OCEANA

Perfectly poised on one of the country's most famous ocean view strips, Oceana Beach Club hotel is a quaint boutique property that has become Los Angeles' hidden hideaway to luxury, sophistication and beachside privacy.

US$ 33 per night

US$ 20 per room, per night

"Gorgeous" rooms and suites (with Frette towels, Egyptian cotton linens and high-def TVs) in a "beautiful deco building" across from the beach in Santa Monica set this "lovely, intimate" find apart; the "knowledgeable" staff, fitness center and large heated pool with poolside dining and drinks are also draws.

Generous-size suites, soundproofed windows, an open-air courtyard and pool, and ocean proximity add up to a delightful boutique hotel. There's a distinctly SoCal beach vibe: the welcoming residential feel begins in the glass-covered lobby where guests sit down to check-in. A colorful, designer-perfect lounge is for guests only. Business types like the in-room offices with extra-large work...

Snuck in among the posh apartment buildings on the north end of Santa Monica's beachfront boulevard, the revamped Oceana looks and feels more like a home. This palm-shaded complex—set around a heart-shaped pool—is an unassuming 70-room seaside retreat that attracts a mix of couples, families, and showbiz execs. Stuffed with brightly colored sofas and offbeat artwork, no two rooms are exactly...

Full-on luxury resort with intimate touches and details, tucked away amidst a Santa Monica residential area. Just steps from the beach and the 3rd Street Promenade. All suites—and really very sweet on service and private beauty. Nice sky-lit lobby, suites on the lanais, Frette linens, and totally laidback, almost European atmosphere. Accommodations come expensive, but if you look around enough,...

Oceana Santa Monica, Bespoke Luxury by the Sea.