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The Ambrose Hotel vs The Standard Downtown LA

The Standard Downtown and The Ambrose are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Standard Downtown ranks marginally higher than The Ambrose. The Standard Downtown is ranked #38 in Los Angeles with accolades from 13 reviews including Not For Tourists, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.

The Ambrose Hotel
The Ambrose Hotel
8 / 10
1255 20th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
From $158 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"If being within walking distance of the ocean isn't crucial, but a soothing, peaceful environment is, I've found your hotel." Full review
Oyster Oyster
3.0
"This 77-room, midrange boutique hotel is one of the most environmentally focused hotels in Southern California." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Excellent choice for inland Santa Monica with Craftsman-styled decor and boutique rooms that have internet access and include continental breakfast."
Fodor's Fodor's
"An air of tranquillity pervades the four-story Ambrose, which blends right into its mostly residential Santa Monica neighborhood." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The property features four floors, 77 guest rooms and is a short drive to the beach and Third Street Promenade shopping corridor." Full review
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The Standard Downtown LA
The Standard Downtown LA
8 / 10
550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
From $220 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"An affordable bastion of cool aimed at the business traveler, the Standard is nothing if not amusing."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1955 as Standard Oil's company's headquarters, the building was completely revamped under the sharp eye of owner André Balazs, giving it a sleeky, cutting-edge feel." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"One of the hippest places is the poolside bar on the roof."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Downtown LA’s original party palace with a retro-style diner, killer pool scene and high-design rooms." Full review
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Be sure to locate the complimentary ear plugs before bed as the rooftop party goes on until the wee hours.
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The poolside view is still hard to beat, the design is still striking, and the prices can dip way low." Full review
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