Shutters on the Beach

Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Star rating

Ocean View Room
One Pico
Ocean View Suite bedroom
Ocean View Suite living room
Upper balcony patio
Courtyard
Ocean View Room
One Pico
Ocean View Suite bedroom
Ocean View Suite living room
Upper balcony patio
Courtyard

The hotel

A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Shutters on the Beach is an award-winning establishment with a distinctly discerning clientele. Similar in style to a 1920s or 1930s beach resort, it is light, airy and luxurious with many works of art on show, including pictures by David Hockney and Robert Motherwell. Rooms and suites boast all the comforts of home and are very generous in size with great views of the ocean. Amenities include the gorgeous ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments, including the Signature Facial with Augustinus Bader. There’s also a swimming pool to laze by and a well-equipped fitness centre with sauna and steam rooms. One Pico is the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, showcasing a seasonally changing menu of modern American cuisine. If a more laid-back atmosphere appeals, however, beach-side cafe Coast more than fits the bill and is open from morning until night. For afternoon tea and evening cocktails, look no further than the lobby lounge, a cosy, intimate space that is popular with locals and guests alike.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Overlooking the golden sands of Santa Monica Beach, 2 blocks from the historic Santa Monica Pier with amusements and restaurants. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

198 rooms and suites on 7 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Partial Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

One Pico (fine dining restaurant – lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch). Coast (beach-side cafe – breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour and dinner). Lobby bar. Swimming pool with Pacific Ocean view, whirlpool. Fitness centre with unisex sauna and steam room. ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments*. Complimentary yoga classes on the beach. Gift shop. 24-hour room service*. Concierge service. Laundry/dry cleaning service*. Valet parking approx $40 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - Premium high speed internet access - Welcome Drink (valued at $20) - Daily Exercise Classes - Daily on-hour bicycle rental - Twice Daily in-room bottled water service - House car transfers within 3 mile radius. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Luxurious old charm hotel

Oct 11, 2025 holidaychicLondon London, United Kingdom

This is our 2nd time staying here, the 1st was two years ago and usually we don’t like returning to properties… but needless to say we will be back again! We arrived at the hotel at around 5.45am from an early overnight flight from Kauai.. we were shattered so we were thrilled to arrive and get checked in swiftly by Liz on the desk who switched… Read more
This is our 2nd time staying here, the 1st was two years ago and usually we don’t like returning to properties… but needless to say we will be back again! We arrived at the hotel at around 5.45am from an early overnight flight from Kauai.. we were shattered so we were thrilled to arrive and get checked in swiftly by Liz on the desk who switched some things around and got us into a room.. the room was gorgeous, tastefully decorated and furnished like we remembered.. The lobby has been redecorated and is even more stunning than before. The pool area is immaculate with a bar, hot tub and lots of sun beds.. We had breakfast and lunch at Coast -both delicious.. We had a drink in the bar before and after we went out for a local dinner which was lovely listening to the chilled live music with great service. This is truly a first class hotel which on both occasions has exceeded our expectations.. I’m at a loss reading some of the negative reviews.. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Outstanding dinner, service and experience at One Pico restaurant

Sep 4, 2025 PETER E

On August 31, 2025 I arranged a birthday party for my wife and 16 guests at Shutters, One Pico Restaurant. This is a beautiful setting with a view of the adjacent beach, ocean and setting sun. All guests commented that the pre-dinner hors ‘d’oeuves, appetizers, entrees and desserts, plus the birthday cake specially made by the chef, were all… Read more
On August 31, 2025 I arranged a birthday party for my wife and 16 guests at Shutters, One Pico Restaurant. This is a beautiful setting with a view of the adjacent beach, ocean and setting sun. All guests commented that the pre-dinner hors ‘d’oeuves, appetizers, entrees and desserts, plus the birthday cake specially made by the chef, were all outstanding and delicious. The service was also first rate and efficient, with a special mention for Jonathan. The evening event had been pre-planned with the help of Mary Thompson, who was extremely helpful, easy to work with and very efficient. As a result, the evening was an outstanding success. We will certainly be back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Doesn’t get better than this

Aug 16, 2025 lordgaino London, UK

A luxury hotel with a super chilled vibe. I can only describe Shutters as feeling as if you are staying in a rich friends beach house. Lovely staff, great food and beverage service. Luxury rooms, comfy beds. The location is just sensational. A truly special place. Highly recommend.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 5 star on the beach

Aug 11, 2025 DamianA791 Bath, United Kingdom

Fabulous hotel - I read some of the less positive reviews but can safely say this place knows how to look after guests. Wonderful 5 days, great staff, perfect location on the beach and 2 fab restaurants.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating You Get What You Pay For

Aug 10, 2025 Matthew K Maryland

Top flight experience, you get what you pay for. Best location in Santa Monica with direct beach access. Staff outstanding and considerate, especially all of the housekeeping folks. Only one ding: the hot tub in the pool area should be kid-free. Kids don’t need to be in a hot tub.