Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Suburban hotel with restaurant, near Santa Monica Pier

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

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.

VIP Access

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Gym
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

$199 nightly

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

275 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

275 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

1 King Accessible Roll-In Shower

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

340 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

1 King Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Rainfall showerhead

340 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

2 Queens Accessible Bathtub

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Rainfall showerhead

321 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

2 Queens Accessible Roll-In Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

321 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Free breakfast
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$162 nightly

Dec 4 - Dec 5

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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 - 3.0 km
Santa Monica Pier - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Santa Monica Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Venice Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 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
‪Tartine Santa Monica - ‬4 min walk
‪Goodboybob Coffee - ‬5 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.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 123 rooms

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

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 10 2025 to February 28 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Business center
Lobby
Select guestrooms

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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 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

8.6

Excellent

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

Elevator

What guests liked

Parking was convenient, secure, and reasonably priced with easy access via elevator. (55 reviews)
The on-site restaurant and nearby eateries offer excellent dining options with great food and convenient locations. (17 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.

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 3, 2025

Everything was amazing...

Enrique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 19, 2025

Very helpful staff and nice accommodating rooms.

Boris, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 15, 2025

Great Hotel - when visiting Providence Hospital

Great location for Providence Saint John's!! 1.5 blocks away and fairly safe for walking to and from the Hospital. Plus Restaurant alongside SoCalo - the Street Bowl has mega Grilled Veggies!!! And the Open Breakfast bar is great to crab a bowl of cereal, yogurt, fruit & coffee!! Definitely a Great Value overall

Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 12, 2025

Friendly, clean hotel in good area.

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 18, 2025

Location was good and convenient

Madhan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 11, 2025

Convenient location, easy to go to the beach. Shopping and restaurants nearby.

SOPHIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 4, 2025

Great location

Diana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 14, 2025

Nice room, friendly staff, great location.

Brent, 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., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 21, 2025

Walkable to nearby restaurants.

David, 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, 2-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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 25, 2025

The beds here were super comfortable.

Joshua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 2, 2025

Excellent and friendly staff

Geoffrey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 12, 2025

Recommend due to location to hospital, local dining, staff, cleanliness

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 10, 2025

Nice and clean. Relatively inexpensive for the area. Would stay here again.

Tyler, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 27, 2025

Nice clean property and very affordable for the Santa Monica area.

Wendy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 10, 2025

Clean and safe

Caren, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 28, 2025

Staff was great!

Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 20, 2025

Easy parking, walkable location to dining, updated rooms.

Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 5, 2025

Great Find

This is the cleanest hotel ive ever stayed in. This was our 6th time staying there!

Miriam S, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 23, 2025

Solid place to stay near downtown

Good place, good location, good customer service… no complaints at all.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 8, 2025

This was a lucky find. I am so happy that we chose to stay here for my niece’s graduation.

Sherry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 27, 2025

Really appreciated the kind, respectful and courteous service, the staff at The Gateway Hotel, received my Mom, Tia (aunt) and I, from the moment we walked into the front lobby. Our room was clean, organized and comfortable. Very presentable, thank you truly to The Gateway Hotel staff members.

Jaime, 1-night trip