The Ambrose Hotel (Santa Monica, CA) - Hotel Reviews

Address: 1255 20th St, at Arizona Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Region: United States > California > Santa Monica

Amenities:

Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Room Service Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#3 Onsen Hotels in Santa Monica

#6 Family Hotels in Santa Monica

#8 Business Hotels in Santa Monica

Price Range: $$$

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: The Ambrose Hotel. Unique . Influenced by design, yet also inhabits the sights, sounds and tastes of its surrounding neighborhood. Your Place. That warm feeling of being at home. In fact, the last thing we want to do is make you feel like a guest. Because truth is, we’re guest’s in your life… sharing space . Of something bigger. A memory. A stay experience. Luxury. With it comes authentic service and a feeling that you’re in a special place quite unlike anywhere else in Southern California, Santa Monica… or , the world. ... more less

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Also Known As:: Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica; Ambrose Hotel

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vwomyn

New York

Reviewer

4 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

5 helpful votes

“This Hotel Needs to Learn About Customer Service”

Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

This would have been our 3rd stay at the Ambrose hotel--and one we were very much looking forward to. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 6pm, we were told that our room had been given to another guest who extended their stay due to a hospital visit, and that we had been "relocated" to another hotel 10 minutes away. While I... More

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A H

Orcutt, California

2 reviews

“Charm outdone by annoyances-won't be back”

Reviewed June 10, 2013

This was a mixed experience. Pros: Pastries, juice and coffee at the breakfast were yummy. Cons: The space to get the breakfast was so cramped (by a buffet that could be moved back), people had to go slowly and gingerly or risk bumping into each other. Coffee in the room was $2.00! Pillows too fat and cheap! Walls so thin... More

We’re very sorry to hear that your stay experience was not to your satisfaction. Noisy neighbors are allotted to time zone changes, foreign travelers or simply late trendy "out all nighters"... We attempt to exceed every guest expectation on every stay and I am terribly sorry that this did not happen for you on this special occasion. While we would... More

TeamJK

Los Angeles, California

Senior Contributor

34 reviews

34 hotel reviews

Reviews in 28 cities

85 helpful votes

“Terrific, charming oasis hidden in Heart of Santa Monica”

Reviewed June 2, 2013

My wife and I booked a hotel room for a one night getaway (we live in Encino with two kids) and could not have been more pleased with the tranquil atmosphere, friendly staff, and convenient location. It's not by the beach - 20 blocks away - but it sure is a cozy place to come back to after a long... More

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Thank you for your positive comments about The Ambrose Hotel. Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and instantly catch our Santa Monica "vibe". They get to know our entire hotel, staff and accommodations like their own home. We strive to provide accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback... More

rwoman

Norfolk, Virginia

“not quite zen like”

Reviewed May 28, 2013

The hotel is well located and reasonably priced for the area. Our room, however, had lost that "zen feeling" reviewers have alluded to. The room was very , very dark and the dark woods and carpet didn't help. The shower curtain was inadequate and needed replacing. The concierge appeared on our last day and staff, while friendly, seemed a bit... More

We are extremely sad to hear that we failed to meet your expectations in staying at The Ambrose Hotel. We strive to exceed our guest expectations on every stay for every guest. Your comments will be shared with our Team Members in our efforts to alleviate this from future guest stays. More

JoshuaB175

Kokomo, Indiana

Reviews in 2 cities

4 helpful votes

“Little gem”

Reviewed May 10, 2013

This is a wonderful Hotel. It is tucked away and easy to miss. It actually felt like a treasure to find. My wife and I stayed here for a quick get away and were sad to leave. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The decor is very nice. It almost feels like a spa hotel. The rooms had an... More

Thank you, JoshuaB175 from Kokomo, Indiana... for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. Kokomo sounds a little " californian " ! We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit,... More

janeanne24

Sacramento, CA

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“Fantastic little hotel in Big LA!”

Reviewed May 7, 2013

The Ambrose Hotel in Santa Monica is a beautiful hotel and so, so fun! I stayed with my partner for three nights while celebrating my daughter's birthday and we couldn't have had a better time. The staff were super friendly and had lots of good suggestions for restaurants, bike rides, and walks in the neighborhood. The hotel is a beautiful... More

Thank you, janeanne24 from Sacramento, CA... for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback... More

Desirea H

Denver, Colorado, United States

1 review

“The time of my life”

Reviewed April 29, 2013

The Ambrose hotel is beautiful and has so much to offer. The rooms are comfortable with the feel of home and the staff goes out of their way to make your stay even better. I loved the healthy choices for breakfast and the neighborhood is quiet and welcoming.The beach is within walking distance, there are so many great resteraunts within... More

Thank you for your positive comments on the Ambrose Hotel. Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and instantly get to know our Southern California " vibe" throughout the entire hotel, staff and accommodations... that easy, comfortable at home feel. We strive to provide accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your... More

yogachik

Santa Monica, California

Contributor

18 reviews

16 hotel reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

31 helpful votes

“Quiet and Convenient”

Reviewed April 27, 2013

Surprisingly quiet (unexpected given the hospital across the way), with a neighborhood feel, this hotel actually feels like you're staying at a friends home, rather than a hotel. The TVs are in desperate need of replacing (they're the old fashioned kind), and if you like a soft pillow, bring your own (they offer a "feather" pillow, but it's not much... More

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Thank you yogachic so much for your positive feedback about the Ambrose Hotel. We appreciate your research in finding us. We work very hard to deliver excellent service that is both warm and relaxed every day, for every guest, every stay. Your feedback makes it all worth it More

juliefromLancaster

lancaster

5 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

1 helpful vote

“A jewel in Santa Monica”

Reviewed April 25, 2013

If you are looking for a small inn out of the hustle and bustle of LA, The Ambrose is the perfect option for you. Some of the plusses: walking distance to the beach (2 miles) and great restaurants, a delicious complimentary breakfast with delicious pastries, muffins, yogurt and fruit, quiet (did I say QUIET in LA?!), nice hotel staff, calming... More

Thank you JuliefromLancaster so much for your positive feedback about the Ambrose Hotel. We appreciate your research in finding us. We work very hard to deliver excellent service that is both warm and relaxed every day, for every guest, every stay. Your feedback makes it all worth it More

hexuk

WestMids, UK

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

“Brilliant place to stay”

Reviewed April 23, 2013

We stayed here for a couple of nights, had our room upgraded so we got a little terrace area as well. The room was a great size, tv, wardrobes, desk two armchairs, massive beds. The bathroom was a nice size. The terrace was nice to get some fresh air in the morning. The location is great too, the area felt... More

We couldn't have said it better... Thank you for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback makes it all worth... More

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