Shutters on the Beach

Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Deluxe Room
1 Pico Restaurant
Ocean View Suite
1 Pico Restaurant
Deluxe Room
1 Pico Restaurant
Ocean View Suite
1 Pico Restaurant

The hotel

A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Shutters on the Beach is an award-winning establishment with a distinctly discerning clientele. Similar in style to a 1920s or 1930s beach resort, it is light, airy and luxurious with many works of art on show, including pictures by David Hockney and Robert Motherwell. Rooms and suites boast all the comforts of home and are very generous in size with great views of the ocean. Amenities include the gorgeous ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments, including the RED FLOWER HAMMAM detoxifying treatment. There’s also a swimming pool to laze by and a well-equipped fitness centre with sauna and steam rooms. One Pico is the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, showcasing a seasonally changing menu of modern American cuisine. If a more laid-back atmosphere appeals, however, beach-side cafe Coast more than fits the bill and is open from morning until night. For afternoon tea and evening cocktails, look no further than the lobby lounge, a cosy, intimate space that is popular with locals and guests alike.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Overlooking the golden sands of Santa Monica Beach, 2 blocks from the historic Santa Monica Pier with amusements and restaurants. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

198 rooms and suites on 7 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Partial Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

One Pico (fine dining restaurant – lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch). Coast (beach-side cafe – breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour and dinner). Lobby bar. Swimming pool with Pacific Ocean view, whirlpool. Fitness centre with unisex sauna and steam room. ONE Spa offering a wide range of signature treatments*. Complimentary yoga classes on the beach. Gift shop. 24-hour room service*. Concierge service. Laundry/dry cleaning service*. Valet parking approx $40 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - Premium high speed internet access - Welcome Drink (valued at $20) - Daily Exercise Classes - Daily on-hour bicycle rental - Twice Daily in-room bottled water service - House car transfers within 3 mile radius. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

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May 21, 2019 127tamt Edmonton, Canada

Just stayed at Shutters on the beach and spoiled my entire family. It’s on the expensive side but worth the money! We booked 2 ocean front rooms and 2 superior room. It’s such a nice hotel and we all felt taken care of, top notch service. You will receive two drink tickets and as much Pacific Wheel ride tickets you want at the pier, just ask… Read more
Just stayed at Shutters on the beach and spoiled my entire family. It’s on the expensive side but worth the money! We booked 2 ocean front rooms and 2 superior room. It’s such a nice hotel and we all felt taken care of, top notch service. You will receive two drink tickets and as much Pacific Wheel ride tickets you want at the pier, just ask front desk. Remember to use the the free bikes available, it is so much fun. Hotel was clean and rooms was luxurious. I read on previous reviews about the smell by the elevator and the rugs in front of entrance being old, I’m not sure what those reviewers was talking about! This place was top notch. Most dining places within walking distance and walking to third street was just 15mins away. If you are planning R&R or with family before heading to Disneyland, I highly recommend this place! We were so busy we didn’t even use the pool or the hot jacuzzi. There’s a house car that can take you anywhere after 3pm. Staff is friendly and pleasant. Would come back again! I’m glad I selected this hotel in Santa Monica it did not disappoint. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great View, Good View

May 20, 2019 Jwkruz Chicago, Illinois

We made reservations for 7 pm so that we would be able to see the sunset at 7:45pm. Even though we were seated at the window,it was hard to see the sun set because the angle. However, the people watching as excellent. The restaurant is about 500 feet from the water, but you can see the pier just north, and watch the Ferris wheel and roller coaster… Read more
We made reservations for 7 pm so that we would be able to see the sunset at 7:45pm. Even though we were seated at the window,it was hard to see the sun set because the angle. However, the people watching as excellent. The restaurant is about 500 feet from the water, but you can see the pier just north, and watch the Ferris wheel and roller coaster light up as it gets dark, that was cool. And the endless stream of people waking by was also entertaining, including at least one wedding party. Oh, and yes, the food was very good, nice selection of fish and seafood and a varied cocktail menu. Service was fine, nothing that stood out but nothing bad. Would recommend for special occasions. We were there for graduation dinner. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Looking forward to our next visit

May 19, 2019 363rr New York City, New York

The accommodating professional and pleasant staff greeted us on arrival and set the tone for a very pleasant 6 day stay. Although the rooms are small, they are beautiful, not commercial looking, just homey and inviting. Also, the small bathroom efficiently designed with excellent shower and big jacuzzi bathtub. Gym has excellent quality hig… Read more
The accommodating professional and pleasant staff greeted us on arrival and set the tone for a very pleasant 6 day stay. Although the rooms are small, they are beautiful, not commercial looking, just homey and inviting. Also, the small bathroom efficiently designed with excellent shower and big jacuzzi bathtub. Gym has excellent quality hig tech equipment in a clubby setting. Encounters with the staff daily who are friendly, happy, and helpful make the stay so pleasant. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Experience!

May 16, 2019 Go05652578845 Baltimore, Maryland

This is by far the nicest hotel I have stayed in. The staff were extremely kind and accommodating and the hotel was spotlessly clean. I would certainly return if I am in the area again. The check in and check out process were seamless and efficient and any questions I had were quickly and kindly answered.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Shutters Take Me Away

May 14, 2019 Sightsee44858380934

Such a wonderful team of staff members. Great food and love the lobby bar. Rooms were very clean and cozy, but still modern amenities. The breakfast at Coast overlooking the ocean made for a beautiful start to the day. The food was healthy, fresh and delicious. Can't wait to come back.