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Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Property class: 3.5

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A rooftop terrace with sun loungers and a view of the cityscape.
The Gateway Hotel Santa Monica with a clear view of its exterior signage and architectural design.
A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, a squat rack, and weight machines.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a view of the city through the window.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a wooden partition.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$334
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Explore the area

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1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
  • Place, Santa Monica College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Place
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a view of the city through the window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(143 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and artwork.

1 King Accessible Roll-In Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and artwork on the walls.

1 King Accessible Bathtub

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large wardrobe, a desk with a flat-screen TV, two beds with white bedding, and a painting on the wall.

2 Queens Accessible Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a television.

2 Queens Accessible Roll-In Shower

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, a large window with blinds, and a wall mural.

1 King Sun Deck

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Santa Monica

At Gateway Hotel Santa Monica you'll be 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Santa Monica Pier and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Santa Monica Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre, a terrace and a computer station. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Pico hotel, you'll be 4.9 km (3 mi) from Venice Beach and 4.9 km (3 mi) from University of California, Los Angeles.

What's nearby

  • Bergamot Station Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Montana Avenue - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Monica College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Monica Place - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Third Street Promenade - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 10 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪DK's Donuts & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Goodboybob Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A fitness centre, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Gateway Hotel Santa Monica. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 23.01 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

American ExpressDiners ClubDiscoverJCB InternationalMastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 23.01 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica on 20 Oct 2026 start from AU$334, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

Yep, Gateway Hotel Santa Monica has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 23.01 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

The closest beach to Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is Santa Monica Beach (2.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

No, Gateway Hotel Santa Monica does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Gateway Hotel Santa Monica?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 920 out of 1602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 1602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1602 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Close, the lots of great spots and restaurants great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, centrally located
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, professional staff great clean easy to get to a lot of great places in Santa Monica stay there often
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beds and pillows wonderful sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and the room is very clean, love it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you’re visiting St. John’s hospital or if you want to be in Santa Monica.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great room and deal
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Onsite parking, really comfortable beds and pillows. Staff was nice, location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was super clean, the staff was great, it was quiet, the rate was fair…we were very happy!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. All necessary needs met. Over the last month I have stayed several times . Definitely plan to stay again in a couple of months. I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is exactly what you'd expect, in a good way! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and it was a perfect place to stay for my needs. I'll definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheyenne Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and close to lots of amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice, clean hotel. Construction was taking place & it was still pleasant. We walked to the beach & plenty of nice eateries nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hotel comfy beds slept well. Air conditioning was awesome really cold even the fridge was great cooled my drinks fast appreciate the stay we will be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated areas, very neat and claen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite, clean rooms. Recently renovated. Convenient location. Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room, close to all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joseph and andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, my wife and I had a problem with leaving our identification back in Vegas and they still let us check in. Thanks again for the complamantery breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026