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1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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“The beauty of this hotel is only overshadowed by the beauty of the front desk girls.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2012 via mobile

We are 5 Canadian men that travelled down for a sports trip and we were very happy with The Shore. Stevie and Lindsay at the front desk were both just swell. They showed genuine interest in our well being and were always eager to flash one of those million dollar smiles which considering how ugly my travel mates were, must have been hard to do. The only way they could have been any better was if they were twins. There hasn't been a team with the "one-two" punch as these girls since Gretzky and Kurri. The attitude they portrayed has made us all strive to be better people. The sun might set on the ocean but the warmest glow comes from behind the front desk at The Shore Hotel.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DieterSchmitz, Director of Guest Services at Shore Hotel, responded to this review
November 14, 2012
Loosehead17,
Thank you for your review and for choosing Shore Hotel during your sports trip from Canada. I will be sure to pass along your praise to Stevie, Lindsy and our entire passionate team here at Shore Hotel. As a team we aim to create a truly memorable and personable guest experience second to none and I am delighted we achieved this goal during your time with us. As a lifelong fan of the 2012 Stanly Cup champion Los Angeles Kings your compliment was an amazing one to say the least. On behalf of our entire team here at Shore Hotel we hope to see you in the very near future and we thank you for your review!
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Durango, Colorado
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“Blue Plate Taco”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012

I'm not actually reviewing the hotel, but the restaurant, which is located at the Shore Hotel on Ocean in Santa Monica.

Blue Plate Taco opened in October 2012 and is owned by the same person who owns the Blue Plate Oysterette. It's not a taco stand, but rather a more of a high-end bistro.

There were four of us eating lunch, and it was fabulous! The waitstaff was attentive and helpful. The scene and scenery was fun, being right on Ocean. And the food...loved it, from the flight of salsas to the Dulce de Leche milkshake! I had a seared ahi, which was prepared perfectly and practically melted in my mouth. The aguas frescas were amazing (we had ours without alcohol), flavorful mixtures that were well-balanced and refreshing, not cloying.

All in all, a memorable meal. Pricey, but worth the splurge! Go there, even if you're not staying at the Shore Hotel.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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November 14, 2012
DurangoFam,
Thank you for dining in our brand new onsite restaurant, Blue Plate Taco. I will be sure to pass along your compliments to the entire...
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Walnut Creek, California
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“Unexpected Fabulous Hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

The Shore Hotel was truly a lovely surprise. I booked the hotel through their receptionist and was prepared to leave after a day in the event we were disappointed. Well, our 7 night stay was extended to 10 (which is something my husband and I never do!), but the hotel was perfect. From the moment we arrived until our departure we were treated the same...respectfully and as if we were the only guests. In addition, the location was ideal. We parked our car in their garage and used it only twice to visit museums. Otherwise, we walked everywhere. Restaurants and shops for everyone. The Blue Plate restaurant in the hotel was such fun and the food was so good, we returned for a second dinner. It was the only repeat of our entire trip.
Obviously, you can see it was a delight to stay at the Shore (love the name!).
Northern California older couple!

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DieterSchmitz, Director of Guest Services at Shore Hotel, responded to this review
November 14, 2012
lovetotravelretirees,
Our entire team thoroughly enjoyed having you with us during your ten day stay. We are delighted you choose us for an impromptu stay and that our service levels were a key factor in extending your one night with us. We aim to create a uniquely personable guest experience that provides a refreshing escape from the mundane normal hotel stay many have come to accept in hospitality. We are ecstatic we succeeded in doing so during your time with us. I speak on behalf of our entire team when I say we were saddened to see you go but we look forward to having you back with us soon, thank you for sharing!
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“Great Spot”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

Our first night on our American holiday so a comfy bed and shower were sooooooo important great beds very comfy and good room size we had a pier view and were very happy. Very close to the pier and the yummiest onion rings at Rusty's on the pier too.

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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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November 14, 2012
Tarsha D,
Thank you for choosing Shore Hotel during your travels from Australia! We are delighted you had an excellent experience with us and we hope to have you back with us the next time your travels bring you to beautiful Santa Monica.
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“Chic hotel in a great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012

The location of The Shore is perfect, close to 3rd St promenade and the mall, close to the beach and lots of good restaurants, and right by the road if you're driving down to Venice or into the city, or onto the Pacific Highway.

Really nice fresh rooms, tastefully decorated. The shower was great, and I liked the overall design of the room, utilizing the small-ish space really well. A little gift of some chocolate and pretzels brought to the room after I arrived was a really nice touch.

Shame there were no breakfast options, it would be good if even the taco place next door accommodated this. Seems a shame not to have options. We were told on check in that the staff could order in from local restaurants for us for dinner, but there were no menus in the room or instructions to do this. A few extra touches like having some menus available would be great.

I didn't use the pool but it seemed like a good size and got sun most of the day. A little weird being right by the sidewalk but it was hidden enough not to worry.

Overall, great hotel with friendly staff. I will stay here again.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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November 14, 2012
Jillinthebox,
We appreciate the honor of being your choice hotel in Santa Monica during your visit from New Zealand! I will be sure to share your praise with our staff who will be delighted to hear you had a memorably personable guest experience with us. I have already shared your suggestions with our in room dining team to ensure the menu issue has been immediately rectified. Thank you for your valuable feedback and we hope to have you back with us in the near future!
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Address: 1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Region: United States > California > Santa Monica
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Bar/Lounge Beach Beverage Selection Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 34 hotels in Santa Monica
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The essence of legendary 5 star customer service and breath taking ocean views Shore Hotel celebrated our soft opening in early October of 2011 and are proud to be Santa Monica's first and only upscale boutique Gold LEED certified property. Shore Hotel is pleased to announce the recent opening of our poolside bar as well as the much anticipated opening of our restaurant, Blue Plate Taco on September 23rd, 2012. Shore Hotel is located on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, just steps from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, and the city’s popular beaches and shopping districts. Shore Hotel is the newest addition to the coastline—a Gold LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified property that offers eco-friendly accommodations with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Gensler Architecture conceived the Shore Hotel’s California modern design, which features 164 stylishly appointed rooms dressed in beach shades of teal and orange and outfitted with custom-made Teak wood furniture. ... more   less 
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