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
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Gym
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
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
$204 nightly
The total price is $237
$237 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Very good
11 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
321 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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1 King Accessible Bathtub
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
340 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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1 King Accessible Roll-In Shower
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
340 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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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
DK's Donuts & Bakery - 5 min walk
Taco Bell - 5 min walk
Tartine Santa Monica - 4 min walk
Goodboybob Coffee - 6 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 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.
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
123 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (USD 17.70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
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
Fees & policies
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.
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Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
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 to underground parking. (52 reviews)
The on-site restaurant and nearby eateries offer excellent dining options with gourmet food and great atmosphere. (15 reviews)
The property's location is close to the beach, making it easily accessible for a nice long walk. (15 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
Great location and breakfast was included
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Staff was great, room was good and beds were comfy
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 29, 2025
Easy enjoyable stay.
lena
lena, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Amazing staff, awesome rooms!
Ikenna
Ikenna, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Quiet hotel and very friendly staff.
Jeanette
Jeanette, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Staff was great, helpful and room was comfortable. We would stay again.
KATie
KATie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 15, 2025
We love our comfortable stay, it’s a good option if you visit santa monica for the first time.
Sofia
Sofia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
It was very clean, and recently remodeled.
Julie Ann
Julie Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Very helpful staff and nice accommodating rooms.
Boris
Boris, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
Overall kind and helpful staff, conevenisnt location, and worked out for what we needed. It was also affordable, which was helpful!
Sabrina
Sabrina, 21-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 23, 2025
Very convenient for us to walk around.
Daisy
Daisy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Great place clean and convenient
Basic but helpful breakfast
Gym
Great room amenities
Dinar
Dinar, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 29, 2025
Great place to stay
carla
carla, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Perfect location
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
Very nicely located, easy to get everywhere from there. Comfortable rooms, very clean bathrooms and nice people at the front desk
Erick
Erick, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
Very convenient location for my 2 days of appts. Clean, spacious, renovated room. Walkable.
Mia
Mia, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 18, 2025
Location was good and convenient
Madhan
Madhan, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
Room was clean and quiet. Parking was easy. Convient to shopping and sining.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 9, 2025
Clean and great staff
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
I recommend it to my friends and family
Fattaneh
Fattaneh, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
Hotel staff was very friendly. Parking was great easy access off of main highways.
Alfred
Alfred, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 2, 2025
Convenient to beach, fair price, good location
Alfred
Alfred, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Convenient location, easy to go to the beach. Shopping and restaurants nearby.
SOPHIE
SOPHIE, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 12, 2025
The stay was nice
Desiree
Desiree, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 21, 2025
Very central to a lot of LA and Santa Monica activities