I loved staying here from the mission-style furniture, free parking, free breakfast and nice rooms but was totally turned off by the "smoking area" that is set in the center of the entry walk. It was so offensive to have to walk through the smoky air to get to the front door! I stayed at this hotel because it was... more

Rooms were clean, spacious, beds comfortable. Check-in was smooth with friendly reception staff. Hotel offers free internet use and free parking (latter inclusive in the rate). Location wise, the hotel was a short drive to 3rd Street Promenade for shopping, restaraunts and bars. The hotel offers a free courtesy ride/pick-up to 3rd street which we really liked. Santa Monica beach... more

We stayed here for 3 nights. The rooms were well presented, clean and comfy! Parking was secure and free, and the complimentary breakfast was a bonus! There was no view from our room, we felt we had paid enough, and I guess a view would have come at a cost! Apart from the sound of neighbouring doors slamming, the room... more

We recently returned from a 7 day vacation to the Los Angeles area and stayed at The Ambrose Hotel. We were initially concerned re. a first floor room (especially one near the elevator) however it was very quiet without any hallway noise. The parking garage (free) is below the hotel with an easy key entry system allowing access to the... more

We stayed at the Ambrose for 2 nights while just arriving from france and adapting to jet lag. We really appreciated the quiet surroundings and friendliness of staff. Breakfast was served very early (from 6 am) which also really suited us. As we were travelling with our 3 kids (aged 6 to 10) we asked for and were given two... more

Stayed there 3 nights over a weekend and loved the place. Parking and getting your own car in the underground garage was a real plus-also, being only one block from Wilshire made it convenient to beach in Santa Monica or to Beverly HIlls. Free wifi is hard to find in LA. If only they had a pool!! more

We have stayed at the Ambrose three times and always have a good experience. The rooms are very nice. I love the breakfast. The courtryard is cute and the taxi will take you or pickup from the nearby promenade. It's also near the beach but without paying the beach prices at the other hotels. Great location if you plan on... more

I found the Ambrose Hotel very comfortable, clean, well-appointed, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. My room was quiet, bathroom huge, the staff was mostly helpful, and it was fun to take the cab to the pier. It's pretty convenient, so close to Wilshire blvd, and I had no problems getting around. the breakfast was quite elaborate, for one used... more

Santa Monica can be expensive. The Ambrose is about 20 blocks from the beach, but is reasonably priced and includes a very good continental breakfast and parking at no additional charge; when I was searching Santa Monica hotels, I found no other hotels that included free breakfast and parking. Noise bothers me in many hotel rooms, but The Ambrose was... more