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Hotel Shangri La Santa Monica

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Hotel Overview

Overlooking the Pacific since 1939, Hotel Shangri-La is a dramatic beacon of Art Deco beauty, Hollywood allure, and Los Angeles history. Perched on a high bluff, mere steps from the beach, this timeless Santa Monica boutique hotel has undergone a $30 million redesign -- promising you a stylish haven to see and be seen.

Each lavish, non-smoking Santa Monica hotel room and suite affords you sweeping ocean views. Our lush courtyard with elevated pool and cabanas encourages mingling and sunning. The gourmet restaurant, The Dining Room, offers first-class cuisine and hushed intimacy, and our posh, rooftop bar doubles as a glamorous host for exclusive events. Summoning the ambiance of a chic private club, our inspiring accommodations are a stirring embodiment of art, luxury, and architecture.

Experience the legendary history and contemporary luxury of Hotel Shangri-La -- the ideal getaway for discerning travelers. Perched atop a bluff, only steps from the beach, this exclusive hideaway blends a timeless Art Deco design with stunning Pacific Ocean views.

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Travel Green

The Hotel Shangri-La is dedicating itself to being environmentally conscious. The newly redesigned hotel includes many eco-friendly elements and amenities which allow guests to enjoy a sustainable escape with good conscience. Included in the list of eco-friendly elements are:

  • Bath amenities from Natura Green. Packaging is made recycled paper and bottles are biodegradable (made from a cornstarch based product), and all products are non-animal tested;
  • $5.00 off Overnight Valet Parking for guests driving a hybrid vehicle;
  • Bottled Water provided from Natura Waters. All carbonization and filtration are done on-site and glass bottles are sanitized and reused;
  • Non-toxic, organic cleaning products are used for housekeeping;
  • An Electric Cart is available for hotel staff to use for running local errands;
  • All paper products and stationary are printed on recycled paper;
  • Rooms are furnished with Dual Flush low flow toilets;
  • Men’s restrooms have waterless urinals, sanitized by natural products versus water;
  • Hotel Shangri-La has partnered with a recycling agency to pick up all bottles and cardboard (recycling bins are not a standard city service in Santa Monica);
  • A bedside card noting that the sheets will not be changed daily unless requested is displayed, saving thousands of gallons of water annually;
  • Hotel Shangri-La has partnered with Midway Car Rental agency, which offers the largest selection of hybrid cars and is located blocks from hotel;
  • Newspapers are delivered to guest rooms upon request, not as a standard, to save thousands of copies that are never read;
  • The restaurant is supplied by local vendors and purveyors;
  • The wine list features primarily American wines to help lower carbon impact;
  • The hotel has double layered the windows to prevent loss of heat and air conditioning;
  • A gray water filtration/settling station has been installed that will take all impurities out of the run off water before releasing it;
  • Compact fluorescent lighting used throughout the hotel; and,
  • Pool is solar heated.

Hotel Amenities

  • Business Center
  • Concierge
  • Dry Cleaning/Valet Laundry
  • Fitness Center
  • Front Desk Open 24 Hours
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Room Service

Restaurants

The Dining Room

Despite our relative youth, Hotel Shangri-La offers an array of delightful dining options celebrated among the best Santa Monica restaurants. Serving up tantalizing dishes, The Dining Room, our gourmet restaurant overlooks the Ocean and Palisades Park. Savor tasty selections featuring only the freshest ingredients from the nearby Santa Monica Farmer's Market.

The Poolside Bar

The Poolside Bar offers refreshing specialty cocktails and light entrees. And if you prefer to relax in the comfort of your room or suite, In Room Dining is available. From sumptuous breakfasts to late-night grill favorites, we offer the ideal Santa Monica dining experience for all tastes.

Hotel Policies

  • Check-in Time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out Time: 12:00 PM
  • Valet Parking: $33.00 per day
  • Rollaway: $50.00
  • Pet Policy: $150 Non refundable pet fee