Husband and I spent 3 nights at Cal Mar in April. We were very surprised at the size of the motel rooms - large bedroom, lounge area, dining area, separate well serviced kitchen, loads of wardrobe space and a reasonable bathroom. The shower was hot and strong although the bathroom was perhaps the most tired of the rooms. We were... More

I have travelled extensively to the Santa Monica area and my greatest joy was trying different hotels. I've experienced the best money can buy (Shutters on the Beach) and well, if not the worst, the not-so-good (Hotel California). But for the past two years I've consistently gone back to the CalMar Hotel & Suites as IMHO, it offers the best... More

As others have said the rooms in this hotel are very spacious with living room and kitchens as well as the bedrooms. The location is fantastic with all of the shops, restaurants and sea front attractions close by within walking distance. Others have said what a family friendly place this is and that seems to be true. Only down side... More

Staying here is like actually living the dream in Santa Monica; groovy man. Like it used to be before Reagan came along. You know, after the war (vietnam). Its cool here. Yes the furniture is new and classy but it still has that casual 1973 style I like. 5 minutes walk or skateboard to beach and nearby bars and chicks....So... More

The Car Mal Apartments are in Santa Monica. We chose this location to be close to the beach, and also to escape the craziness of Hollywood / central LA itself. After spending a day in central LA, we were pleased we had done this – it was good to be able to escape. Santa Monica has plenty of restaurants etc... More

Our friends live in a small flat on Ocean Avenue and this was a great place to stay while visiting for a few days. The price was great and the location was ideal. It is a block away from both the beach (and the Fairmont resort!) and a block away from the 3rd street promenade shops. Clean and comfortable bed.... More

This is a great location, 1 minute walking to ocean or third street promenade. Pool is very nice and warm. Staff is very helpful and friendly. You have to pay for internet $10 per day and parking $15 per day but it is still a good deal considering the location. The hotel is extremely dated, think 50's but very clean... More

Stayed here for three days location excellent one block from third st. Easy walk to beach. Rooms large and clean with kitchen. Pool was soooo warm children lived in it. Could be a little noisy at night but acceptable. Only niggle $9 for wi-fi not really on nowadays. Starbucks on corner of third has free wi-fi. We would definitely go... More

Overall, we enjoyed this retro hotel. We arrived late in the afternoon and were greeted by a very friendly, helpful staff. Check in process was a breeze. Found the suites to be spacious and, though somewhat dated, they are immaculate. The place was spotless and everything was in good working condition. Amenities: full kitchen (gas stove), full size fridge, toaster,... More