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The Ambrose Hotel

1255 20th St, at Arizona Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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The Ambrose Hotel
Ranked #6 of 34 hotels in Santa Monica
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Los Angeles, California
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Note: This is a review of the special event staff, not the hotel. I was very excited to reach out to The Ambrose to explore a group block for my wedding. Despite its location (not prime Santa Monica real estate), the front desk staff was incredibly warm and polite, the rooms look lovely, and the hotel has amazing reviews. Unfortunately... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Jessica; Please allow me to first " congratulate " you on the remarkable lifetime event of your upcoming marriage !! I am extremely disappointed to say the least. The failures you mentioned certainly are not exemplary of our Ambrose traditions of superior guest experiences. I would certainly welcome the opportunity to listen to your occasion for us to service... More

Kokomo, Indiana
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This is a wonderful Hotel. It is tucked away and easy to miss. It actually felt like a treasure to find. My wife and I stayed here for a quick get away and were sad to leave. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The decor is very nice. It almost feels like a spa hotel. The rooms had an... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Thank you, JoshuaB175 from Kokomo, Indiana... for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. Kokomo sounds a little " californian " ! We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit,... More

Sacramento, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Ambrose Hotel in Santa Monica is a beautiful hotel and so, so fun! I stayed with my partner for three nights while celebrating my daughter's birthday and we couldn't have had a better time. The staff were super friendly and had lots of good suggestions for restaurants, bike rides, and walks in the neighborhood. The hotel is a beautiful... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you, janeanne24 from Sacramento, CA... for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback... More

Denver, Colorado, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The Ambrose hotel is beautiful and has so much to offer. The rooms are comfortable with the feel of home and the staff goes out of their way to make your stay even better. I loved the healthy choices for breakfast and the neighborhood is quiet and welcoming.The beach is within walking distance, there are so many great resteraunts within... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
1 May 2013

Thank you for your positive comments on the Ambrose Hotel. Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and instantly get to know our Southern California " vibe" throughout the entire hotel, staff and accommodations... that easy, comfortable at home feel. We strive to provide accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your... More

Santa Monica, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Surprisingly quiet (unexpected given the hospital across the way), with a neighborhood feel, this hotel actually feels like you're staying at a friends home, rather than a hotel. The TVs are in desperate need of replacing (they're the old fashioned kind), and if you like a soft pillow, bring your own (they offer a "feather" pillow, but it's not much... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Thank you yogachic so much for your positive feedback about the Ambrose Hotel. We appreciate your research in finding us. We work very hard to deliver excellent service that is both warm and relaxed every day, for every guest, every stay. Your feedback makes it all worth it More

lancaster
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

If you are looking for a small inn out of the hustle and bustle of LA, The Ambrose is the perfect option for you. Some of the plusses: walking distance to the beach (2 miles) and great restaurants, a delicious complimentary breakfast with delicious pastries, muffins, yogurt and fruit, quiet (did I say QUIET in LA?!), nice hotel staff, calming... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Thank you JuliefromLancaster so much for your positive feedback about the Ambrose Hotel. We appreciate your research in finding us. We work very hard to deliver excellent service that is both warm and relaxed every day, for every guest, every stay. Your feedback makes it all worth it More

WestMids, UK
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We stayed here for a couple of nights, had our room upgraded so we got a little terrace area as well. The room was a great size, tv, wardrobes, desk two armchairs, massive beds. The bathroom was a nice size. The terrace was nice to get some fresh air in the morning. The location is great too, the area felt... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2013

We couldn't have said it better... Thank you for your positive review and comments about the Ambrose hotel. Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and accommodations like their own home. Our staff strive to provide service & accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback makes it all worth... More

Toronto, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

My husband and I spend five nights at the Ambrose Hotel and were very happy with our overall experience. Our room was fantastic - beds were comfortable and the room was very quiet; we didn't hear any noise from the hallways or outside. The breakfast was a nice touch. The complimentary shuttle was definitely one of the highlights of our... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
23 April 2013

We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and instantly get to know our entire hotel, staff and accommodations like their own home. We strive to provide service and accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback makes it all worth our efforts. More

Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

My partner and I were traveling around the US for 3 weeks and this was the best hotel we stayed at. The beds were big and comfy, TV services were great and best of all, a complimentary breakfast every morning which consisted of muffins, pastries, cereal, yoghurt, coffee, tea, bagels and strawberries. They offer a free shuttle bus service around... More

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2013

We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel and instantly get to know our entire hotel, staff and accommodations like their own home. We strive to provide accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest. Your positive feedback makes it all worth our efforts. More

Toronto
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Great little hotel, very well located in Santa Monica. Service was excellent especially the complimentary shuttle service. Rooms are very comfortable and the complimentary continental breakfast is excellent.

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General M, General Manager at The Ambrose Hotel, responded to this review
23 April 2013

We couldn't have said it better... Our first time guest's frequently find our hotel as being like their own "home". Most comments declare that it's an easy place to get to know our entire hotel, staff and accommodations like their own home. We strive to provide accommodations that exceed our guest expectations on every visit, every day for every guest.... More

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Also Known As:
Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica
Ambrose Hotel
Address: 1255 20th St, at Arizona Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Region: United States > California > Santa Monica
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Onsen Hotels in Santa Monica
#5 Family Hotels in Santa Monica
#7 Business Hotels in Santa Monica
Price range (per night): S$302 - 399
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