When you stay at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Monica Pier and University of California, Los Angeles. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Santa Monica Beach and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is close by: 17th Street/SMC Station is just 9 minutes by foot.
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 41 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 42 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 42 min drive
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 59 min drive
Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
Van Nuys Station - 20 min drive
Los Angeles Cal State Station - 23 min drive
17th Street/SMC Station - 9 min walk
26th Street/Bergamot Station - 15 min walk
Downtown Santa Monica Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 6 min walk
Taco Bell - 5 min walk
DK's Donuts & Bakery - 6 min walk
Goodboybob Coffee - 5 min walk
Fromin's - 6 min walk
About this property
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica
When you stay at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Monica Pier and University of California, Los Angeles. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Santa Monica Beach and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is close by: 17th Street/SMC Station is just 9 minutes by foot.
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
24-hour business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Beach towels
Facilities
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Visual fire alarm
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Covered self parking costs USD 17.70 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Gateway Hotel
Gateway Santa Monica
Gateway Santa Monica
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Hotel
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Santa Monica
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Hotel Santa Monica
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Hotel Santa Monica does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 17.70 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Park Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Gateway Hotel Santa Monica like?
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is in Pico, a short 9-minute walk from 17th Street/SMC Station. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Parking
Restaurant
Bed
Beach
Coffee
Bathroom
What guests liked
Parking was convenient, secure, and reasonably priced with easy access. (53 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near the beach, with many guests enjoying a short walk to the shore. (16 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Very clean
I loved this hotel! Very clean comparing with all the hotels that I have been staying over the years in Cali!
Roxana
Roxana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
A very clean & friendly place to stay that’s a short distance from the beach. Parking on site & a fantastic place to have dinner downstairs (SOCALO). Room was comfortable with a great view of some towering palm trees.
Scott
Scott, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Great place to stay
carla
carla, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Solid hotel. Most affordable hotel in the area. Good location, clean and good service.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Convenient to beach, fair price, good location
Alfred
Alfred, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 12, 2025
The stay was nice
Desiree
Desiree, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Clean, comfortable, convenient location
The cleanliness was exceptional! That’s very important to me!
Elinor B.
Elinor B., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Friendly, clean hotel in good area.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
The Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is a solid choice for travelers, offering clean and well-maintained rooms that deliver reliable comfort without being overly fancy. The décor is modern and inviting, with functional amenities that meet guests’ needs for a hassle-free stay. Most importantly, the staff proved attentive and responsive—always ready to assist with a friendly smile and prompt service.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Good value, clean accommodations.
Well-priced Santa Monica facility. More like a motel than a hotel, but I would stay here again.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Staff was friendly and location was great.
Cecelia
Cecelia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Enjoyed my stay. Would stay again.
Destini
Destini, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Great location
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Enjoyed my stay. They have convenient i door u dergroynd parkingClean rooms with a comfortable bed..convenient restaurant with delicious dishes. In close proximityto the Santa Monica Pier and the 3rd St. Promenade shops.
Shanice
Shanice, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
It was a clean, friendly place. Great restaurants a short drive away. Santa Monica Pier a short drive also.
Richelle
Richelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Rooms were family friendly
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
The staff at this hotel are wonderful. The hotel is clean and in a great location for walking all over Santa Monica or hoping on the bus.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Stayed for two nights. Cute area and super friendly staff. I wish they offer hot breakfast, but stay was great overall.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Nice room, friendly staff, great location.
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was extremely nice. Nice location, not far from the pier.
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Really enjoyed my stay. Could use minor upgrades.
Destini
Destini, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Comfortable and clean and spacious room.
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Walkable to nearby restaurants.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
Nice hotel, clean, professional, 1.7 mi to beach, not much of anything around the place.
Scott William
Scott William, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Nice and clean. Relatively inexpensive for the area. Would stay here again.