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Ocean Park Inn

Stay at Ocean Park Inn in Santa Monica with free Wi-Fi, parking, and a courtyard. Near Santa Monica Pier, Getty Museum, and LAX Airport.

2452 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States View on map
7.4/10
Good Based on 609 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, Quiet Stay with Convenient Location

Guests appreciate the hotel’s cleanliness, quiet rooms despite the busy street, and useful amenities like free Wi-Fi and parking. The convenient location near Santa Monica attractions is a highlight, though some mention limited parking and occasionally noticeable noise.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable rooms with sound isolation from street noise.
  • Helpful and friendly staff providing thoughtful extras like coffee and beach towels.
  • Quiet and pleasant courtyard space ideal for relaxing or casual meals.
  • Convenient location within walking distance to Santa Monica Pier and the beach.
  • Effective air conditioning providing cool, comfortable stays.

Worth knowing

  • Onsite parking is limited, and overflow options may require walking or a short drive.
  • Rooms can experience occasional noise from neighbors or vehicle traffic, especially at night.
  • Office hours are limited, which can be inconvenient if assistance is needed outside reception times.
  • No breakfast, restaurant, fitness center, or pool facilities onsite.
  • Some bathrooms appear slightly outdated but are generally clean and functional.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking a simple, no-frills stay near the beach.
  • Visitors prioritizing a quiet, clean place to rest after exploring Santa Monica.
  • Groups or families who value free parking and free Wi-Fi access.
  • Those wanting easy access to local attractions like the Pier, state beach, and museums.
  • Guests looking for an air-conditioned, smoke-free environment with basic conveniences.
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About this property

Welcome to Ocean Park Inn

Located on Lincoln Boulevard in Santa Monica, Ocean Park Inn offers straightforward accommodations with modest rooms designed for practical comfort. The hotel features free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and free parking, although parking availability can be limited during busy periods. Guests appreciate the quiet courtyard seating area, which provides a peaceful spot to relax outdoors.

The property’s style is unpretentious and functional, catering to travelers seeking a clean and budget-friendly stay. While the rooms are basic and may show some signs of age, they generally meet essential needs with sound isolation noted by some guests despite the hotel’s location on a busy road. The absence of certain amenities such as a pool, restaurant, or fitness center keeps the focus on simple lodging rather than leisure facilities.

Ocean Park Inn is situated in a beachfront neighborhood known for water sports and vegetarian cafes, with attractions like the California Heritage Museum nearby. The famous Santa Monica Pier and State Beach are within reasonable reach, although the walk to the beach takes around 30 to 40 minutes. Guests often highlight the convenience of the location as one of the hotel’s strengths, with easy access to popular destinations around Santa Monica.

Visitor reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the hotel’s value and candor about its limitations. While some commend the friendly staff, cleanliness, and comfortable beds, others mention noise disturbances and the restricted on-site parking. The office’s limited hours can be inconvenient, so guests are advised to plan accordingly. Overall, the hotel is a practical choice for those prioritizing location and affordability over luxury.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Free breakfast
Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

FF
Filipa Freire Apr 20, 2026
10

The Hotel was an outstanding surprise. Starting on the check in, we arrived early and reception was able to find an available room. Utilities were beyond expected, from beach towels to purified water, coffee and plug adaptors for those who forget. In terms of noise, the room was sound isolated, which was unexpected since the hotel is situated in a busy road and considering previous reviews. Parking lot has limited room however there is a close by alternative when full. Common space is pleasant and gives you the opportunity for a quiet breakfast/dinner outside. Would definitely recommend.

C
CSRB Apr 11, 2026
8.0

Very clean and comfortable room. Generally quiet, though the air conditioning unit was noisy when it was on its defrosting (or whatever) cycle, which was about every 20 minutes, so we had to switch it off. Nice little courtyard space to eat our breakfast, which we bought from Gelson's across the road (expensive, but classy supermarket). Location is a 30-40 minute walk to the sea front.

KF
Kushica Flowers Mar 10, 2026
10

I really like the place. It was nice, chill vibe, a cozy like apartment style with neighbors. Its not all lavish or fancy, just clean, basically quiet and the essential needs. The only reason I didnt give it a 5 on service is because the office closes and if you lose your key or if something is of need you have to wait until the next day.. that is scary because what if on the beach something happen to our card keys or they had a malfunction, its like being on a curfew without being on one. I loved the place over all, and will definitely reserve again if I want something nice and quaint again.

F
Fettman1176 Mar 03, 2026
10

Neat little place. I stayed just one night but it was clean, quiet, and close to the pier. Check in was quick. Parking is a little cramped but made it work. I would definitely stay again.

RP
Rick Palmer Feb 17, 2026
10

The room was just fine, about what we expected. We have stayed near an LA area beach many times. You know well how challenging parking can be. So we now give preference to hotels that have onsite parking. My only issue with you was your parking was limited, not enough spots if your rooms are all taken. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay

DW
David Weedon Feb 13, 2026
8.0

The room was fine Road noise not bad. First night we slept well but second night, next door talking at 3-4am as if they were in our room not really acceptable in this day and age..

RB
Rik B. Feb 12, 2026
8.0

Great bang for bucks hotel to visit Los Angeles. Expect no high class, but you get great value for your money. Hosts are very nice and will help you out with every question you have. You can get good, free coffee at the reception. Beds are perfectly fine for a good night sleep. Location is perfect and the walking distance to the beach is ideal (20 minutes). Bathroom is a bit outdated, but clean. Also be sure to ask for a room at the backside of the hotel, because the highway at the front can be noisy. At last, there is free parking, which is good. But there is not enough space for all rooms. Overnight street parking next door is free though, so just replace your car to the provided hotel parking the next morning when other hotel guest left.

BL
Brooke Lona Feb 04, 2026
8.0

One of the closest hotels you can get to the beach/pier without spending a ton of money - the location was pretty central to everything fun in Santa Monica. The room was nothing special, but the bed was clean and comfortable, the shower ran well, and there was a fridge in the room. Plus ac that actually ran super cold, which I like. They were very stingy with the toilet paper, though. The major downfall we found was the parking. It's free, but during peak season like mid summer, it's very hard to secure a spot. There are only about 9 spaces, which are all slanted so that they're easy to get in to and hard to get out of and to the street from. There were a couple nights when we had to park on the street or park in spots we technically weren't allowed to. Overall no real complaints, just the parking was a tad frustrating.

SL
simon lim Jan 30, 2026
8.0

This is an affordable option in the area. Place is clean but at night, traffic can be heard from our room, which was room 12. If you cannot sleep with noise, ear plugs are provided in the room. Also, the main courtyard has lights on during the night for security, so there is some light in the background which the blinds can block only so much.

TS
Tai S Jan 28, 2026
10

Great place to stay. Very central to everything I wanted to do and I was able to avoid traffic. Great location, friendly staff and the water gets HOT! We loved it here and will be back everytime we stay in Cali!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Ocean Park Inn

Santa Monica, California, USA

Beachfront neighborhood with water sports & vegetarian cafes, plus the California Heritage Museum.

  • Lincoln Blvd & Pearl St 4 min Walk
  • Ocean Park Blvd & Lincoln Blvd 3 min Walk
  • Lincoln Blvd & Ocean Park Blvd 4 min Walk
  • Los Angeles International Airport 25 min Car · 1 hr 1 Transit
  • John Wayne Airport 55 min Car · 4 hr 10 Transit
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport 38 min Car · 2 hr 3 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

The Getty 36,417 reviews

The Getty

1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049, United States

4.8 · Art Museum
Santa Monica Pier 132,366 reviews

Santa Monica Pier

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States

4.6 · Fishing Pier
Santa Monica State Beach 1,506 reviews

Santa Monica State Beach

California, United States

4.6 · Beach
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