Huntley Santa Monica

Santa Monica, Los Angeles

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Ocean View Room
The Penthouse Lounge
The Penthouse Restaurant
The Penthouse Bar
Ocean View Room
The Penthouse Lounge
The Penthouse Restaurant
The Penthouse Bar

The hotel

Retreat to this stylish hotel in a residential pocket of Santa Monica, yet just a shell's throw from the beach and Third Street Promenade. The Huntley is both classy and playful, with a modern urban design, and those little touches that make a difference — we all love a chocolate on the pillow at turndown. But perhaps the real wow factor at the hotel is The Penthouse restaurant and lounge, where both locals and guests come up to the rooftop to watch the sunset over the Ocean. With signature cocktails (and happy hour too), and bar food like cured meats and tacos, this one is definitely worth a visit.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

In the centre of Santa Monica just 2 blocks from the beach and a block from Third Street Promenade. Venice, Malibu, Hollywood and Beverly Hills are a short drive away.

Hotel information

204 rooms on 17 floors in one building. All have 60-inch HDTV, complimentary WiFi, mini bar*, Nespresso coffee machine, hairdryer, safe, iron and ironing board, and Bvlgari bathroom amenities. 

Deluxe City View Rooms are located on floors 3-8, and have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Premier Ocean View Rooms are located on floors 9-17, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Gym. Bicycle rental (4 hours complimentary). 

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. 24-hour concierge. Valet parking*. Laundry service*. 

This hotel has a resort fee of $25 per room, per night. This fee is subject to change and is payable locally. Some rooms may include the resort fee in the rate, while others may exclude it, requiring payment upon arrival. Please refer to your specific room's terms to determine if the resort fee is included or excluded.

Resort fee includes: - High-speed WiFi throughout hotel – In-room Nespresso machine (4 capsules daily) – 2 bottles of water at turndown – Newspapers (Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Local Newspaper) – 24-hour fitness centre access with water, towels and fruit – 24-hour business centre – Domestic phone calls – Beach towels – Shoe shine service. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating The Huntley - Santa Monica. Great service, beautiful hotel, needs a couple of slight improvements.

Jun 30, 2025 Jonathan B Trenton, Texas

A business meeting was extended by an extra day to allow for personal time with my spouse. The hotel is beautiful, but the number of children occupying the "Relaxation" spa area was annoying, as it was neither private nor relaxing, given that they, along with a parent, treated it like a play pool. The service was excellent, and the complimentary… Read more
A business meeting was extended by an extra day to allow for personal time with my spouse. The hotel is beautiful, but the number of children occupying the "Relaxation" spa area was annoying, as it was neither private nor relaxing, given that they, along with a parent, treated it like a play pool. The service was excellent, and the complimentary hotel driver was a great perk. The Penthouse restaurant was beautiful, but the day I had breakfast there, workers began tearing up the floors. Bad timing award. Read less
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Jun 27, 2025 Stay27523

The ambiance, the view, the pillows/bed were the most comfortable. The restaurant food was delicious and view was spectacular. Celebrating my birthday at the Penthouse was a great choice, the staff at the hotel and restaurant were professional, kind and friendly. I was provided with a warm welcome. Front desk Vivian and the general manager… Read more
The ambiance, the view, the pillows/bed were the most comfortable. The restaurant food was delicious and view was spectacular. Celebrating my birthday at the Penthouse was a great choice, the staff at the hotel and restaurant were professional, kind and friendly. I was provided with a warm welcome. Front desk Vivian and the general manager attention to detail about my birthday was unmatched. I’ll forever remember the experience. Handwritten card meant so much to me. I can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend the hotel, the beach is steps away so the area was perfect. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great stay!

Jun 26, 2025 863nicolew McKinney, United States

Super comfortable bed, great shower, clean rooms and easy walking distance to beach, shops and restaurants. Great hotel for a weekend getaway!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent Hotel with Friendly Service

Jun 25, 2025 jackiemI8528WD Boston, Massachusetts

Excellent location, clean and comfortable rooms, worth every penny. My expectations for hotel and room quality (size, bedding, noise, location, etc.) at this price point are high, and the Huntley certainly met all of those. For me, what pushed this over to a phenomenal experience was how friendly and accommodating the staff were. I had my… Read more
Excellent location, clean and comfortable rooms, worth every penny. My expectations for hotel and room quality (size, bedding, noise, location, etc.) at this price point are high, and the Huntley certainly met all of those. For me, what pushed this over to a phenomenal experience was how friendly and accommodating the staff were. I had my departure flight change to a much later time, and the staff was so helpful in changing my checkout time, transport, etc. They made what could have been a very stressful time for me so much easier, and for that they now have a return customer! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great option close to the beach, nightlife and restaurants/bars

Jun 21, 2025 midwstgirl Dallas, Texas

Great location, Easy walk to the water, pier, Venice Beach, restaurants/bars. Although the penthouse bar/restaurant was tops. Give it a shot. Get the breakfast burrito! Clean and spacious rooms. High tech in the rooms---no light switches here! Good sized bathroom, easy for two people to navigate at the same time. Lobby inviting. … Read more
Great location, Easy walk to the water, pier, Venice Beach, restaurants/bars. Although the penthouse bar/restaurant was tops. Give it a shot. Get the breakfast burrito! Clean and spacious rooms. High tech in the rooms---no light switches here! Good sized bathroom, easy for two people to navigate at the same time. Lobby inviting. Friendly smiles from all staff. Great experience. Read less