Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel vs The Garland

Same City · Los Angeles Distance: 18.8km
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Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

★★★ 3-Star
8.6 9
Los Angeles
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The Garland

★★★★ 4-Star
9.2 596
Los Angeles
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Live Price Comparison

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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Ocean Lodge San... The Garland
Agoda
8.3 (12)
9.1 (4,914)
Booking.com
7.9 (1,134)
9.1 (2,889)
Expedia
7.8 (904)
9.4 (2,644)
Trip.com
7.8 (102)
8.7 (128)
Overall Average
8.6 (2,152)
9.2 (10,575)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel The Garland
Strengths Strengths
+ Excellent location within walking distance to Santa Monica Pier and beach + Free shuttle to Universal Studios is super convenient, mentioned often
+ Friendly and helpful front desk staff + Pool with nightly movies and hot tubs great for relaxation, repeated praise
+ Charming courtyard and garden setting + Friendly and helpful staff noted across sites
+ Clean rooms with comfortable beds, common feedback
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Very tight parking spaces that are difficult to maneuver - Some road or highway noise heard in rooms
- Weak soundproofing with audible street noise - Footsteps from above mentioned repeatedly
- Lack of in-room amenities like coffee makers or microwaves - Parking fees are expensive

Recommended For

Couples Budget-conscious travelers

Recommended For

Families with kids Universal visitors Couples

Guest Reviews

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Expedia 10.0 Couple

Wonderful location, super close to the pier and restaurants.

Trip.com 9.5 Couple

Friendly staff and convenient location. Coffee and snacks available in the lobby.

No elevator, had to carry luggage to the second floor.

Booking.com 3.6 Family

Very clean room and central location.

No tea/coffee making facilities in the room and very tight parking.

The Garland

Agoda 9.6 Group

Convenient Universal shuttle, great pool vibe at night

Agoda 9.6 Family with kids

Friendly staff, clean rooms

Traffic noise

Expedia 10.0 Family

Amazing staff, pool movies for kids

Trip.com 10.0 Couple

Clean rooms, convenient shuttle

Booking.com 4.0 Family

Awesome pool and adult hot tub, great shuttle

Location Comparison

Distance: 18.8km

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