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Palihouse Santa Monica vs The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey

Both Palihouse Santa Monica and The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey ranks marginally higher than Palihouse Santa Monica. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey ranks #37 in Los Angeles with endorsements from 12 publications such as Star Service, goop and Gayot.

Palihouse Santa Monica
Palihouse Santa Monica
8 / 10
1001 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
From $255 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This hushed hideaway is embraced by gardens and delivers 1920s charm by the bucket." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Palihouse arrives on the Westside, inside a historic 1920s Spanish Colonial building, steps from the Third Street Promenade." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Service is attentive, rooms are generally oversize, and there are a number of the units that sport kitchens and kitchenettes aimed at attracting well-paid long-stay guests." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Just a stroll from the Pacific and mere blocks from posh Montana Avenue and the lively Third Street Promenade."
BlackBook BlackBook
"In an opulent 1927 Moorish revival building, the new Palihouse Santa Monica has an even cozier feel than its Melrose counterpart."
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The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
8 / 10
4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
From $350 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"If you're a watercraft cognoscenti and desire a serene view of more than 5,000 beautiful sailboats and yachts from your private balcony, this is the hotel for you." Full review
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Request one of the "27 series" rooms, which are junior suites that are larger and have the best views.
Fodor's Fodor's
"You might have a sense of déjà vu here since this resort, overlooking L.A.'s largest marina, is a favorite location of dozens of TV and film productions." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"With a waterfront location on a harbor, not the beach, there's little reason to stay here unless you're boating or have a business meeting at the hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Overlooking the world’s largest custom-built pleasure boat harbor, the Ritz-Carlton offers European elegance and deluxe creature comforts."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Set on the waterfront of a small-craft marina, the Ritz-Carlton is one of the more traditional hotel spaces in Los Angeles." Full review
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