Huntley Santa Monica Beach

Tucked two blocks from the Santa Monica Pier on a quiet residential stretch, the Huntley Santa Monica Beach rises eighteen floors above the surrounding low-rise blocks, giving upper rooms unobstructed Pacific views rarely found this close to the sand. The rooftop restaurant, Penthouse, sits above every neighboring building for a mile.

Rooms favor floor-to-ceiling glass over balconies, trading private outdoor space for uninterrupted sightlines toward Palisades Park and the coastline. Third Street Promenade's shops and restaurants are a ten-minute walk inland, making the hotel practical for travelers who want beach access without staying directly on the boardwalk's tourist congestion.