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The Ambrose

1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, US
4.6Excellent
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Gym
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry
Parking
Non-Smoking

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About this property

In Santa Monica (Mid-City) With a stay at The Ambrose in Santa Monica (Mid-City), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Santa Monica Pier and 6 minutes from University of California, Los Angeles. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Santa Monica Beach and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Venice Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 55-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at The Ambrose in Santa Monica (Mid-City), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Santa Monica Pier and 6 minutes from University of California, Los Angeles. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Santa Monica Beach and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Venice Beach.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Santa Monica College - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Third Street Promenade - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Santa Monica Place - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Santa Monica Beach - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Santa Monica Pier - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Main Street Santa Monica - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
University of California, Los Angeles - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Riviera Country Club - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Westwood Village - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Topanga State Park - 5.1 km / 3.1 mi
Venice Beach - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Abbot Kinney Boulevard - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Venice Beach Boardwalk - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 23.7 km / 14.7 mi
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 23.2 km / 14.4 mi
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 25.9 km / 16.1 mi
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 45.2 km / 28.1 mi
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 49.8 km / 31 mi

The preferred airport for The Ambrose is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 55-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Dining

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is nearest airport (approximately 11 miles away). Hotel shuttle is not available. One-way taxi from the hotel costs approximately $35.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Secure underground parking with in and out privileges. $28.00 (plus tax) a day

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 2:30 AM
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets are not allowed.

Fees & policies

  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $33.41 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach towels Concierge service Fitness center access In-room safe Shuttle service We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $5 to 25 per person Covered self parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) Early check-in fee: $50 (subject to availability) Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ambrose?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - 2:30 AM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM.

Where is The Ambrose located?

The Ambrose is located at 1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, US.

What attractions are near The Ambrose?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Santa Monica College - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi Third Street Promenade - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi Santa Monica Place - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi Santa Monica Beach - 3 km / 1.9 mi Santa Monica Pier - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi Main Street Santa Monica - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi University of California, Los Angeles - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi Riviera Country Club - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Westwood Village - 4.8 km / 3 mi Topanga State Park - 5.1 km / 3.1 mi Venice Beach - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi Abbot Kinney Boulevard - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi Venice Beach Boardwalk - 6 km / 3.7 mi Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi The nearest airports are: Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 23.7 km / 14.7 mi Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 23.2 km / 14.4 mi Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 25.9 km / 16.1 mi Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 45.2 km / 28.1 mi Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 49.8 km / 31 mi The preferred airport for The Ambrose is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX).

Does The Ambrose offer parking?

Secure underground parking with in and out privileges. $28.00 (plus tax) a day

How do I get to The Ambrose?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is nearest airport (approximately 11 miles away). Hotel shuttle is not available. One-way taxi from the hotel costs approximately $35. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at The Ambrose?

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.

What amenities does The Ambrose offer?

The Ambrose features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Free Wi-Fi, Laundry, Parking, Non-Smoking.

What are the rooms like at The Ambrose?

Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 55-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Is The Ambrose pet-friendly?

Pets are not allowed at The Ambrose.

What fees should I know about at The Ambrose?

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $33.41 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach towels Concierge service Fitness center access In-room safe Shuttle service We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $5 to 25 per person Covered self parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) Early check-in fee: $50 (subject to availability) Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at The Ambrose?

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Parking height restrictions apply. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).