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Sea Shore Motel: Traveler Reviews


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2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Lovely hotel

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4 of 5 stars
Rea_Thomson 4 contributions
Scotland
Jul 16, 2008 | Trip type: Friends getaway
3/3 found this review helpful

Stayed here for 4 nights in June 2008 with a friend. We had a delux one bedroom suite - and it was massive! There was a huge bed, with a sliding wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside table with lamp in the bedroom. The living area was large with TV, DVD player, coffee table and fold out sofa bed, which was comfy as both a bed and sofa. There was a large dining table, and a spacious kitchen - with the biggest fridge and microwave I have ever seen. The bathroom was also fine and the shower worked well.

Everything was clean and in good condition. The tilled floors were lovely. We had a private balcony which was nice to sit on for a bit, but overlooked the main street - so wasnt too private! However this is worth it for the location - short walk to the beach, and within walking distance of both Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. We also walked to Third Street Promenade, although there are plenty of buses if you want them. The staff were friendly, but as our stay was short and we had no problems we had little dealings with them.

There is no pool but its so close to the beach and there is so much to do in Santa Monica this was not a problem at all. With regards to noise we did not notice anything despite it being on a main road. There is also a locked gate before you reach the room doors for added security.

I would deffinately recommend this hotel, I cannot fault it. It exceeded my expectations and would have enough room for a family of 4 comfortably.

  • Liked — Size
  • Disliked — Hauling our suitcases up a flight of stairs! No safe in the room (not that we found anyway)
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay June 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since April 01, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Shopping
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Ideal for a short stay

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4 of 5 stars
LacyTracey 5 contributions
South Devon
Jul 2, 2008 | Trip type: Family
2/2 found this review helpful

We stayed for one night in June. It's in a very good position for touring Santa Monica, right on Main Street. 30 minute walk to 3rd street Prom, also lots of shops along the Main Street area. The Pier and beach are close by. Rooms were clean, hotel staff very friendly, nice coffee shop next door for breakfast. Free parking. Would stay there again .

  • Liked — Location
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay June 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since February 03, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Shopping
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Fine and dandy hot spot on a atmospheric street

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4 of 5 stars
Italianchamp 1 contribution
Tuscany
Jun 26, 2008 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2/2 found this review helpful

Just stayed at the Sea Shore last weekend for a beach vacation. We were stuck in the middle of a wedding party that were annoying and obnoxious. They made the street noise even seem peaceful. But besides the ruckus, the staff were very welcoming and kind (they tried to shut the noise down), the rooms were spot-less clean, and the location off the motel was in the heart of party central.

I loved the fact that there were plenty of free parking and never had to pay or wait for a space.

The staff had more personality than Soul Train.

Take advantage of the patio and sun deck.

  • Liked — Next to the beach
  • Disliked — Street noise
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay June 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since June 26, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Okay room/great location for beach/Pier

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3 of 5 stars
autumn_moon67 1 contribution
Vancouver
Jun 22, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

Stayed there earlier in June and the reviews I read were right about the traffic noise and about the rooms, so I knew what to expect. My room was clean, the style outdated and the traffice noise from the morning would wake me up but a great location for getting to the beach and getting to other places.

  • Date of stay June 2008
  • Member since March 22, 2008
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Friendly but pricey

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3 of 5 stars
chilipalmer83 6 contributions
amsterdam
May 13, 2008 | Trip type: Solo travel
3/3 found this review helpful

I stayed here for one night in october 07. I had room at the back of the complex so traffic noise was not a real issue. The staff was very friendly and helpful, giving advice on the area and letting me use their internet to check in for my flight the following day.

Location is great, a short walk from the beach. Busstops nearby to the airport and santa monica pier.

room was ok, outdated but clean and fairly roomy.

Downside was the price which is high for a simple motel

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since May 13, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405