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Sonder The Beacon
3 stars

Sonder The Beacon

1301 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States
Santa Monica, CA
See location+1 617 300 0956
From
£146
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 891 reviews
891 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
£146
King room
£155
Superior room
£166
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Situated close to 4th/Colorado Los Angeles Metro Station, Hotel Shangri-La Santa Monica provides guests with an ideal base while in Santa Monica. It is located a brief stroll from the Santa Monica Public Library, Santa Monica State Beach and Sovereign Hotel.

Guests staying at Hotel Shangri-La Santa Monica can enjoy taking a dip in the outdoor pool, working out in the fitness centre or relaxing with a drink at the bar. After checking in, guests can unwind with a massage or unwind in the hot tub.

The charming rooms at this 4-star hotel feature a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Each includes its very own bathroom with a hair dryer and bathrobes.

In-house dining options include restaurant, which is an ideal place to have a meal. A variety of dining options are also available in the surrounding area.

Hotel Shangri La Santa Monica is conveniently located for sightseeing in the local area with Third Street Promenade just a few minutes away. Pacific Park is a short walk away.

Rating
7.8
Good
Based on 891 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Sonder The Beacon

Mon 12/5
Tue 13/5
Queen room
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£146
1 queen bed
£156
1 queen bed
£156
King room
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£155
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£158
1 king bed
£163
Standard Room
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£196
bed type unknown
£197
1 queen bed
£209
Superior room
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£166
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£233
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£244
Deluxe room
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£190
1 king bed
£198
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£201
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Amenities at Sonder The Beacon

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon

Workspace

  • Desk

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Sonder The Beacon

7.8
Good
891 verified ratings
Wonderful
316
Very good
154
Good
140
Okay
82
Fair
77
Mediocre
59
Poor
63

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the hotel's prime location near Santa Monica beach. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness and the condition of the facilities, with some rooms being described as old and cramped. Overall, while the service and location received praise, the hotel needs to address cleanliness concerns to enhance guest satisfaction.
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Service9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Please don't waste your money
Cons (-) The staff was extremely rude, flowers were delivered to me that I didn't get untill a day and a half later, room service was poor, room is dirty, I would rate this a two star hotel.

Location

1301 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade302 yd
  • Illusion Magic Lounge430 yd
  • Sovereign Hotel0.4 mi
  • Santa Monica Public Library0.4 mi
  • Santa Monica Pier0.4 mi
  • Santa Monica Looff Hippodrome0.4 mi
  • Pacific Park0.5 mi
  • St. Monica Catholic Church0.5 mi
  • Christopher Grimes Gallery0.7 mi
  • Santa Monica Civic Auditorium0.7 mi
  • Annenberg Community Beach House1 mi
  • Horatio West Court1.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sonder The Beacon

Low season

September

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

£268

Average price (weekend night)

£260
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Sonder The Beacon

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sonder The Beacon

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sonder The Beacon, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sonder The Beacon, plan to stay on a Thursday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Sonder The Beacon was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £286, while the most expensive was £286.
  • How long should you stay at Sonder The Beacon? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 days.
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FAQs when booking at Sonder The Beacon

  • Where is Sonder The Beacon located?

    Sonder The Beacon is located at 1301 Ocean Avenue in Downtown, 0.2 miles from the centre of Santa Monica. Third Street Promenade is the closest landmark to Sonder The Beacon.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sonder The Beacon?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Sonder The Beacon.

  • Does Sonder The Beacon offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sonder The Beacon offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Sonder The Beacon from the airport?

    Sonder The Beacon is 2.8 miles from Santa Monica. Sonder The Beacon is 7.4 miles from Los Angeles.

  • Does Sonder The Beacon have a pool?

    Yes, Sonder The Beacon has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sonder The Beacon hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sonder The Beacon in Santa Monica and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sonder The Beacon and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sonder The Beacon.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city centre

0.2 mi

Nearest airport

Los Angeles

Distance to airport

7.3 mi

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