Sea Blue Hotel is a charming old-school beach hotel located just a few minutes from the Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade, offering easy access to shopping and dining. Guests appreciate the perfect price and location, making it a good choice for those seeking an affordable stay near the beach. The hotel features cozy and clean rooms, although some guests noted that the rooms could use updates and that the bathrooms are small.
While the beds are comfortable, some rooms have smaller beds and showers that may not accommodate taller guests. Parking is available for a fee, but spaces are limited and guests are advised to plan accordingly. Customer service receives high praise, with staff providing friendly assistance, including early check-in and extra time for check-out. However, some visitors expressed concerns about safety at night due to the presence of homeless individuals nearby and the thin walls that allow outside noise to enter rooms. Despite these issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the overall experience at Sea Blue Hotel, especially its convenient location and friendly service.
We just stayed here for 5 days and it was an amazing experience! Clean rooms, great location and kid friendly! We will definitely be back
September 2026
Tidy old school hotel with a lot of character. Would have scored the room higher if it had Air conditioning. In the heart of all the attractions. Not the place to be if you are wanting walk out beach front, which would cost double. Would stay again.
July 2026
Basic necessities covered. No parking included and it's not communicated anywhere, beware. Walking distance to everything, so car is not strictly necessary.
