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Loews Santa Monica Beach HotelvsOmni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
Both Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza. Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 11 reviewers including Gayot, The Telegraph and Zagat.
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
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1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
From $340/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Walk to the ocean side of the soaring atrium here and you feel like you're on a cruise ship." Full review
Lonely Planet "This fine hotel does everything to put you in the mood for a beach vacation." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Its family-oriented, ocean-view pool and excellent gym make the 342-room Loews in Santa Monica a reasonable option for business travelers and families." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Very close to the sand and Santa Monica Pier, this large resort makes children feel comfortable with activities, special welcome kits, and free stays for those under 18."
Star Service "Superior to Le Meridien Delfina, the former Sheraton, this is the queen of the middle ranks, for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Gayot "Has a lot more to offer than simply its superb surfside setting, although the ocean views, sea breezes, memorable sunsets and private access to the beach are all pretty fabulous."
Zagat4.3
"You "can't beat the location" of this oceanfront retreat, whose pool overlooking the Pacific "steals the show" even though the property also boasts "fantastic" on-site dining."
Travel + Leisure "The surf-side location of this Santa Monica property makes it popular for families with kids." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has been a hallmark of Santa Monica’s Ocean Avenue since it opened in 1989." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"In the heart of Southern California’s most renowned neighbourhood of sand and surf lies the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel." Full review
Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza Fodor's Oyster DK Eyewitness
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251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
From $99/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "The 17-story Omni is in downtown's cultural and business heart, just steps from the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Los Angeles Philharmonic's home, Walt Disney Concert Hall." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"This 453-room luxury hotel caters largely to business travelers and other adults." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Walk to Walt Disney Concert Hall, MOCA, and other downtown landmarks from this modern hotel in the Financial District."
Rough Guide "Fancy, Bunker Hill hotel with plush rooms with internet access, swimming pool and weight room. Adjacent to MOCA and the Music Center."
Time Out "Located close to Downtown's growing cultural district, the Omni offers theater and concert packages for those wanting to come here and catch a show or attend a party." Full review
Star Service "It is a world away from the spotlights, glittering galas and red carpets that drive the exciting new LA Live complex.
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Gayot "A quintessential big city hotel, this Bunker Hill institution is adjacent to the Museum of Contemporary Art and close to Little Tokyo and Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral."
Zagat4.3
""You can walk" to the Staples Center, Convention Center, galleries and restaurants from this "well-located" find "nestled in the middle of Downtown"."
Lonely Planet "Omni is all buttoned-up business during the week but its lower weekend rates make it an attractive choice for families and culture vultures." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Though this slick downtown property is a business-traveler favorite, it caters to families through the Omni Kids program." Full review
