Independent, Santa Monica hotels

"Very convenient to Terminal 1, walking distance! Hotel is modern and comfortable with onsite restaurant. Loved the self serve market for late night snacks! Staff was very friendly and accommodating, and room was modern and spacious. I enjoyed my 2 night stay! "

"The hotel is nice. It is convenient to many things. We could see the ocean from our room. I was a little surprised with the $68 parking charge."

"Property is neat, tidy and well maintained. Easy accessible to nearby restaurant such as dunkin, whole foods & CVS. The room was big enough for two. The rooftop food were good and nice ambiance to do happy hour and eat some snack and drinks. "

"Its very safe newly renovated and very close to LAX."

"Staff was friendly, quick to answer any questions and fix issues. Definitely one of the SAFEST, CHEAPEST and best experiences I’ve had while traveling to LA. Location is solid for travelers. Easy. Done. N Done."

"So many construction going on "

"Great"

"We have stayed here multiple times when visiting Universal. I have never been disappointed. Rooms are clean, newly renovated, and quiet. Well priced and 20 minutes from the theme park. McDonald’s is 5 minutes away. And there are multiple soda machines in and around the hotel. I will always stay here on my vacations. "

"Beautiful property, wonderful staff, comfortable beds, pillows, bedding. Great views of the ocean. Loved our stay!"