The Ambrose

Deluxe Room

The sleekly designed accommodations feature plank floors and dark-stained wood accents, sandy color schemes and angular furnishings that play to the Mission aesthetic.

Premier Room

Rich black lacquered accents in the guestrooms highlight the Japanese aesthetic apparent throughout the hotel.

Deluxe Studio

Guestrooms split their attention between the delicious beds with imported Italian bed linens and the large work areas with stylish desks, task lighting and ergonomic chairs.

Premier Studio

Relax in the plush Frette bathrobes and can take advantage of the 24 hour in-room dining and a delicious complimentary continental breakfast - all at The Ambrose Hotel.

Terrace

Nestled in a quiet upscale neighborhood, this 77 room boutique hotel offers a peaceful oasis for business and leisure travelers alike.

The Ambrose

The Ambrose is committed to protecting our environment and preserving our precious natural resources.

Entrance

A lovely koi pond and small garden dappled with rocks mark the entrance to the hotel, which is an amalgam of a Swiss chalet and an Osaka tea house.

Living Room

Just beyond the reception area lies the Living Room, a sophisticated lounge fitted with a fireplace and creatively fashioned walls that resemble oversized shoji screens.

The Study

The Ambrose prides itself in 'Green' meeting practices, featuring renewable energy, and organic, vegetarian, and vegan catering.

Front desk

The Ambrose follows basic princples; reduce, reuse and recycle. They also compost. They continue to search for environmentally friendly alternatives in production and daily life.

Garden and patio

An Asian inspired Garden complete with soothing fountain and faint sound of Ambrosial chants summon you to relax, revive, and refresh.

Exterior of the hotel

Sitting atop its own underground parking garage, this Mission-inspired hotel expands on Frank Lloyd Wright's love of Japanese minimalism.

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Description - The Ambrose

Affordable luxury and LEED Certification make The Ambrose a unique and popular destination in the heart of Santa Monica. Nestled in a quiet upscale neighborhood, this 77 room boutique hotel offers a peaceful oasis for business and leisure travelers alike. The Ambrose is ideally located only one block from the Wilshire business district, and just a 5-minute drive from the Pacific Ocean and the pedestrian entertainment street, Third Street Promenade. The Ambrose features $75 in Extras:

  • Organic Continental Breakfast: Starbucks Organic Coffee * Tazo Teas * Fruit Juices * Organic Berries * Muffins * Croissants * Cinnamon Sticky Buns * Pastries * Bagels * Cereal ($15 value per day)
  • Parking ($22 value per day)
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi ($12 value per day)
  • Shuttle Service ($16 value per day)
  • Transportation to Third Street Promenade * Santa Monica Pier * Beach * Restaurants * Shopping
  • Fitness Facility ($10 value per day)


Property Policies - The Ambrose

  • Major credit card required to hold room
  • 1 night room and tax will be charged by the hotel if notified of cancellation after 3 pm PST 48 hours prior to arrival
  • Requirements above may vary for holidays / special events
  • Complimentary underground self parking and preferred parking for hybrid vehicles
  • Entire property is non smoking
  • Check in 3 pm - Check out 12 pm
  • Extra adults at no additional charge
  • Children 18 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult in the same room
  • Rates do not include 14% tax
  • Rates are based on room type and availability
  • Early departure fees may vary
  • Cots not available
  • Cribs available at no charge
  • Dogs under 30 lbs. are welcome - $30 per day
  • All major credit cards accepted, and are mandatory at check in


Property Location - The Ambrose

  • Ideally located only one block from the Wilshire business district, and just a five minute drive from the Pacific Ocean and the Third Street Promenade
  • 20 - 25 minutes driving time (approximately 11.5 miles) from Los Angeles International Airport
  • 40 minutes driving time (approximately 21 miles) from Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport


1255 20th Street
Santa Monica , California
90404


Property Rates - The Ambrose

    Discounted rates available only via telephone

    Please call 1 888 897 2807 for 24/7 assistance

Why can't I book online?

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Not only does this enable us to provide you with exceptional rates but it also allows you to speak directly with a travel agent who knows these properties intimately so as to help you choose the right hotel, the right room type and the best rate.


Property Features - The Ambrose

Pool
  • Property does not have a pool
Spa
  • Property does not have a spa facility however, arrangements through Spa Connections can be made
  • In-room spa services can be arranged upon request and based on availability
Fitness Center
  • The Rec Room, small exercise room
  • Complimentary access for in-house guests
  • Open 24 hours
Restaurant
  • Property does not have a restaurant however, complimentary organic continental breakfast is provided by Urth Caffe including Starbucks fair trade organic coffee
  • 24 hour room service from Urth Caffe
Additional Features
  • 77 suites and rooms
  • 4 floors

  • Partner member of the 'Green' Hotels Association
  • Hotel has water filtration, recycling, and energy efficient air-conditioning systems, as well as energy-efficient lighting and appliances
  • Complimentary unlimited WiFi and cable internet throughout the hotel

  • Dogs under 30 lbs. permitted for $30 per day

  • Room service provided by Urth Caffe ( Available 24 hours )
  • Concierge ( Available 24 hours )

  • Handicap accessible rooms

  • Car / Limousine service
  • Onsite hybrid car rentals
  • Complimentary use of London Taxi to surrounding Santa Monica landmarks
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Daily maid service (housecleaning uses non-toxic cleaning products)
  • Onsite ATM
  • Same day laundry and dry cleaning
  • Classic beach cruisers available for rent
  • Computer available for guest use
  • Express check in / out
  • Wake up service
  • 24 hour front desk
  • Bellman
  • Meeting room facilities incorporate 'Green' practices


Deluxe Room - The Ambrose

  • City view
  • California craftsman style décor
  • 1 King or 2 Queen beds

  • Air-conditioning and heating system
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Aveda Natural Bath products
  • Complimentary organic continental breakfast by Urth Caffe
  • Complimentary, unlimited WiFi and cable internet access
  • Complimentary USA Today newspaper
  • Crisp Matteo, Italian bed linens
  • DVD/CD player with surround sound
  • Frette cotton bathrobes and bath linens
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Mini bar
  • Recycling container
  • Work desk


  • Premier Room - The Ambrose

  • City or garden views
  • Balcony available in some rooms upon request and based on availability
  • California craftsman style décor
  • 1 King or 2 Queen beds

  • Air-conditioning and heating system
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Aveda Natural Bath products
  • Complimentary organic continental breakfast by Urth Caffe
  • Complimentary, unlimited WiFi and cable internet access
  • Complimentary USA Today newspaper
  • Crisp Matteo, Italian bed linens
  • DVD/CD player with surround sound
  • Frette cotton bathrobes and bath linens
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Mini bar
  • Recycling container
  • Work desk


  • Deluxe Studio - The Ambrose

  • City or garden views
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sitting area in some studios
  • 1 King or 2 Queen beds

  • Air-conditioning and heating system
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Aveda Natural Bath products
  • Complimentary organic continental breakfast by Urth Caffe
  • Complimentary, unlimited WiFi and cable internet access
  • Complimentary USA Today newspaper
  • Crisp Matteo, Italian bed linens
  • DVD/CD player with surround sound
  • Frette cotton bathrobes and bath linens
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Mini bar
  • Recycling container
  • Work desk


  • Premier Studio - The Ambrose

  • City or garden views
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sitting area in some studios
  • 1 King or 2 Queen beds

  • Air-conditioning and heating system
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Aveda Natural Bath products
  • Complimentary organic continental breakfast by Urth Caffe
  • Complimentary, unlimited WiFi and cable internet access
  • Complimentary USA Today newspaper
  • Crisp Matteo, Italian bed linens
  • DVD/CD player with surround sound
  • Frette cotton bathrobes and bath linens
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Mini bar
  • Recycling container
  • Work desk