Heart of Santa Monica| Beautiful Apartment Near Beach

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Host

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Parking available

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Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica College
3 min drive
Santa Monica Place
4 min drive
Third Street Promenade
4 min drive
Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal)
7 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

About this property

Welcome to Santa Monica!

Our beautiful apartment is the perfect place to stay while visiting Los Angeles.

We are located in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Santa Monica. So whether you want to drive to a delicious brunch or enjoy the beautiful weather in the morning at the nearest coffee shops, or even take a calming bike ride to Santa Monica Beach, our place is minutes away from your desired destination.

Locations that are just a short distance to our property are the Santa Monica Beach, Promenade, Venice Beach, St. John's Hospital, UCLA, Santa Monica College, and Metro train that takes you right to Crypto.Com stadium and LA LIVE. Located near dining and shopping.

The space
Our goal is to make your stay wonderful and convenient. If you have any suggestions on what we can provide to make your stay better, please let us know.

We provide all kitchen utensils, dining ware, pots/pans, blender, toaster, etc. as well as toilet paper, clean towels and sheets, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryer, iron & board. Long-term guests have access to community laundry room.

~1 mile to St John’s Hospital.
~1 mile to Santa Monica College
~1 mile to UCLA Santa Monica Hospital
~2 miles to UCLA
~2 miles to Santa Monica Promenade
~2 miles to Santa Monica Beach/Pier
~ 3 miles from Rodeo Drive
-Walking distance to Metro train that takes you straight to Crypto.Com stadium, LA LIVE, Natural History Museum, USC
~Easy access to all freeways which makes your commute around Los Angeles much easier
~3 miles to Venice Beach
-Bike Route to Santa Monica Beach
-Local dining and shopping

Fully renovated, brand new features.

---- More Amenities
- 60” Flat Screen TV in Living room
- High speed internet
- Ample street parking
- Safe neighborhood

Other things to note
Please note that this unit is in the 2nd floor and there is no elevator access.

Property manager

Diana Fonseca

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Parking available

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Parking available

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Monica

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Pico, a neighbourhood in Santa Monica. Kia Forum and Getty Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Santa Monica Pier and Rodeo Drive. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at SoFi Stadium or Los Angeles Convention Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Santa Monica, CA

What's nearby

University of California, Los Angeles - 5 min drive
Santa Monica Pier - 6 min drive
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 7 min drive
Santa Monica Beach - 13 min drive
Venice Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

26th Street/Bergamot Station - 10 min walk
Northridge Station - 27 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
‪Bondi Harvest - ‬11 min walk
‪Lares Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Santa Monica| Beautiful Apartment Near Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Santa Monica| Beautiful Apartment Near Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Santa Monica| Beautiful Apartment Near Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Santa Monica| Beautiful Apartment Near Beach located?

Located in Pico, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. Third Street Promenade and Ocean Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km). 26th Street/Bergamot Station is 10 minutes by foot and Expo/Bundy Station is 13 minutes.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Stefanie J.

10 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Clean, updated, and good location but no AC

Overall we had a good stay and the unit was clean and up to date with all supplies needed in the kitchen. Even k cups and sugar were there for coffee. Right across the street is a little park which my son enjoyed. It was close to the highway and downtown Santa Monica so it was an easy drive anywhere we went. Parking on the street was not an issue as long as you read the signs and park on the opposite side at night. I had a question for the owner and they replied promptly. The couches were comfortable. The bed was comfortable but the frame was not sturdy so if you sleep with someone, every move makes a noise and moves the bed. It was unseasonably warm while we were there and there was no AC, which I believe should be made more apparent in the listing. The unit got up to over 90 degrees and we only had 2 portable fan units to keep us cool. I think it would have been unbearable for most people but we’re from Florida and regularly camp so we made do. Also the listing indicates that a sleeper sofa/futon was available but there was only an air mattress. As a result, my husband had to sleep on the couch the first night because my son had already gone to sleep on the bed by the time we figured that out and the couch was more comfortable than the air mattress for my husband. Overall it was a nice place for the price.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had a wonderful stay here. Our daughter had a great time playing on the playground across the street.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Gertrude S.

17 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Apt was uninhabitable and unsafe upon arrival and under-maintained

After long flight, we arrived on hot day; apt. had no AC, which I get. But screens were missing in several windows, others were torn, and others wouldn't close so gaps remained. Screen door was partially off its frame. Place had numerous flies. Also, a pot was under the sink to collect water drips. We could not sleep there with windows open, and screen door opened-which would be needed to survive the heat. We did not feel safe. Host offered to fix; but honestly could not wait for them to repair extensive issues; just wanted comfortable place for vacation. I have pictures and will share with VRBO if people stop hanging up on me when I call. Had to go last minute to hotel. A nd struggling like like anything to get a refund.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn V., Austin, TX

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice stay

great property and stay. clean and had everything you needed. exactly as pictured. parking was never a problem.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Across from Ishihara Park

I liked the location and condition of the property. Great TV. Good bed. Very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristan L., Santa Monica, CA

22 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Find

This comfortable, private apartment is in a quiet, safe, convenient location. Street parking is easy to find. Host was very responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Los Angeles

8 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mom & 2 kids

As a mom traveling with 2 little kids, I felt very safe in the unit & neighborhood. It was a safe & quiet neighborhood. There is a small park directly across the street. Owner let us go in 2 hours early, which was appreciated. It’s a quick drive to The beach. I’d definitely stay there again. The outside is nothing to write home about but the inside is fresh & new.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Chandler B.

4 July 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Terrible

Terrible experience here. We showed up and found out the property has no air conditioning which was not stated at all anywhere in the description. It was so hot here that we decided to just leave after one hour and go get a hotel for our trip. The property owner said oh I guess I should have said there was no a/c but there’s nothing I can do. He then told me I should have asked if it had air conditioning before I booked it. We are from Texas where it gets hot so we don’t have buildings without air conditioning and assumed California was the same way. It was hotter inside here with the windows open and fans on than it was outside and it was not comfortable. There are no ceiling fans only portable ones. Also it is nice inside but in a ghetto neighborhood. I didn’t feel great about it as we were walking up and am glad we decided to stay somewhere more safe. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave And Megan Zitek

25 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The property was perfect for the family. Great location for hitting everything we did on the north side of LA.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kamya Y.

25 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Diana and Albert were great hosts and were very communicative!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Frank J.

14 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay on a quiet street

At first I was a little disappointed that the apt wasn't located closer to the beach and commercial areas, but by the end of our stay we were happy we were removed from the noisier, more congested areas. The apartment was clean and exactly as shown in the photographs. It was just the right size for two, but would have been tight for three. Check in and check out were a breeze and the neighbors were very nice. We didn't have any issues and the owners were very responsive to our few questions. The apartment is convenient from a driving perspective; there was plenty of parking and we could get anywhere we were going (UCLA, Belair, Westwood) in less than 30 minutes. It was a short drive (but long walk) to Santa Monica Pier and beach. We discovered a very nice restaurant and some interesting galleries just a 10-min walk way. Overall, a very good experience. We live only a few miles from a major interstate, so we're used to constant background traffic sounds (almost sounds like rushing water) but if you're not, you may find this location a little noisy

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Diana Q.

20 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Communication

Great location

This is a nicely renovated in a good neighborhood with a convenient location. We had a few hiccups upon arrival though. Parking was described by the host as plentiful street parking. But that’s only on the opposite side of the street and wasn’t made clear on the arrival instructions. We parked at first on the same side of the street until we noticed the signs said 2-hour parking only. When we tried to reach the host for clarification we were told we had the wrong number (after asking for her by name!). When said I was calling about a VRBO rental the person who answers the phone then acknowledged he was co-owner of the property but didn’t know the parking specifics. I asked that Diana call me but she didn’t. He called back instead after presumably talking to her and explained where to park. Not a warm and fuzzy way to arrive - told you have the wrong phone number, and unable to speak with the host directly. Once we got checked in, our stay was very pleasant. It was a perfect location for us, and the neighborhood was quiet. One thing not mentioned in the listing is the unit isn’t air-conditioned. Fans are provided. It was unseasonably warm while we were there so it wasn’t ideal, but we managed. All in all a nice stay, but communication could have been better.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

marcie r.

18 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty park across the street

Great location, clean and comfortable

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve C.

7 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting family and friends

When looking for a place to stay, I ran across this cute apartment. It had all the pictures of the inside which looked lovely. When arriving, the apartment complex wasn't what I expected. Everything inside the apartment was perfect. Diane went out of her way to make us feel welcome and met all our needs with my 10-month-old grandbaby. I truly appreciate her hospitality and would recommend this to any couple who wants to stay for a few days in California.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Robert L.

6 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great Location, I know the area because I grew up nearby. Very accessible to the major freeways, Santa Monica , UCLA, Getty Museum, Culver City and so on.... Older building with a remodeled interior. Worked for us - we would definitely consider staying there again. Very responsive host. The internet was slow, this was a bit frustrating.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Hannah K.

5 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay in Santa Monica area!

I had a great stay at this apartment for 4nights! The location was great and felt very safe. I really appreciated having a full kitchen (pots, pans, plates, cups, wine glasses, etc) and a comfy couch with a tv. Having parking permit was also another plus. The host is very organized, responsive, and friendly! The apartment itself served it’s purpose but some things to consider are: - the neighbors are pretty loud and yes, as other reviewers mentioned you can hear everything. But if you’re not home most of the time it’s not a bother - I was working from home and the internet connection wasn’t great, so I ended up using my hotspot for some time - The apartment could have been cleaner (dust in some places and some hair near the bathroom) But overall, I had a fine stay and the host was again, very responsive and kind. She even let us check in a few hours early which really helped us.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yelena S.

25 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place

Aside from the WiFi not working, I’ve got no complaints. The bed was comfortable as well as the rest of the amenities! Would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen A.

21 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Apartment

We really enjoyed our stay in Santa Monica. The apartment was cozy but a perfect homebase for our family of 3. The location was easy to get around and there was a wonderful park across the street with a playground my daughter enjoyed. Parking was easy and always available. Check in and out were smooth, host was responsive and available if needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Gretchen O.

19 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and comfortable

Convenient location. Diana was great….. took care of any concerns in short order.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Teresa L.

5 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

I liked the area and apartment was clean. I thought there was a sofabed, but their was an air mattress in the closet. The walls are a little thin, so you can hear the neighbors throughout the day. But other than that, everything worked for our needs.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful one-bedroom with a great host

We enjoyed our 8-night stay at Diana's apartment. The unit is freshly decorated and was in pristine condition. The bed and sofas were really comfortable. Diana has thoughtfully provided everything you need for a great stay. Although we didn't use the kitchen, it seemed to be very well-equipped with new and immaculate refrigerator and stove. We appreciated that the unit was light-filled and that more than adequate lighting was provided for when the sun goes down . Parking was readily available. Potential guests should be aware that this 2nd-floor unit is accessed by an exterior staircase. Diana was extremely responsive when we had a few questions during our stay and we felt that she was doing everything she could to provide us with a 5-star stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim G., PAOLI

15 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Monica Vacation

The owner was very responsive. The apartment met all of our expectations. Location was convenient to restaurants and highways. We had a wonderful two weeks.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

4 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

My partner and I had a wonderful stay. Our host was incredibly responsive and helped us with any issues we had. The apartment was clean and the location was great, with ample parking and quick access to highways or public transit. We'd definitely stay here again and look forward to our next LA trip!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JT B., Boston

28 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend In LA

The space was lovely and just what we needed for our weekend stay in LA. We had some issues re-accessing the key lock box after checking in. But Diana was quick to respond and had the on-site manager run up the extra unit key for us. The location of the unit is great, in a quiet neighborhood close to transit and one of our favorite breakfast/coffee shops (Blueys). I would recommend this place place to anyone looking for a nice, affordable stay in LA!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022