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Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Santa Monica Pier

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Sundeck
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
  • Place, Bergamot Station Arts Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(139 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Accessible Roll-In Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Accessible Bathtub

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

2 Queens Accessible Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

2 Queens Accessible Roll-In Shower

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Monica

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Pico hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. Venice Beach and University of California, Los Angeles are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Bergamot Station Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Monica College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Monica Place - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Third Street Promenade - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ocean Avenue - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 10 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪DK's Donuts & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tartine Santa Monica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goodboybob Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

3.5-star hotel near Santa Monica Pier
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Gateway Hotel Santa Monica. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 23.01 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 23.01 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Hotel Santa Monica to the airport?

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is 14.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

As of Jul 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica on Jul 26, 2026 start from CA $365, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gateway Hotel Santa Monica have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica.

How close is Gateway Hotel Santa Monica to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (9-min drive) from Santa Monica Beach and 3.3 mi (16-min drive) from Venice Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offer free breakfast?

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 23.01 per night.

Does Gateway Hotel Santa Monica have a pool?

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica does not have a pool.

Does Gateway Hotel Santa Monica have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gateway Hotel Santa Monica to downtown Santa Monica?

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is 1.2 mi away from Santa Monica.

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 897 out of 1590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 1590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1590 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Onsite parking, really comfortable beds and pillows. Staff was nice, location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room, close to all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olufunminiyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and perfect location - wonderful staff as well and parking was a breeze
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for a very pricey area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good placed next to a bus station to pier and town. Nice rooms, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean space
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is great, but you have to pay for it. Good location great staff great working hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Panagiotis Meletios

Friendly welcoming, staff, clean rooms and free breakfast to boot
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff location very clean easy parking I love staying there thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful, clean, great parking, staff helpful and kind. The room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Simple, clean, centrally located
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,clean rooms,very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

O C and Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean & stylish room, convenient location, and restful sleep!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often and the staff is always friendly, rooms really clean, linens are so fresh and not scented. I love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice staff, convenient parking, clean room, comfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, no frills hotel that was very comfortable with a very polite and friendly staff. The location was convenient and easy to go in and out on foot or by car.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel with a great location and, above all, outstanding staff. Also, newly renovated rooms with modern furniture. Very secure parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Close to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good, the breakfast was okey, but no place to sit down.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent place to stay. It is clean. It is renovated. I come for business once a month and the staff is delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff were very nice and would recommend. Room was clean and parking was easy access to elevators
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chengxun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great crew, new bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, the staff was friendly, we were able to walk at night to the nearby Santa Monica Brew Works which was fun. We would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026