Palihouse Santa Monica

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Residence) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Suite, Multiple Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(608 Ratings)

Hotel in Santa Monica, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this hotel

Mediterranean Santa Monica hotel in North of Wilshire with a fitness center
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking, and concierge services.
Palihouse Santa Monica offers 38 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Santa Monica, CA

Nearby attractions

Dodger Stadium

24.8 mi

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

19.7 mi

Aquarium of the Pacific

40.3 mi

Point Dume

28.2 mi

Available Rooms

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Residence)

1 King • 650 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King)

1 King • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Grand Studio Residence King)

1 King • 550 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Queen)

1 Queen • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen • 600 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Palihouse Santa Monica

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8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(608 Ratings)

Hotel in Santa Monica, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Santa Monica, CA

Nearby attractions

Dodger Stadium

24.8 mi

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

19.7 mi

Aquarium of the Pacific

40.3 mi

Point Dume

28.2 mi

Available Rooms

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Residence)

1 King • 650 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King)

1 King • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Grand Studio Residence King)

1 King • 550 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Queen)

1 Queen • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen • 600 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(608 Ratings)

1.0 / 10.0

Dec 2024

Bathrooms with hair from previous guest. The staff decided not to serve breakfast on day of arrival. They said they would have rolls and coffee from 7:00 am to 10 am. The staff n charge showed up at 7:15 both days of my stay with no sense of urgency to get coffee and rolls out! Valet was also late…

4.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

Parking was tough and valet was sometimes not there

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

Location

2.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

The check-in experience was fine. The hotel was as expected for an older “boutique” hotel. The experience the morning of departure and for the following 72 hours (still ongoing) has been nothing short of horrible. I began itching while in bed at the Palihouse from 2 am until 6 am when I finally got up and showered - still no relief. The evening after my departure I was diagnosed with a chewing louse (lice) infestation. My doctor has been treating me with multiple insecticides but I’m still in significant discomfort and isolated to a room in my home to prevent spreading it to my family and contaminating my home. I called the Palihouse Hotel the day after my diagnosis on Saturday 09/07 and asked for a manager but was told “he is out but you can call back on Monday”. … this was after sharing the diagnosis. My response was, “How about I give you my number and the manager calls me? I was in room 112 and want to know what you can do to make this right?” - Still no call… I would think that a public health concern at the hotel you are managing would warrant a call, even on a weekend.

3.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Lobby and grounds are beautiful but hotel is a little quirky. No liquor license if you want a drink at the hotel, and minimal staffing. Lots of character throughout - our room had a full kitchen, breakfast nook, walk-in closet and ante room for make-up/dressing.

3.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

It was a nice room. They need better service in regards to room service (1.5 hr wait for coffee) and coffee bar had very limited hours (need to leave to get water and food).

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Property was beautiful, room was a good size and very clean. Decor and overall vibe was nice. Staff was friendly and helpful. The location was great. Easy to walk to bars and restaurants or to the boardwalk/beach. It was a warm night without AC. The room had large windows to open to let in a breeze but this offered little to no privacy. Screens were in disrepair and the neighborhood was a bit noisy at night, but overall experience was good. Glad we tried it out but not sure it’s worth the price. We were charged for valet parking and the vehicle was too large for the garage so we ending up paying the parking fee for the valet to leave the vehicle parked on the street near the hotel. Had we known, we would have found a spot on our own and saved the $50.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Love the Palihouse brand.

3.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

This hotel is okay, but for the price I was pretty underwhelmed. You get the charm of an older property, but that comes with downsides like old plumbing, thin walls, noisy stairs and single paned windows. If you like peace and quiet I don't recommend. I also think the hotel could have done more to add luxury. The bed felt old, there were chips in the tub glaze making it uncomfortable to stand in and there were barely any outlets in the bedroom making it hard to charge your phone while sleeping. Staff was kind and helpful. They were understaffed during my stay so I believe my room was ready a little late, but not much. They were very apologetic about it. Overall just screamed bad management who only cares about surface appearances and not the actual experience of their guests. I would not book again.

4.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Lovely hotel in a great location. Feels very “old Hollywood”. Does not have a bar or real restaurant- small lunch and breakfast menu.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

We loved our stay, the room was spacious and very comfortable.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Great stay. Would definitely return.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Clean and comfortable with character. Was a great and quiet option just off the main area. Felt very safe and in the neighborhoods instead in the commercial areas. Great choice!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

We loved this historic property, the architectural details, outdoor spaces, interior design and the exceptional staff.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

I love the personability of the Palihouse. The rooms are tasteful and plush, no“cookie cutter” decor, and the lobby is like a giant living/dining room. If you’re looking for a scene this wouldn’t be for you, if you’re looking for a tasteful, cozy home-away-from-home establishment in a great location stay here.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful stay, loved it so much I’m bringing my wife back from Arizona to stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful vintage property, uniquely stylized and updated while keeping a really special timeless appeal. My new oasis in LA!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Nice place, no one was at front desk for good 10 minutes though .

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

One of the most unique and special hotels we have ever experienced! The architecture and design of this hotel is stunning and so wonderfully curated, unlike anywhere we’ve ever stayed before. Our room was beautiful and felt very private. Upon checking in, the staff was immediately so kind and welcoming, and we had nothing but positive experiences with them throughout our stay. Cannot recommend Palihouse enough — we never wanted to leave!

4.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful hotel! However, I would not recommend having breakfast there. It was up on one waitress to serve food to guests in the lobby, outdoors and room service! She did her best running with the tablets to the elevator to serve guests food in their rooms and next, one of the guests in the lobby got the breakfast. We waited for a long time and then, she didn’t bring what I had ordered. Coffee was long cold before we both had our breakfast finally. Checking out was another problem! The printer wasn’t working so the front desk clerk tried to email me the receipt. However LTE wasn’t working on my phone but she didn’t know their WiFi password, imagine! She ordered a technician to come forward to help her out. It took us forever to check out. At such a hotel I expect they know their business and have enough staff to serve breakfast. I felt sorry for one overwhelmed waitress.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

This hotel is a true gem. Every detail was chosen with care and beautifully incorporated to fit the aesthetic of this historical building. It’s very cozy, feels lived in and sort of magical. The room was spacious and our bed was very comfortable. However, it’s really the staff at this property that made our stay special. Everyone was very kind and went above and beyond to attend to our needs. We will definitely be back!!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

This is an amazing hotel walking distance to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. The feel of the hotel makes you feel you're in a different country. The staff is incredible and the service at the lobby is first class.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

The uniqueness and classic beauty of the property exude a European charm reminiscent of traditional Mediterranean or Spanish architecture, surrounded by a beautiful garden. Upon entering the lobby, you are greeted by a beautiful light and a fireplace adding to the ambiance. Even if your visit is for business, the hotel steers away from the typical corporate atmosphere, providing a relaxing environment with excellent service from the staff, including exceptional servers and housekeepers like Angelica and Nancy. While I didn't give a five-star rating for the condition of the property due to its age compared to newer hotels, the character and charm of the hotel more than compensate for it.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful building, so much charm.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Property better maintained than expected - like a private villa and room was spacious with a little kitchen.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

This is a great space. I was upgraded to a wonderful suite. The staff was very helpful. My one smallish issue is that they do not have a bar. I was visiting my daughter and some of her college friends and we wanted to grab a cocktail after dinner. It would have been great to invite them all back to my hotel hut instead we had to go to a busy bar at another hotel.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Had the best stay at this Palihouse. It has the best vibes and the staff was so great.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Unbeatable location and super friendly staff.

8.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Good.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

An amazing property - unique, interesting, comfortable. A couple blocks from the beach, a couple blocks from 3rd street promenade. Perfect for a weekend away in Santa Monica.

4.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Love the hotel but they need to add modern conveniences to rooms; brighter lighting, usb ports, outlets on nightstands. Water pressure was weak.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

My husband and I stayed at Palihouse for a work trip and absolutely loved the friendliness of the staff! The food was delicious too. We had a breakfast burrito that was worth every penny. They also serve cookies in the afternoon and I think I will dream about them, they were so good. The only improvements would've been that I wish they had more bikes available. They were all booked by 9 am. The valet also wasn't the most helpful with bags when we left. He just stood by the driver side while we were juggling all our stuff. I don't mind that but if a tip is expected, I'd hope for a little more assistance.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Quick trip to Santa Monica, I had lived in Santa Monica for 20 years and was always interested in the old embassy hotel. It was a delight. I will return.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Stay was amazing but you need to let guests have a smoking area on property. Thank you.

2.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Beautiful old building in great location. Daytime weekend staff and management outstanding and very friendly. Night staff horrible, undertrained, rude. I have never experienced such ego and demeaning behavior. I felt unsafe and wasn’t given the room I booked. I never heard back from GM that the behavior I experienced was unacceptable or that anything was being done about it. Luckily the day team made up for it. No local parking options and no valet after ten and the staff can’t assist with other parking options in area- would not recommend arriving after ten…

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

This place had great character, no cookie-cutter motel here. Nice staff, seamless experience.

2.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

No bar, bikes were not available, coffee service didn’t start until 8:30 am. rooms were dingy and old. will not stay here again.

2.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

no internet on day 2, no answer to reception calls, food service super slow . . . .

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Hidden gem! We loved the Palihouse. The room was spacious and comfortable. The common areas were great! We were so happy to have found it. Quite neighborhood. Great stop for a couple on a weekend getaway!

6.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

The staff was very unavailable, hard to get in touch with them. The parking situation is weird, they told me they would park my car out front because I had an early morning check out, but I had to pick up my own car in an alleyway while it was still dark (unsafe).

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Monica?

The average price for a rental in Santa Monica is R 3,715 per night. This rental is R 1,840 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Palihouse Santa Monica. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Palihouse Santa Monica pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Palihouse Santa Monica?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, laundry, balcony or patio, and tv.

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Palihouse Santa Monica

Hotel in Santa Monica, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Monica, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Residence)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Grand Studio Residence King)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Queen)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Palihouse Santa Monica

Hotel in Santa Monica, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Monica, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Residence)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Grand Studio Residence King)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Queen)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Monica?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Palihouse Santa Monica pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Palihouse Santa Monica?

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