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Everything about Santa Monica sizzles, from hundreds of funky shops and restaurants to more than three miles of white sand beach to the multitude of celebrities zipping into the local airport and out on Montana Avenue. The subject of popular songs, movies and television shows ("Baywatch" was one of many filmed here), the city has a vibe like no other. Hollywood haute couture meets surfer chic meets hippie casual, and somehow it all works. A word of advice: ditch the car and walk everywhere... more » Everything about Santa Monica sizzles, from hundreds of funky shops and restaurants to more than three miles of white sand beach to the multitude of celebrities zipping into the local airport and out on Montana Avenue. The subject of popular songs, movies and television shows ("Baywatch" was one of many filmed here), the city has a vibe like no other. Hollywood haute couture meets surfer chic meets hippie casual, and somehow it all works. A word of advice: ditch the car and walk everywhere. Santa Monica is small and prides itself on being pedestrian- and environmentally friendly. You won't need wheels at the auto-free Third Street Promenade, a stroller's paradise known for its multitude of movie theaters, restaurants and animated street performers. Or at the famous and historic Santa Monica Pier, home to savory smells from fast food stalls and the solar powered, nine-story high Ferris wheel that has long been a symbol of the city. If your feet start to fail, hop on the electric powered Tide Shuttle, a bus service that runs along the beach offering great views plus a ride to the artsy Bergamot Station and the Santa Monica Museum of Art, or your next spirited Santa Monica destination. « less

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“Great show for the Whole Family”

Magicopolis

5 of 5 stars
Magicopolis
Santa Monica
Nov 30, 2008

The show was fantastic. I went on a Friday night and the place was packed. I am a pretty big magic fan, but my girlfriend is always a little reserved when it comes to magic. I say this only because...more

“a cool hotel?”

Custom Hotel

4 of 5 stars
lou_lou_in_hk
Hong Kong, China
Nov 28, 2008

it is a hotel that aspired to be cool. it has sunday pool party with gangs of cool looking people sunbathing in their trendy bikinis. the bar above the pool gives a good view of the going-ons. at...more

“unforgetable”

Hotel California

5 of 5 stars
sappyj
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Nov 27, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

The stay at Hotel California was way,way more than I expected. I brought my girlfriend there for her birthday and I proposed the same weekend and we had the most amazing time together at the hotel. We...more

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