Welcome to Santa Monica and Marina del Rey

First time booking an Airbnb in the Santa Monica area and was very happy that our family of three stayed in this apartment. We considered hotels and ultimately settled on this place because of everything it offered for the price. PROS: -It’s on Santa Monica beach (you can hear the sound of the ocean waves when you open the windows!) -The pier is only a short 10-15 minute walk. -Grocery stores, shopping centers, and restaurants within walking distance. -Interior looked just like the photos -Owner was very responsive to text and messaging -All kitchen and bathroom amenities (loved our morning Nespresso coffee!) CONS: The only downside was parking. We knew well in advance that we would have to find our own public parking based on similar reviews. However, the time restrictions for street parking meters and no overnights in public lots required us to move our vehicle multiple times during our stay. You cannot park in the public lots past 8pm and parking meters charge after 6am.

Location is great every thing in walking distance even though a lot of homeless in Santa Monica unfortunately. Loved unit, super comfy, well stocked and very clean. Comfy beds and well stocked kitchen. We would love to come back for another stay!