Consider a stay at The Ambrose and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Located in Mid-City, a neighborhood in Santa Monica, The Ambrose is near a metro station. Santa Monica Pier and Rodeo Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Studios Hollywood and Candy Cane Lane. Warner Brothers Studio and Griffith Observatory are not to be missed. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Santa Monica travel guide
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
What's nearby
Bergamot Station Arts Center
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Santa Monica College
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Third Street Promenade
4 min drive - 1.9 km
Gehry House
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Montana Avenue
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
17th Street/SMC Station
13 min walk
Los Angeles Union Station
19 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)
42 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven
9 min walk
DK's Donuts & Bakery
9 min walk
Starbucks
9 min walk
Taco Bell
8 min walk
Goodboybob Coffee
9 min walk
About this property
The Ambrose
Hotel near Santa Monica Pier
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Ambrose. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also find perks like:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
An area shuttle, an electric car charging station, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A banquet hall, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 77 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
55-inch LED TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Recycling, refrigerators, and premium channels
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Ambrose?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ambrose on Nov 1, 2026 start from P16,095, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 55 per night.
What time is check-in at The Ambrose?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from noon–2:30 PM for a fee.
What time is check-out at The Ambrose?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Ambrose located?
Located in Mid-City, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Monica College, Santa Monica Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. University of California, Los Angeles is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. 17th Street/SMC Station is 13 minutes by foot and 26th Street/Bergamot Station is 19 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Ambrose Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We really enjoyed our stay the location was great for us. Being able to use the bikes also was nice to get around town in a relaxed way. The staff was very nice and happy hour was a nice touch. The only feedback might be the signature sent in the lobby it may bother some people who are sensitive.
This is our 5th time staying at the Ambrose and is our go-to when we are visiting LA. he hotel has a boutiquey feel and is in a quiet area of Santa Monica but still close to everything. We enjoyed the daily happy hour offering complimenatry wine and beer and sitting in the relaxing outdoor patio. The indoor space is really nice too. The rooms are clean and spacious and the staff is very welcoming and helpful! We will be back!
I always enjoy staying at the Ambrose not only due to the location but because the rooms are always clean, bed is very confortable and the place is always very accomodating in every way.
Very easy place to stay, loved the front patio layout for hanging out and eating! Lots of places to eat and grocery store nearby, plus a bus line that takes you to the beach.
Enjoyed the staff and Jose was so friendly and ran the bar during happy hour! Great location across the street from Tartine and their car service and parking were great perks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jozen
Sep 6, 2026
Hotel is located in a great area, large rooms with friendly front desk staff. Housekeeping has to be requested and it’s very minimal at best - change of towels and garbage emptied.
Great stay - the staff was genuine and welcoming, coffee and lemon water always available made for some wonderful sit-on-the-beautiful-patio-and-relax moments, parking was easy and convenient. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat!
Overall the stay was very nice; however, for an high end hotel the cost of parking at the hotel should not be $55. The room was clean and the staff were cordial. The negative item was that the doors to the rooms slam shut so during the early hours of the morning the door to the room with a common wall slammed shut and I could not get back to sleep. As upscale as this hotel is, there are devices that slowly and noiselessly closes doors without the loud sounds and reverberations.
The hotel smells the best I’ve ever smelled at a hotel! Loved everything about this small boutique hotel. Also, you are directly across the street from an amazing breakfast spot called Tartaine!!
The Ambrose is a beautiful hotel. I loved my stay and I highly recommend. It is quiet and close to places to go in Santa Monica but a relaxing reprieve from all the hustle and bustle.
We visited Santa Monica for a medical reason. The staff was very helpful and the hotel driver drove us to our nearby hospital appointment. We will stay at this hotel again when we have our follow up visit. The hotel was quiet and in a residential neighborhood.