venice Breeze Suites is a three-star hotel situated directly on the Venice Beach Boardwalk in Los Angeles. The property consists of 30 air-conditioned, non-smoking studio suites that include full kitchens. These rooms feature contemporary decor and are designed for both short trips and longer stays. Guests have access to a rooftop terrace, a barbecue area, and concierge services. The location allows for easy walking access to the local dining scene and the nearby Santa Monica Pier. While the suites offer ocean views and pet-friendly options, the elevator is small and can be difficult to use with heavy luggage.What stands out

Studio suites with full kitchens

Rooftop terrace and barbecue area

Direct access to the boardwalk

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Difficult elevator for luggage

Local street issues outside

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