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Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel vs W Hollywood
Both hotels are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel ranks slightly higher than W Hollywood. Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is ranked #20 in Los Angeles with recommendations from 11 reviewers such as Forbes Travel Guide, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
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1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
From $340 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Walk to the ocean side of the soaring atrium here and you feel like you're on a cruise ship."
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Lonely Planet
"This fine hotel does everything to put you in the mood for a beach vacation."
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Oyster
Upscale
"Its family-oriented, ocean-view pool and excellent gym make the 342-room Loews in Santa Monica a reasonable option for business travelers and families."
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DK Eyewitness
"Very close to the sand and Santa Monica Pier, this large resort makes children feel comfortable with activities, special welcome kits, and free stays for those under 18."
Star Service
"Superior to Le Meridien Delfina, the former Sheraton, this is the queen of the middle ranks, for both business and leisure travelers."
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W Hollywood
Frommer's
Concierge
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6250 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028
From $167 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The "It" hotel of 2011 is the W Hollywood, which opened in January 2010 at the corner of Hollywood and Vine and has been the darling of the dig-me crowd ever since."
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Concierge
"The 305 studios and suites are done up in a modern palette of whites and grays, but it's the Hollywood location that sets this hotel apart."
Fodor's
"Just off the historic intersection of Hollywood and Vine and above a busy Metro station, the W Hollywood is ultra-modern and outfitted for the wired traveler."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Rooms live up to the hype generated by your red-carpet arrival."
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Time Out
"Nestled in the heart of Hollywood, the glitzy hotel pulls out the red carpet (literally) with its rooftop pool and lounge, grand spiral staircase, Bliss spa and famous Sunday night jazz."
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