Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A secluded all-suite retreat on Santa Monica’s Palisades bluff, Oceana pairs residential interiors, a lush courtyard pool, ocean views and highly personalized service with easy access to the beach and Montana Avenue.
Oceana Santa Monica occupies a quiet stretch of Ocean Avenue above the Pacific, north of the busiest blocks around the pier. The address places guests close to the beach and central Santa Monica while preserving the feel of a residential neighborhood.
All 70 accommodations are suites, reflecting the building’s origins as a private apartment property. Interiors use ocean blues, rich textiles, custom furniture and local art to create the atmosphere of a polished beach home rather than a conventional hotel room.
The open-air courtyard is the social heart of the property, with a pool, black-and-white deck and dense landscaping. A separate terrace looks toward the Pacific, while surf lessons, bicycles and wellness experiences encourage guests to use the surrounding coastline.
Dining is reserved for hotel guests, reinforcing the private-club atmosphere. La Monique adds a refined French-brasserie direction, while The Veranda provides relaxed indoor-outdoor dining around the courtyard and pool.
Oceana is best for travelers who want Santa Monica luxury to feel discreet and residential. Its all-suite format, intimate scale and quiet Ocean Avenue position distinguish it from the larger beachfront hotels farther south.