Huntley Santa Monica

Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Virgin rating

Ocean View Room
The Penthouse Lounge
The Penthouse Restaurant
The Penthouse Bar
Ocean View Room
The Penthouse Lounge
The Penthouse Restaurant
The Penthouse Bar

The hotel

Retreat to this stylish hotel in a residential pocket of Santa Monica, yet just a shell's throw from the beach and Third Street Promenade. The Huntley is both classy and playful, with a modern urban design, and those little touches that make a difference — we all love a chocolate on the pillow at turndown. But perhaps the real wow factor at the hotel is The Penthouse restaurant and lounge, where both locals and guests come up to the rooftop to watch the sunset over the Ocean. With signature cocktails (and happy hour too), and bar food like cured meats and tacos, this one is definitely worth a visit.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

In the centre of Santa Monica just 2 blocks from the beach and a block from Third Street Promenade. Venice, Malibu, Hollywood and Beverly Hills are a short drive away.

Hotel information

204 rooms on 17 floors in one building. All have 60-inch HDTV, complimentary WiFi, mini bar*, Nespresso coffee machine, hairdryer, safe, iron and ironing board, and Bvlgari bathroom amenities. 

Deluxe City View Rooms are located on floors 3-8, and have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Premier Ocean View Rooms are located on floors 9-17, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Gym. Bicycle rental (4 hours complimentary). 

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. 24-hour concierge. Valet parking*. Laundry service*. 

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

Resort fee includes: - High-speed WiFi throughout hotel – In-room Nespresso machine (4 capsules daily) – 2 bottles of water at turndown – Newspapers (Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Local Newspaper) – 24-hour fitness centre access with water, towels and fruit – 24-hour business centre – Domestic phone calls – Beach towels – Shoe shine service. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous Hotel, great spot, Penthouse bar/restaurant with views. Happy staff/comfy bed and great rooms with windows

Nov 13, 2024 Leanne R

This is a lovely hotel on street back from the beach. Rooms were large, bright, extremely clean and super comfortable bed and pillows. Walking distance to everything Santa Monica offers and the Penthouse bar offered fabulous views. The staff were super obliging to all requests and happy! Highly recommend this hotel.
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Nov 12, 2024 awdang_99 Redwood City, CA

This is an interesting hotel. Im not totally sure how to rate it (as a 3 or 4) so going with a 4 as there is room for improvement at this hotel. Hotel staff (from valet to front desk): VERY welcoming. Valet attendants were readily available, courteous, and quick in retrieving our vehicle! Parking entrance: low ceilings. Beware if you have a… Read more
This is an interesting hotel. Im not totally sure how to rate it (as a 3 or 4) so going with a 4 as there is room for improvement at this hotel. Hotel staff (from valet to front desk): VERY welcoming. Valet attendants were readily available, courteous, and quick in retrieving our vehicle! Parking entrance: low ceilings. Beware if you have a tall vehicle. Lobby: Nicely designed however the lower ceilings don’t make it feel as “grandios”(sp) as other hotels. Not a big deal just something that caught my attention. Room: there was a strike of awe when we first entered the room but found some areas that needed improvements: Patrons in next door room could be heard through the adjoining door. There was no sound barriers; Plumbing clean out was sticking outside of the wall next to bad. Tacky; Water leak from our shower to room directly below! No pan below the tiles? How that is possible in a fairly new looking hotel is beyond me. Location: great location. One block from beach. One block from Promenade and main strip. Walking distance to many restaurants in the area. No issues with homeless outside of hotel nor any security concerns from what I could see. Pool: did not use Penthouse restaurant/club: did not visit I would stay at this location again however highly recommend they correct issues with their rooms (at least the one I stayed in on the 3rd floor). Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Will be back!

Nov 11, 2024 125christineo

From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with smiles. Greta chatted with the us and gave us a wonderful room with a view of both the ocean and the mountains. She also gave us some great advice about the hot tub and the car service available to us. Both made our stay so much more enjoyable. The Penthouse breakfast was the perfect start to… Read more
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with smiles. Greta chatted with the us and gave us a wonderful room with a view of both the ocean and the mountains. She also gave us some great advice about the hot tub and the car service available to us. Both made our stay so much more enjoyable. The Penthouse breakfast was the perfect start to our day. Our room was well appointed with plush robes, luxurious linens, and smart lighting. The entire staff was extremely attentive. Shops and restaurants are all within walking distances. I will stay at the Huntley again ASAP. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great property, in a wonderful location!

Nov 11, 2024 JimHermes Houston, Texas

The entire staff was super friendly for my son and I on our short stay. We were able to take the bikes out in the morning and ride down the beach. So many walkable places to go for food or entertainment. Look forward to returning and getting to try the restaurant and other amenities offered by the hotel.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible Service and Incredible View - The best Hotel in Santa Monica

Nov 6, 2024 Sid G Los Angeles, United States

This is the BEST hotel in Santa Monica. It has an incredible view and the rooms have very nice ocean views. The service is the best I have experienced. I would highly recommend Mandy. Mandy also helped me organize a group conference room in the Crystal Room for my team meetings. These are beautiful rooms to have team meetings. These are… Read more
This is the BEST hotel in Santa Monica. It has an incredible view and the rooms have very nice ocean views. The service is the best I have experienced. I would highly recommend Mandy. Mandy also helped me organize a group conference room in the Crystal Room for my team meetings. These are beautiful rooms to have team meetings. These are conference rooms with windows and view. They also serve incredible lunches and breakfast. I do business reviews every three months. I will always do it at the Huntley Hotel. Mandy is truly a superstar. Thank you team. Read less