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5.0 out of 5

"Lovely boutique hotel Great Breakfast Staff very friendly and obliging " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 10 Jun 2019

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Traditional Double- 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Traditional King

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Ambrose's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Ocean Avenue. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a free beach shuttle, plus a 24-hour gym.

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Santa Monica Pier and 6 minutes from University of California, Los Angeles
  • Free beach shuttle service

The Ambrose ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for The Ambrose

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5 out of 5
Lovely boutique hotel Great Breakfast Staff very friendly and obliging

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Jul 2019 by Hilary West

We are thrilled to hear you had a lovely stay. I agree our staff will go out of their way to ensure you have a comfortable stay.

Property Features

The Ambrose offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Ambrose. Parking is available for a fee. This 3.5-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2003
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free beach shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Ambrose offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Monica hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LED television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Netflix
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Free bicycles on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business centre

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 5:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests arriving after 9:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 33.41 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room safe
  • Shuttle service

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 39 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

Hotel Names

  • Ambrose Hotel
  • Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica
  • Ambrose Santa Monica
  • The Ambrose Hotel
  • The Ambrose Santa Monica
  • The Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica

You should know

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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