Gateway Hotel Santa Monica offers a convenient and strategic location, just minutes from the beach and downtown Santa Monica, with many cafes and shops nearby. The hotel features spacious rooms that are clean and equipped, with comfortable beds that guests find relaxing after long travels or busy days. The staff is friendly, bilingual, and helpful, providing good service and assistance with various needs. Guests appreciate the complimentary bottles of water and the availability of coffee and tea in the rooms. While breakfast is simple and basic, it is served with kindness and enough to start the day. Some reviews mention that the rooms are a bit dated and could use a remodel, possibly new carpet, and note a musty smell in some rooms. Parking is available nearby at a reasonable daily rate, and the location makes it easy to access activities around the area, including the beach, cafes, and downtown attractions. Overall, Gateway Hotel Santa Monica provides a comfortable and affordable stay, especially for those seeking a place close to the beach and local amenities.
All five stars. Hotel was under renovation but could hardly tell. Service was seamless with no problems. Staff is friendly and helpful. I will stay again.
May 2026
We had a quick but lovely stay here. The staff were very nice and accommodating and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Location was excellent too. I loved the pancake machine! Elevators were quite slow but that is expected for an older building
May 2026
Friendly and helpful staff. Good location no charge for parking But most importantly the rooms and bathroom were clean
