Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with restaurant, near Santa Monica Pier

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Sundeck
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$209 nightly
The total price is $243
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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2 Queens Accessible Bathtub

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Accessible Roll-In Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queens Accessible Roll-In Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(123 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica College - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Third Street Promenade - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Venice Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 33 min drive
  • 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

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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

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

Very clean

I loved this hotel! Very clean comparing with all the hotels that I have been staying over the years in Cali!
Roxana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
carla, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Solid hotel. Most affordable hotel in the area. Good location, clean and good service.
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to beach, fair price, good location
Alfred, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The stay was nice
Desiree, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, convenient location

The cleanliness was exceptional! That’s very important to me!
Elinor B., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, clean hotel in good area.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value, clean accommodations.

Well-priced Santa Monica facility. More like a motel than a hotel, but I would stay here again.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly and location was great.
Cecelia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay. Would stay again.
Destini, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Diana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a clean, friendly place. Great restaurants a short drive away. Santa Monica Pier a short drive also.
Richelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were family friendly
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for two nights. Cute area and super friendly staff. I wish they offer hot breakfast, but stay was great overall.
Gregory, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, friendly staff, great location.
Brent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was extremely nice. Nice location, not far from the pier.
Melanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my stay. Could use minor upgrades.
Destini, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and clean and spacious room.
Emily, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walkable to nearby restaurants.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, clean, professional, 1.7 mi to beach, not much of anything around the place.
Scott William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean. Relatively inexpensive for the area. Would stay here again.
Tyler, 1-night trip