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Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts vs Chateau Marmont
Both Oceana Beach Club Hotel and Chateau Marmont are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Chateau Marmont is preferred by most professionals compared to Oceana Beach Club Hotel. Chateau Marmont scores 91 with praise from 20 sources like Rough Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and Not For Tourists.
Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
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849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
From $550 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"Snuck in among the posh apartment buildings on the north end of Santa Monica's beachfront boulevard, the revamped Oceana looks and feels more like a home."
Fodor's
"Generous-size suites, soundproofed windows, an open-air courtyard and pool, and ocean proximity add up to a delightful boutique hotel."
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DK Eyewitness
"One of Santa Monica’s prettiest hotels, the Oceana has flirtatiously colorful decor reminiscent of the French Riviera. Many of the large suites have views of the ocean."
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"Snuck in among the posh apartment buildings on the north end of Santa Monica’s beachfront boulevard, the revamped Oceana looks and feels more like a home."
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Travel + Leisure
"Lime green, eggshell blue, and canary yellow compose the punchy palette at this retro-beach-style boutique hotel."
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Chateau Marmont
Frommer's
Concierge
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8221 W. Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046
From $450 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The funky luxury oasis revels in its lore-filled past, yet it's hipper and more exclusive than ever."
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Concierge
"Although it sits at the eastern end of the Sunset Strip, it's set so high up from the road and surrounded by such dense vegetation that it feels like a secret oasis."
Fodor's
"Celebs like Johnny Depp appreciate this swanky hotel for its secluded cottages, bungalows, and understated suites and penthouses."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Its French-flavored indulgence may look dated, but this faux castle has long lured A-listers with its five-star mystique and legendary discretion."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"As Hollywood's most notorious celebrity hideaway, the Chateau Marmont is the best spot for A-list sightings, especially in its two fantastic (yet reasonably priced) restaurants."
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