Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & ResortsvsPetit Ermitage
Both Oceana Beach Club Hotel and Petit Ermitage are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Oceana Beach Club Hotel ranks slightly better than Petit Ermitage. Oceana Beach Club Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 85 with approval from 16 reviewers including Time Out, Concierge and Zagat.
Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts Show All Reviews
849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
From $550/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"Snuck in among the posh apartment buildings on the north end of Santa Monica's beachfront boulevard, the revamped Oceana looks and feels more like a home."
Fodor's
"Generous-size suites, soundproofed windows, an open-air courtyard and pool, and ocean proximity add up to a delightful boutique hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"One of Santa Monica’s prettiest hotels, the Oceana has flirtatiously colorful decor reminiscent of the French Riviera. Many of the large suites have views of the ocean."
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"Snuck in among the posh apartment buildings on the north end of Santa Monica’s beachfront boulevard, the revamped Oceana looks and feels more like a home." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Lime green, eggshell blue, and canary yellow compose the punchy palette at this retro-beach-style boutique hotel." Full review
Time Out
"Across the street from the beach and a short walking distance from downtown Santa Barbara’s restaurant and bar scene, Hotel Oceana’s location cannot be beat." Full review
Star Service
" In fact, this remains the best small hotel in Santa Monica." Full review
Gayot
"A fresh, bright, airy and comfortable alternative to the massive, and generally impersonal corporate hotels, the Oceana is across the street from the bluffs overlooking Santa Monica beach."
BlackBook
"Just steps from the beach and the 3rd Street Promenade. All suites—and really very sweet on service and private beauty."
Zagat
4.3
""Gorgeous" rooms and suites (with Frette towels, Egyptian cotton linens and high-def TVs) in a "beautiful deco building" across from the beach in Santa Monica set this "lovely, intimate" find apart."
Petit Ermitage Show All Reviews
8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA 90069
From $229/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"An oasis of quiet just off the Sunset Strip... a great low-key (and lower-priced) alternative to the scenier scene just down the street at the Chateau Marmont."
Oyster
Upscale
"It's a matter of taste. The hotel's bohemianism -- think hipsters and distressed fixtures -- will appeal to some but not others." Full review
Time Out
"Just off the hustle and bustle of the Sunset Strip, this West Hollywood boutique gem houses suites from Demi to rooftop Masters Quarters." Full review
Gayot
"This bohemian-chic hotel just off the Sunset Strip offers an eclectic yet elegant atmosphere featuring custom-crafted antique furnishings."
BlackBook
"Like you've escape to a Marais B&B. Charmingly stylish rooms, Boho chic public spaces, make this LA's most romantic hideaway by far."
Travel + Leisure
"Inside the 80-suite property, you’ll find handwoven Turkish carpets, Roman and Dutch tiling, and art from de Kooning and Rauschenberg on the hand-troweled walls." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Tucked between West Hollywood's Santa Monica Boulevard and the Sunset Strip, this boutique hotel has an artsy, bohemian air." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"It may be in the heart of West Hollywood in Los Angeles, but Petit Ermitage hotel gives the impression that you've stepped into a Mediterranean dream world." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A true hidden gem in the middle of West Hollywood you'll want to keep to yourself." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If you're drawn to bohemian-chic environs with Turkish rugs, old-world antiques, rooftop bars and fine booze, then these suites may be for you." Full review