Shutters on the Beach

Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Virgin rating

Ocean View Room
One Pico
Ocean View Suite bedroom
Ocean View Suite living room
Upper balcony patio
Courtyard
Ocean View Room
One Pico
Ocean View Suite bedroom
Ocean View Suite living room
Upper balcony patio
Courtyard

The hotel

A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Shutters on the Beach is an award-winning establishment with a distinctly discerning clientele. Similar in style to a 1920s or 1930s beach resort, it is light, airy and luxurious with many works of art on show, including pictures by David Hockney and Robert Motherwell. Rooms and suites boast all the comforts of home and are very generous in size with great views of the ocean. Amenities include the gorgeous ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments, including the Signature Facial with Augustinus Bader. There’s also a swimming pool to laze by and a well-equipped fitness centre with sauna and steam rooms. One Pico is the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, showcasing a seasonally changing menu of modern American cuisine. If a more laid-back atmosphere appeals, however, beach-side cafe Coast more than fits the bill and is open from morning until night. For afternoon tea and evening cocktails, look no further than the lobby lounge, a cosy, intimate space that is popular with locals and guests alike.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Overlooking the golden sands of Santa Monica Beach, 2 blocks from the historic Santa Monica Pier with amusements and restaurants. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

198 rooms and suites on 7 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Partial Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

One Pico (fine dining restaurant – lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch). Coast (beach-side cafe – breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour and dinner). Lobby bar. Swimming pool with Pacific Ocean view, whirlpool. Fitness centre with unisex sauna and steam room. ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments*. Complimentary yoga classes on the beach. Gift shop. 24-hour room service*. Concierge service. Laundry/dry cleaning service*. Valet parking approx $40 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - Premium high speed internet access - Welcome Drink (valued at $20) - Daily Exercise Classes - Daily on-hour bicycle rental - Twice Daily in-room bottled water service - House car transfers within 3 mile radius. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Small Beach Town Vibe in Santa Monica

Nov 13, 2024 JennyD707 Santa Rosa, California

We visited for one night to celebrate my milestone birthday. From the moment we arrived, the valet and the friendly woman at the check-in counter made us feel welcome. Our room was not only clean but also filled with delightful beach-themed details. To our surprise, there was a delicious chocolate birthday cake waiting for us in the room. We dined… Read more
We visited for one night to celebrate my milestone birthday. From the moment we arrived, the valet and the friendly woman at the check-in counter made us feel welcome. Our room was not only clean but also filled with delightful beach-themed details. To our surprise, there was a delicious chocolate birthday cake waiting for us in the room. We dined at Coast for both breakfast and dinner, where our server Jesse was engaging and offered fantastic suggestions for our meals. Order the carrot cake! We enjoyed the pool and hot tub, which were quite pleasant. On our way to the pool that evening, Lisa from housekeeping noticed that one of us was missing a robe and kindly provided us with another. Her thoughtfulness was much appreciated. During the day, we took advantage of the complimentary beach cruisers and relaxed on the sand in the hotel-provided beach chairs—such a wonderful perk for a seaside hotel. We also loved sitting in the lobby by the fireplace while listening to live music in the evenings. The overall "small beach town" vibe of this hotel was truly enjoyable, with its various seating areas and charming beach decor throughout. I can't wait to come back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 1Pico - Shutters Restaurant

Nov 5, 2024 Suesmith12345 Los Angeles, California

We went to 1Pico for a romantic meal. Had dinner at the bar with Art who was friendly and helpful. Mary helped with our wine picks, we had some small Cali producers. The food was incredible. I had the scallops and the filet was great too! I would definitely go back soon!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beware of private events scheduled during your stay.

Nov 4, 2024 416lisak Elmhurst, Illinois

My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights in mid October. Pro's: central location adorably decorated rooms with cute little touches charming lobby where many guests enjoy congregating. Con's: small rooms most ocean view rooms require you to look over the driveway and A/C units on top of the building the hotel seems to do a lot of private… Read more
My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights in mid October. Pro's: central location adorably decorated rooms with cute little touches charming lobby where many guests enjoy congregating. Con's: small rooms most ocean view rooms require you to look over the driveway and A/C units on top of the building the hotel seems to do a lot of private events which is bad news for guests trying to enjoy the pool. Regarding the private events, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of our stay, the hotel staff closed down the lounge area adjacent to the pool where most of the chaise were set up at 3-3:30pm each day. That was followed by at least 1 1/2 hours of clattering and banging as they wheeled away all the lounge chairs and umbrellas and wheeled in all the tables, chairs, glassware, etc. for that night's event. Prior to the start of the event, they bring in a giant privacy screen which completely blocks everyone's view. Since many rooms overlook the pool area, you have to listen to the racket until the event concludes. No apologies. No acknowledgment. Nothing. Each day the guests around the pool would burst out laughing at the lack of regard for the guests. We finally complained to the manager after the third day. After much negotiating, they comp'ed us 1 night. I'd rather have known about the limited use of the pool area and event noise and stayed somewhere else. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Stunning Hotel

Oct 28, 2024 Lou B London, United Kingdom

Booked one night here as part of my 60th birthday celebration trip. We were given a complimentary upgrade to an Ocean View Suite - simply stunning. The hotel also went above & beyond by sending a birthday cake & bubbles to the room. Every member of staff was friendly & helpful. The food was delicious. A truly luxury hotel right on the ocean which… Read more
Booked one night here as part of my 60th birthday celebration trip. We were given a complimentary upgrade to an Ocean View Suite - simply stunning. The hotel also went above & beyond by sending a birthday cake & bubbles to the room. Every member of staff was friendly & helpful. The food was delicious. A truly luxury hotel right on the ocean which still manages to remain homely. I hope to return one day 😎. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not worth the cost-standards in decline

Oct 18, 2024 Chris O

We’ve been coming to shutters for years and it’s been great. Last year there was lots of repair works near our room starting very early and lasting for days. We put that down to a one off as we love the location and the view from the pool terrace. This year it’s awful. Our room is very noisy and we can hear things in the next room as well as the… Read more
We’ve been coming to shutters for years and it’s been great. Last year there was lots of repair works near our room starting very early and lasting for days. We put that down to a one off as we love the location and the view from the pool terrace. This year it’s awful. Our room is very noisy and we can hear things in the next room as well as the laundry. And the terrace is shut off on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for private events. Which means there is a shortage of room to lay out and enjoy the weather, if you find a place you’ll be disturbed as the events set up, and you won’t get to see the spectacular view of the ocean. One of great things about shutters is that it always feels quiet and you always feel like you’re important management. Now it just feels like they want to squeeze as much money out of their place as they can and to hang with the experience. So, why pay the premium price to stay here if it’s just like other hotels? Read less