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Cal Mar Hotel Suites

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Santa Monica Beach

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Courtyard
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
TV
Reception
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
220 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA, 90403
  • Third Street Promenade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Monica Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (California)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (California)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Poolside

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Poolside

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (California)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds (California)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Monica

At Cal Mar Hotel Suites you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchenettes. .This smoke-free hotel offers concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden, luggage storage and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Wilshire Montana hotel include University of California, Los Angeles and Westwood Village.

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ocean Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Venice Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 15 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bungalow - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Penthouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪1212 Santa Monica - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cal Mar Hotel Suites

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Santa Monica Beach
As a guest of Cal Mar Hotel Suites, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Cal Mar Hotel Suites also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Cal Mar Hotel Suites offers 36 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 27.50 per night)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 27.50 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Cal Mar Hotel Suites?

Yep, Cal Mar Hotel Suites has a covered self car park for USD 27.50 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Cal Mar Hotel Suites?

Yep, Cal Mar Hotel Suites is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach.

Does Cal Mar Hotel Suites have a pool?

Cal Mar Hotel Suites has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Cal Mar Hotel Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Cal Mar Hotel Suites is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cal Mar Hotel Suites?

No, Cal Mar Hotel Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cal Mar Hotel Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cal Mar Hotel Suites?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cal Mar Hotel Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michele

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Walkable to the ocean. This property is great if you don't plan to spend time in your room. We were placed in a "courtyard" room which overlooked the dumpsters for the hotel across the street. Heater in room did not work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Business traveller

A Motel 6 experence

Great location; but outside light is bright & blinds don’t block so needed blind fold; heater did not consistently work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barb

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
OLD, furniture not clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute retro apartment. Lots of space.
The living room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location and Price, little tired

Great location and price, the place is a little tired however clean and met my needs. I would definitely book again when staying in Santa Monica.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

freda, louisville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Bernard, Los Angeles

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Crazy people at this hotel. Noisy. The walls are so thin you can hear everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Santa Monica

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local Santa Monica favorite. Easy, comfortable, like being at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, plenty of room, kitchen stocked, overall great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: The property reminded me of the show Melrose Place. Several units surrounded a pool with vegetation. We stayed in a one bedroom unit that had a door separating the bedroom and bathroom area from the living area. In room 315 the bedroom window was next to the street, but the noise didn’t bother us. That says a lot because we live in the country and aren’t used to any traffic or pedestrian noise at night. The hotel provided the softest towels I’ve ever used. Both beds were comfortable. The couch easily pulled out to a queen size bed. Large TVs that worked great. Wi-Fi available. Full kitchen with sealed bags of ice in the freezer were provided. There is lots of shopping and restaurant options within walking distance. We visited CVS and Target several times. It is a couple blocks from the beach and within walking distance of the Santa Monica pier (wear comfortable shoes!) Don’t miss the 7th street shopping pavilion. Very cool vibe and lots of neat little stores next to a mall. The staff at the front desk was always helpful and friendly. Cons: I didn’t see an elevator so we hauled our luggage up the stairs. The room had a slight odor, but once we bought a couple of Glade plug-ins, it was fine. It could’ve used some updating, but we’re not very picky people and it didn’t bother us. The pool wasn’t heated, but since we went in December we weren’t expecting it to use it. If you go in the summer and need air conditioning double check that that’s available. Fans provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quaint that the rooms had original (from the 50s?) windows, heating, and plumbing, but windows were not very sound proof, the heater was noisy and the pilot light had to be restarted by the staff, and the toilet was noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minseok

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable, comfortable and clean.

The hotel was in a convenient location and offered off-street parking. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms are former one-bedroom apartments and are a bit older but quite large for entertaining and cooking of meals if you would like to stay at home instead of eating out. The furniture in the living room needed to be changed out, but the bed was very comfortable. The shower was hot and had good water flow. If you’re disabled, it would be difficult to enter the building and get into the room because you have to go up stairs. Bring your own water because there is not a purifier on the tap.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price for this location was excellent. I was just staying the night for a surgery the following morning so it was perfect for me. If you wanted a spacious and quiet place right in the heart of Third Street Promenade and near the Santa Monica Pier and didn’t mind that it was old and run down and didn’t look nice and has old and pretty broken down furniture,,, for like half the price or better than nearby decent hotels,,, then this place is perfect! Staff was nice, helpful and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the area, nice, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about Cal Mar 2 min walk to the beach or 5 min to Montana Street high-end Melrose type boutiques, fine dining 10 min to Santa Monica pier! Carlos check me in and was nice friendly very welcoming and Rose checked me out SUPER sweet and great end to my lovely visit! Hopefully next time i get a early check! Definitely recommend to my Sister and our cousins when they visit in April! Can’t wait to go back! Thanks Rose and Carlos and Cal Mar suits!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a former apt. building so the rooms are apartments. Very spacious. Had living room and dining table a and a small kitchen, 2 TV's. A small pool. About 3 blocks form the beach and close to Santa Monica Pier. Restaurants weren't that close.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Beatriz

Travelled with family
Está muy descuidado el hotel los cuartos limpios pero alrededor arañas suciedad y sus condiciones del hotel muy viejo y para mi caro sin aire acondicionado demasiado calor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina, Edmonds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traveling through area, stopped one night. Very comfortable place with pool and walking distance of beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Clean suite that was convenient to just about everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024