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Loews Santa Monica Beach HotelvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
Both Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles are praised by expert writers. On balance, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel ranks marginally higher than The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles. Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel ranks #20 in Los Angeles with positive reviews from 11 reviewers such as Zagat, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Fodor's
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Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
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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
The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
Concierge Fodor's Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Zagat Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
900 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
From $359/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "It's a Ritz, so you know the drill: 123 elegant rooms done up in sophisticated neutral palettes, marble bathrooms... and a staff that bends over backward to please."
Fodor's "Within steps of L.A.'s vast convention center, the Ritz has its own small lobby and rooftop pool separate from the JW Marriott, also in the same shiny skyscraper." Full review
Star Service "Set on floors 22-26, with just 123 rooms, guests can count on unbelievably panoramic vistas, as well as superlative service and upscale dining." Full review
Gayot "Featuring a metal-and-glass façade patterned with transparent and non-transparent blue and green glass, The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles stands out in the downtown skyline."
BlackBook "Towering Downtown Ritz-Carlton has all about spectacular views. Dominates the vista."
Zagat "All of the contemporary, high-tech quarters feature marble bathrooms with rain showers and separate soaking tubs, stylish furnishings and sweeping views of the city."
Travel + Leisure "Stretched through a sleek glass high-rise, The Ritz-Carlton is the pinnacle of Downtown luxury." Full review
Afar Magazine "Every room, restaurant, fitness machine, and rooftop poolside lounger has unparalleled, panoramic views of the Los Angeles basin." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Offering peace, pampering and privacy in ultra-chic surroundings." Full review
Jetsetter "Biz-meets-pleasure icon with a sexy rooftop pool and Wolfgang Puck restaurant in downtown L.A." Full review
