The Pierside Santa Monica

4-star hotel Great 120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
The Pierside Santa Monica

About The Pierside Santa Monica

Located across from Santa Monica Beach and the famous Santa Monica Pier, this hotel features a heated salt water pool, a lobby restaurant, and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. Beach towels and bathrobes are provided in each guest room at The Pierside Santa Monica. A flat-screen cable TV, an in-room coffee machine, and a work desk are included. Select rooms have a view of the Pacific Ocean. Guests at the The Pierside Santa Monica can work out in the gym. The hotel has a tour desk that offers tickets to area attractions. There is also a 24-hour front desk at the property. Beverly Hills is 15 minutes' drive away. Los Angeles International Airport is 20 minutes' drive away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 2104 reviews

The hotel is generally well-liked for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and excellent location near the Santa Monica Pier and beach. However, guests frequently complain about the high cost of parking, poor WiFi, and noise issues.

What guests liked
  • Excellent location near Santa Monica Pier and beach
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • High cost of parking
  • Poor WiFi
  • chris Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The property was perfect. Close to amenities, bike rentals, and restaurant onsite.

  • Richard Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Can’t beat the location. Super friendly and helpful staff. Pier is across the street and Third St shopping is 2 blocks away.

  • Bryan Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Service in restaurant was terrible, as well as had to ask multiple times for towels. Additionally, the hallway in our floor had a terrible odor for the 3 days we stayed there.

  • Vincent Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The property was amazing and the staff was super helpful. Pool was also super clean and well maintained. Convenient location close to the pier and an awesome location for families. Very walkable to shopping and restaurants. We would definitely stay there again in the future.

  • Danny Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The Pierside staff was very friendly and helpful. Hotel location was central to many events.

  • Michael Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good location, friendly staff and efficient valet service. Could use bottles of water in the rooms and better pillows (foam and too thick).

  • Rodney Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The Pierside was a great location for our stay in Santa Monica. The gentleman at the front desk that greeted us upon our arrival was super friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.

  • larry Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was super helpful place was awesome

  • Betty Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Location, staff, restaurant Handicap room wasn’t as accessible as it should be. Should have an additional chair with side arms in the bathroom for sitting after getting out of bathtub/shower. Bathtub a little high for stepping over into even though there was a seat. Should have a side table as sink was a little high and not a lot of room on each side for toiletries, cumbersome when sitting in wheelchair. There was no closet in the handicap room for hanging clothes and bathroom door was really hard to close.

  • Leungelo Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Maria Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Everything was great , the room the little details the filtered ice and water , the friendly staff and minutes away from pier restaurants and attraction’s. How close to everything

  • Stephanie Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Great location. Spacious and clean rooms. Noisy AC

  • Nidia Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Everything, the location, the rooms and the hotel were great! Nothing, I enjoyed everything about the hotel.

  • Dolev Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    The hotel was really close to the Santa Monica pier, and there was a rail station 5 min walk, which was really comfortable. The stuff was amazing and kind, the room was big, modern and clean.

  • Nicole Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean nice room with a lovely view and close to the pier. The only thing that could be better is a better selection of food and snacks for kids. Traveled with 3 kids and walked to the pier and beach. We spent more time crossing the street to go to McDonald's for the kids which was helpful as well. When we needed more towels they brought them up fast. They were out of chairs for the beach but the umbrella and beach blanket made up for it. Complimentary bath robes were a nice touch.

  • Kaila Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everyone was so wonderful and accommodating! Thanks for the best trip!

  • Joel Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Niamh Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Lovely clean and modern hotel in a great location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Nil.

  • Tanya Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Tiffany Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had amazing stay from Canada.

  • Cindy Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    We received an upgrade not to our liking, one king bed instead of two queens and a view that was not what we selected when booking. Great location for hotel . They need to manage their reservations more accurately. We were not offered or given any compensation or redress for their error. Very unprofessional and disappointing. Would not recommend

  • Jackie Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Parking was a bit difficult and expensive

  • Allison Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fantastic hotel in a great location. We will definitely return!

  • Alexandre Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Very nice and conveniently located property. Room was good, bed comfy, couch equally the same. Staff were helpful and polite. Only downside was the sink wouldn't drain too well and shower pressure was very low. Nothing dealbreaking.

  • Aylie Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Beautiful room, great location, food was excellent in the restaurant and the staff couldn’t have done more for us Loved everything

  • Ioana-kirsten Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Julie Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Friendly staff, great location, great value, entertainment at restaurant was great More options at restaurant, hot tub in pool area

  • Janine Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We enjoyed our stay at the Pierside. It was located right next to the Santa Monica Pier and close to the 3rd Street promenade. Great location. The rooms were clean and the staff was helpful. We would definitely return if we are in the area again.

  • Mark Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    There is public parking across the street and the shops are a short walk Really recommend this place as we had a blast from day one

  • Navjot Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was good and clean, cafe food was very delicious, Staff was very friendly and warm, Will Definitely go back again !

  • Rauo Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Brian Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Alexis Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Peggy Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    We enjoyed our stay. The location was great and walk able to pier and beach also to the downtown area with many great restaurants and shops. The area felt safe. We booked ahead and was disappointed when we arrived the only room they was ADA. We took the room because the front desk gentleman said their was nothing else available. The room was well equipped for ADA but lacked amenities for not ADA-no closet or areas to unpack your clothes. While the bathroom was very large to accommodate ADA it smelled musty. We think the room hadn't been used in some time. They do charge $70.00 for parking. You can park in a nearby public parking if you choose.

  • Naju Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Nebojsa Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Price and price of parking in hotel

  • Valerian Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    I enjoyed the excellent location, especially the proximity to the beach and Santa Monica Pier. The hotel has a lively atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and a relaxed coastal feel that made the stay enjoyable. The only area that could use some improvement is that certain facilities like Pool you need to go trough parking garage to access pool which is not ideal, it is also relatively small and somewhat crowded

  • Valerian Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    I enjoyed the excellent location, especially the proximity to the beach and Santa Monica Pier. The hotel has a lively atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and a relaxed coastal feel that made the stay enjoyable. The only area that could use some improvement is that certain facilities like Pool you need to go trough parking garage to access pool which is not ideal, it is also relatively small and somewhat crowded

  • Jolanta May 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Fernando May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The front desk team and entire staff provided outstanding service. The rooms were exceptionally clean and well-maintained, and the central location made it incredibly convenient to access nearby attractions.

  • Sara May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    last minute stay and very nice

  • Narges May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    We stayed at this hotel for only one night during a long road trip, and breakfast at the restaurant was supposed to be the one service we enjoyed during our stay. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. We waited around 15 minutes just to be seated while the staff member handled multiple other tasks, despite the restaurant not being particularly busy. Since we were traveling with a child, this was especially frustrating. We eventually left without eating, and the response from the hotel afterward did not feel appropriate. Sadly, I would not recommend this restaurant based on our experience.

  • Luigina May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Comfortable room and bed, sweet and helpful staff, good gym, the pool is just okay. didn't use it after we saw it was next to a highway and the cars racing by were very loud. Plus there weren't many chaise loungers and the sun was partially obstructed.

  • Rodolfo May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location location location... nice rooms tho.

  • Taina May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The staff was extremely attentive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our entire stay. From check-in to daily interactions, everyone was always helpful and genuinely kind, creating a very pleasant atmosphere. The room was another highlight: spacious, modern, comfortable, and very well maintained. The hotel manages to combine a contemporary style with real comfort, not just aesthetics. Everything felt functional, clean, and thoughtfully designed. As a point of attention, the hotel parking is quite expensive at $65 per night. For longer stays, this can significantly increase the overall cost of the trip. Because of that, we chose to park at a public parking garage located just half a block away, which was a much more reasonable option. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely consider staying here again.

  • Aviva May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Despite that was ok

  • Odis May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean, convenient location, staff was amazing

  • Katie May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect location, clean and comfortable rooms

  • Charles May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Très bien situé

  • Sergey Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The only downside was the parking. The valet service is quite expensive, which was surprising since the parking appears to be in the same building as the hotel. Overall, a great stay thanks to the location and service, but the parking cost is something to be aware of.

  • Marcus Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • Holly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location! Walkable to the pier, restarants and souvenir shops! Great items to borrow. Beautiful lobby area with that fire always going. Expensive valet/overnight parking and our hallway smelt like wet dog.

  • Viaceslav Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good

  • Yudeisy Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel

  • Garen Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This was an exceptional experience with a top notch front desk. On top - great location and a very nice view from the higher floor rooms

  • Kamara Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    10 out of 10, would definitely recommend! Pierside's location is perfect. Within walking distance to so many eateries and shopping at the 3rd ST Promenade. Sophia was so pleasant at check-in and the staff is very accommodating. We received a complimentary hour on the electric bikes, which was a fun activity. If I'm ever in the area again, this will be my first choice!

  • michael Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great spot to be

  • ali Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Friendly staff

  • Erika Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was a nice place but the amenities close early so we didn’t get to experience them.

  • Craig and Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Beautiful Property, Nice location & Wonderful Staff

  • Sarah Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    The beds were uncomfortable. I woke up with a sore back every morning and I’m not even that picky. Also the location next across from the pier is amazing but the best coffee shops and restaurants are at least a 20 minute walk away if you don’t have a car. The staff was very helpful and gave me great tips and suggestions about the area and it was so clean and very safe but if you’re a midlife girlie looking for some R&R you might want to find a different spot.

  • Lisa Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great location and restaurant/bar onsite

  • Rodney Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hit spot for location. Room and hotel clean. On-site restaurant a plus.

  • Catherine Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Newly renovated, super cute rooms. Free borrowing of beach, chairs, towels, and all sorts of other other things which is great. Filtered water available on every floor, perfect location, public parking catty corner across the street.

  • Nickie Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, perfect location, welcoming staff, and love that they have bike rentals, wave boards, board games etc

  • Bahronov Apr 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Hotel is old, not clean and uncomfortable

  • Khara Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Bshsusu

  • Vandana Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    I love how the hotel is super clean, welcoming and very walm.. enjoyed our stay. Although there is absolutely no free parking. Valet only parking is 65 a day and you are kind of left with no option but to pay. It's a rip off. Otherwise it was a great experience overall

  • Pauline Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Was very clean and comfortable . Great visit !

  • Tim Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Really great hotel with spacious rooms & friendly staff. Literally right next to the entrance of the Pier, so perfect for exploring

  • Mary Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff were friendly and attentive. The room was very nice and clean. The pool is next to the freeway, down a set of stairs. It is very nice, has good seating, however it is below the dumpsters for the kitchen and the lids for the dumpster were open and hanging over the lounge chair area. We were concerned we'd end up under a bag of trash while laying out.

  • Jenny Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful visit from check in to check out! Clean. Friendly staff. Wonderful items available to use for the beach, pools, rooms. Great food. Smiling faces. Will definitely stay again!!!

  • Natalie Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes, the valet is a little bit expensive and the taxes also ridiculous but it is really convenient because some other places would charge you to come in and out so in the end the last night we decided to do valet and I’m glad we did. I like that they had bikes and surfboards and beach chairs along with beach towels, right there as you leave. Everybody on the staff was super accommodating and helpful from the concierge at the front desk to the cleaning staff to the valet attendants. All were top notch nice. I didn’t really notice the traffic sounds until the last morning, but it didn’t wake me up or was extremely loud to me and I’m a pretty light sleeper so if you are not a fan of hearing the freeway at night, you might not want to stay here. But like I said, I am a light sleeper and it didn’t bother me. I would definitely consider coming back here to stay for a girls trip or a nice short, romantic getaway with my husband.

  • Nicole Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, Great staff

  • Katarzyna Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Perfect location, very clean, wonderful staff. Highly recommend it!

  • Alison Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lovely place

  • Holly Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    So fantastic! Close to everything, great staff, clean and beautiful rooms!

  • Todd Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Gym has a few cardio machines, peloton bike, and dumbbells up to 70. But only one bench and space is tight. AC didn’t work in gym area so temp was 80+ in gym every time we used it. Pool is great area

  • Michelle Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location!! Staff were all wonderful! We would stay there again

  • SUSANA Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Todo súper bien

  • Chris Mar 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Dog water

  • Ana Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean room in a great location right in front of the Santa Monica Pier

  • Mark Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Had a few hiccups with staff in the restaurant but overall a good stay with a very great location!

  • Sarah Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Had partial view of ocean.

  • Kimberly Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Received a nice upgrade b/c of availability. Loved all the windows! Every staff member we interacted with was pleasant and went out of their way to make our stay relaxing. Location was wonderful and they accommodated an early arrival and late check out. We were pleasantly surprised and will definitely stay again. Thank you!

  • David Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Yes

  • Jennifer Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes and absolutely gorgeous

  • Laura Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Love the location. Such fun decor. The staff was amazing. Can’t wait to go back.

  • Eun Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Kind staffs

  • Bryan Feb 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room was noisy and i couldn't sleep. Hotel staff said because the rooftop unit makes a lot of noise. He could not change me to another room. All he could do is bring me earplugs.

  • Kristina Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice location. Spacious room. Good costumer service.

  • Keilah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean. Friendly service. Excellent location

  • Gabriel Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was incredibly clean and spacious. The view of Santa Monica was amazing and the location of the hotel makes it an amazing place to stay if you want to explore everything Santa Monica has to offer!

  • Jinky Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were super friendly! It was very close to the Santa Monica Pier, the location is everything!

  • Deidre Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location. Nice rooms.

  • Donna Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved this hotel, very near pier and Third Street, with easy parking ramp across the street. Very comfortable, nicely appointed, clean room. Good onside restaurant.

  • John Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice hotel, good location. Restaurant in hotel was also very good.

  • Melissa Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes room was very clean and staff was nice and helpful.

  • Deborah Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The staff were nice and the room was beautiful.

  • Becky Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Reception and valet service was excellent. Very friendly and efficient. I believe this hotel was restored or previously a different hotel, overall very clean coastal atmosphere, showers could use a thorough bleaching and grout sealing refresh. Water pressure was fair, could be better. Great location. Would visit again.

  • Dillon Feb 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    False fire alarm was randomly set and we had to evacuate. Other than that it was a nice place and felt safe.

  • Mark Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff is great. Location is perfect.

  • Michael Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    I like how close hotel was to Santa Monica pier and how safe the area is

  • Felicia Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lovely - close to the beach (across the street from the pier!). Near great restaurants, very nice and accommodating staff. Strongly recommended

  • joen Jan 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Valet parking cost is ridiculous

  • Simone Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    By far the best hotel experience I’ve ever had. Stayed here last minute for my birthday & from the moment I called for early check in (345pm) until the moment I checked out… amazing customer service. I believe his name was Ty that checked me in, started off by wishing me a happy birthday and letting me know they gave me the best room possible, he said sadly the suites were full but they still put me top floor with the water and park view. They gave me so many complimentary drinks and when I went into the room, they had a beautiful smores dessert and a bottle of alcohol for me, with a card wishing me a happy birthday. The blackout curtains were amazing. AC wasn’t too loud and I honestly slept amazing. The pillows and mattress were the comfiest I’ve laid on. I’ll forever brag about this hotel and staff and will absolutely be staying here again and again. It’s also right by the boardwalk, maybe a 30 second walk. A huge parking garage across the street as well if you aren’t able to pay for their valet parking! Tons of great food and bars in walking distance too. 1000/10.

  • Amber Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The front desk manager is awesome !!!

  • Andres Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel with great staff. Friendly and professional

  • Matthew Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great staff, good location.

  • Trent Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    First the front desk staff tried to pull a stunt and give us a room with only a chair, not the sofa pictured in the room that I picked. I returned to the front desk and had to have this corrected - shame on you! The luggage rack was broken - we asked for a replacement, but it took so long we cancelled the request. We asked for champagne glasses, but they cannot accommodate this and were told there are two water glasses in the room we can use - there was only one glass - OK forget it. Only one hand towel was inconvenient but fine. I have given rave restaurant reviews on Yelp in the past but not this time - the food was just OK, not amazing like previous visits. The front desk wasn't very friendly and trying to push some terrible room on us at the onset really set the mood. We will check out shore in February. Sorry Pierside - whomp whomp.

  • Henrik Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean room

  • Dustin Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    $72 for parking is a lot. Other than that it was nice.

  • SHU Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    mattress is good, but the bathroom space is too small that my husband kept complaining about it. The ac is also noisy. We might consider other hotels next time.

  • Stewart Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice bar with great food. Staff was friendly. Will definitely stay here again.

  • Rashpinder Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Good customer service. In our bathroom, garbage was still in the bin and a used towel was next to sink. Food is good in the restaurant.

  • Tess Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Excellent in every way for my husband and I! Great staff and fantastic room!

  • Gaurav Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This place is located right across the pier. Parking is right across the street. Friendly staff.

  • David Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location, clean hotel and comfortable rooms.

  • Anssi Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    nice hotel. when we first arrive nice man on the front desk said that if we need late checkout just ask him. we had two rooms. needed checkout till three oclock. then later we asked and one man with bad mood said that its no possiblity. iif you pay 50€ pet hour you can have. later one lady told that you can stay one more hour. next time we dont go to this hotel, dont like if receptionists are rude.

  • James Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice. Great staff throughout.

  • Robert Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I am definitely coming back. Great hotel and great staff

  • tina Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Was not told ahead of time about resort fees

  • Dragos Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Only stayed one night, it was perfect for us.

  • Shakeel Nov 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Very poor service, false advertising as they charge you an additional "surprise" "destination amenity fee" of $45 a day...!! We had a fully prepaid reservation and they said this was use use of amenities like the gym, pool etc! LOL what a joke. have travelled 20 years and have never ever had this surprise. What not charge that upfront??? Also The fitness picture on the hotel website is falsified as it has a mirror that makes the gym look very big...it is tiny, hot, sun bears through the glass and good luck trying to workout here. The room TV and netflix casting wa snot working so had to get the engineer to fix it...a very grumpy guy...-and the toilet flush had to be flushed 3 times everytime as it was very weak. One day I was tired and got takeout and came back and called the reception to see if I could get a plate and utensils...they promised right away...it never came, no call back to explain...sonInhad to go done and get it myself. The walls to the adjoining room were super thin and I could hear all the conversations .... Please avoid this hotel ..... Oh yah we got in a few hours early and they had the room ready but said they would charge an additional $50 as we were early, or we could wait for check in time! Omg....really!

  • Scott Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very friendly, positive staff and environment. CLOSE to the Pier. If you are on the 101 side and low, there is some road noise, but it is reasonable.

  • Anthony Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Clean room

  • terri Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, comfortable bed. Staff was extremely cheerful and helpful. Great location.

  • Bridget Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were very friendly and helpful!

  • Donald Nov 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    RUN, FAR FAR AWAY!! The absolute worst stay unfortunately due to the GM and housekeeping of all things. ZERO accountability!! I always put WiFi cameras in my room due to having a service dog. The housekeeper was caught, looking directly at the camera, walking over and covering it up with a pillow multiple times! Our luggage and my wife’s purse was then rifled through among other things. Fortunately my cameras alert me and we returned immediately and made her leave before anything could be taken. We addressed it with the GM and she reduced it to trivial nonsense, and of course the housekeeper is one of her best so the customer is always wrong! Great concept! Customer service CA style typical! She literally couldn’t stop yawning long enough to last a 3 minute conversation, insulting at best. Sent it to corporate, NO RESPONSE!! I guarantee after I send it to every news channel in the US they will come up with an answer! Theft and lies, poor customer service, and I didn’t even get a chance to actually talk about the facility shortcomings.

  • Gerhard Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excelleng staff

  • Megan Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great.

  • William Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    All was as expected, a really nice stay

  • shawn Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Sophia at the front task was very nice and helpful. Safe for single traveler.

  • Samir Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Parking very expensive. Valet team Very quick.

  • gerard Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Business trip

  • Dion Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the area

  • Yotam Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Good hotel, especially if you want to be close to the pier

  • Rocío Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Your bathrobes are the best

  • Nicole Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were so friendly! Made our experience better becuase of fheir great customers service. Makenzie rocks!

  • Adam Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Had problem with toilet that did not get fixed promptly.

  • Richard Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    It's frightening to find it out after you check in.

  • Marcus Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice & modern

  • Deborah Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very convenient to restaurants, the beach, and metro train.

  • Jane Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location, steps away from the pier and beach. Great friendly and helpful staff. Lovely clean, modern hotel.

  • Geraldine Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great location if you don't mind being close to busy street. HoteI is minutes away walking to Santa Monica Pier and barch

  • Sharon Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the location of this hotel, it was clean & modern. Parking price was a little high, but overall it was a great stay.

  • Lorrean Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Free stuff in room!! Easy location and very clean and safe

  • Carleton Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location and price

  • Julia Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Immediately upon arriving, they tacked on $400 on my Visa $200 for incidentals and $200 because it was $50 resort fee for accommodation Upon reserving it to Expedia, I was under the impression that the resort fee was taken care of. Attached is my understanding of this. Too expensive for my budget

  • pedro Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    They only have valley parking and it’s $72 bucks. Who wants to pay for parking when you’re staying at a hotel. Find hotels that offer free parking and free breakfast and a microwave and complimentary 2 water bottles.

  • Angeli Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Na

  • Linda Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Very close to pier , a lot of homeless but didn’t feel unsafe, plenty of people in street and around pier at night

  • Cheryl Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Overpriced for an average room. Excessive car park charge

  • Sara Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Could hear the person next doors TV all night and phone calls from early morning. Very basic rooms. Not worth cost at all. Would not recommend.

  • Matthew Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The Pierside offers a great location hotel, right on the Santa Monica Pier. The only parking option onsite is valet parking for an extortionate $68 per night (we used the multistory over the road for $20 per day). The hotel room was nice enough, good bed, comfortable, good amount of space. Let down a little by towels that had seen their day (dirty marks, felt old), and the air-con in the room was super loud. Don’t let that put you off staying, on the whole it was a great hotel for our short stay. The restaurant (The Surfing Fox) has some incredible food, would definitely recommend!

  • Gaynor Sep 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Whilst the interior of the room was lovely, there was a large gap around the bedroom door which let in a lot of light from the corridor. On querying this at reception we were told nothing could be done about it and many of the bedroom doors had gaps as it was the nature of the building. It is an expensive place to stay with a good location therefore it was really disappointing to have the good aspects completely negated by an ill fitting door. If you like a dark room for sleeping this is not the hotel for you.

  • Joshua Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent hotel & staff. Great restaurant! Highly recommended!

  • tony Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Front of the ocean and you can walk to all restaurants

  • Quinn Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Close to everything. Room was clean comfortable. I would highly recommend.

  • Susie Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, very close to the beach

  • Denise Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The staff was super friendly and the hotel is well maintained and taken care of. Very nice rooms and is very quiet at night. Overall we enjoyed the stay. Would definitely recommend!

  • Rosanna Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a great stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was kind. Hotel was conveniently located and close to everything.

  • dan Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great staff, excellent room, restaurant was delicious

  • Nora Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room

  • ADAM Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Close to all the shopping, dinning, and the pier

  • Jennifer Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location!

  • Alfredo Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    I like all thank you for all

  • Ahmad Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    excellent hotel and friendly staff

  • Kelly Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful property and easy to check in with friendly staff

  • Anna Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Right at the foot of the Santa Monica Pier! Entrance to the high way right there close. Bicycle rental place and parking garage right across the street! Free use of boogie boards included. Cool tubular fireplace in the lobby with a warm gas fire crackling was a nice touch. Also we had a very tasty and quality brunch at the bar of the hotel restaurant, and the bartender was so very nice, and shared around a complimentary fresh carrot juice he had just made from huge carrots brought back from the farmer's market a couple blocks away! We loved our stay at the Pierside!

  • Ahmad Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    friendly staff. great clean hotel. everything is around near by

  • Maria Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff was very friendly and chelpful. From the front desk to the employees / workers of the hotel. I love the design, the bedding so comfortable.

  • Christopher Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean, Comfortable and the staff was excellent

  • Kevin Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Location was perfect. Room upgrade upon check in. Pool area and restaurant were great. Only issue was a malfunctioning room access card that took almost a full day to completely resolve.

  • Raymond Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good food bed confort internet good

  • Kevin Aug 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    So the experience is definitely needed to work on as when I got there we got charged for valley parking yet we had to park our own car as there were no valley available. As well they charged me incidental fee which is fine but hasn’t been returned.. as well ima assume that the manager went to where our car parked and was just keeping an eye on us which ima go ahead and assume because I’m possibly brown and it looks like only white people would be there and he went all the way to our front window and peeked his head and asked us if we were ballet parking .. honestly was a bad experience over all.

  • Christopher Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice

  • julio Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing stay! Perfect location, nice staff. What they can do better: put a multi machine on Gym area, fix A/C from Gym, put a shower at the Pool, have better options for breakfast at the restaurant. Overall it's amazing!

  • J Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    ...

  • andre Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hands down the greatest stay I've had at a hotel in a long time. Couldn't ask for a better place to stay

  • Kristan Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel is in a convenient location and very walkable. The property looks like it has been renovated, and the decor choices look great. Lobby is nice. Staff were friendly. The property does have lingering issues of an older building: Bathroom was small, toilet was weak, the lights went out while my daughter was in the shower. Our room had a pull out bed but no bedding. We did not visit the on site restaurant.

  • Kelly Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful rooms with a view of the ocean! Very professional service. So convenient to the pier and so much fun stuff. We had a wonderful time.

  • Brittany Aug 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The only good part about this hotel is the hotel staff was really great! Other than that, it wasn’t the best experience. I wish I would have spent my money on a different hotel. Had to change rooms, phone didn’t work, the elevator was so small (I’m claustrophobic) I had to walk the stairs every single time I went up or down from the room. Not to mention I had 2 kids with me, 1 of which is a toddler. The site makes the hotel look a lot nicer than it is.

  • Mehdi Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    a

  • Betsy Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The property was in a great location. The restaurant was easy & good food options. The room itself was fine, seemed to be missing some furniture (odd open space). The bathroom was tiny & there weren’t any hand towels - very odd all the way around. Staff was hit or miss. The parking fee was OUTRAGEOUS

  • Bonnie Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Parking around the area is difficult & there’s way too many people in general

  • Silvia Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Love staying here it made our trip move enjoyable since everything was walking distance plus my daughter loved the pool.

  • Melody Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel is right by the pier. It’s the perfect option for walking to the pier and alongside the beach. We loved it!

  • Harold Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    LOCATION

  • Mary Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location and loved the surfing fox! And the beach chairs available were very convenient.

  • Donna Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Would definitely recommend staying here.

  • Peter Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location!

  • Raquel Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was close to the beach. Place was quiet and clean.

  • Leah Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I enjoyed how friendly the staff was and how accommodating they were! It’s a beautiful hotel as well!

  • Cristine Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fantastic staff, the place was so fun. Great hospitality and within walking distance to interesting shops and restaurants.

  • Kay Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location and nice property.

  • Yonho Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really enjoyed our trip to Santa Monica, Pierside hotel was part of the convenient hotel

  • Candace Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I LOVED how helpful the staff were here - it really was the best service we had in any hotel we stayed in while we were in the States!

  • Jacqueline Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very nice beach hotel next to all of the attractions in Santa Monica.

  • Guillermo Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    A grade

  • William Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Awesome

  • Darren Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very enjoyable

  • Lynette Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    .

  • Crystal Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Cute little hotel! Expensive but great location

  • Kirsty Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent location. Friendly welcoming staff and amenities

  • Corron Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    10/10

  • Zhe Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Nice hotel. Very near to beach.

  • Dustin Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Super friendly and helpful at check in and a visit to the front desk for information.

  • Erik Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location

  • Kari Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location. Just pricey for the quality of room.

  • Verified Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was just like the picture shown. Very clean very modern also super close to the Santa Monica pier. Definitely will be booking another trip soon.

  • Dominique Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our stay here was great! Staff was very friendly and location was perfect. Would stay here again

  • Kasandra Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    I'd give this place 5 stars but due to the parking charges I cut one off. $80 dollars a night to park your car at the hotel your staying at is ridiculous. We asked the attendant if there was any public garages nearby and he said no. However, there's 2 right across the street.

  • Angie Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff is wonderful, they also let you take chairs, towels, and blankets to the beach even on your check out day. I stayed one night and enjoyed the shopping center my first day, my second day even after checking out they let me take the chairs and towels to the beach and held my luggage. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a nice hotel in a fun spot of Santa Monica!

  • Sophia Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was a very nice hotel to stay at.

  • Ian Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was incredible. Thank you.

  • STARLA Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Bed was very comfortable. Staff is friendly and helpful.

  • Soroush Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Also poor accommodation due to the cost. Even just one chair in the queen bed room.

  • Darlene Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were nice and friendly, and the rooms were clean and spacious. The on-site restaurant was delicious.

  • Trang Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Their stuff was amazing and friendly and their cappuccino at Surg Fox wa

  • Sandra Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The hotel is located in an ideal spot. Close to the pier, beach, shopping, and restaurants. I traveled alone and felt very safe. The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly. I could see the beach and Pacific Ocean while sitting on the sectional sofa in my room.

  • Erica Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    We stay

  • Jolynn Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Such a cute hotel in the perfect place. For sure coming back to stay! I wouldn’t bring a car. Parking is expensive.

  • Verified Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great hotel, great stay.

  • Kara Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Second time I’ve stayed here. Rooms are great and location is super. The amenities and on site restaurant are also a bonus.

  • Travis Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved the view of the water! The beds and pillows were very comfortable but the water pressure in the shower was very weak.

  • Jennifer Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    No face towels in my room I’m not a happy Guest

  • Ihab May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    When I booked, I paid extra for a pier-side view, but instead, I ended up with a view of a McDonald’s! I could barely see the pier from my room, and I was extremely disappointed given how much I paid for the view. I asked for a room change because the view advertised simply did not exist. I felt completely misled. The lady at the front desk apologized and said they would improve their room descriptions. Honestly, it felt like I was scammed. I should definitely be refunded for the additional amount I paid for a view that was never there.

  • Dristi May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Window glass was broken and we didnt know prior. Homeless people around the area makes the surrounding area dangerous.

  • Florencio May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Everything was on point but the parking fees

  • Janine May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fresh, clean room with essential amenities. Nice restaurant and bar. Within walking distance to the beach and shopping area.

  • Marlon May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I had a great experience during my stay. Attentive staff. Seamless check-in/check-out process. Cozy room. I will definitely be returning for future visits, and would highly recommend this place to any and everyone.

  • Gail May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The Santa Monica pier was a stone’s throw away as was the 3rd St Promenade. I loved the fire and the comfy seats in reception. The restaurant has great decor. Loved our stay!

  • Diana May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location, easy to walk to everything! Easy parking but very expensive! Friendly staff, clean and updated rooms. Pool area is tiny.,.but with beach across street, pool wasn’t necessary but I stayed in spring, in summer might be more likely to use pool

  • Thomas May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location

  • Diana May 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    We were surprised to find out the only onsite parking option is $64 per day valet parking. There is a garage near by, but be aware it is difficult to navigate to on your first day. The elevator is small, slow and often not working. Will NOT stay there in the future.

  • Charles May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The property’s location was excellent. I loved the surrounding area and proximity to the beach.

  • MAODONG May 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    not deserve the prices

  • Kent May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Loved the location

  • Alison May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Super close to the train station and right across from the Pier. So many good spots to eat and drink within a short drive. If you are driving, the entrance is a bit tricky to spot.

Frequently asked questions about The Pierside Santa Monica

Does The Pierside Santa Monica have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Pierside Santa Monica offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Pierside Santa Monica offer parking?
Yes, The Pierside Santa Monica offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Pierside Santa Monica have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Pierside Santa Monica offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does The Pierside Santa Monica have a fitness center?
Yes, The Pierside Santa Monica features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Pierside Santa Monica located, and how walkable is the area?
The Pierside Santa Monica is located at 120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401. With a Walk Score of 92, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available