We recently spent the weekend at this beautiful resort for family get together. The Ocean-View Suites in the Palasades Tower had great views and plenty of room for the family to gather. The other rooms in the Ocean Tower were nicely appointed and the balcony views were amazing. The fig tree in front of the hotel is amazing...T

The Staff are very attentive and extremely accommodating, the atmosphere was elegant, and the Resort was walking distance to everything you want in Santa Monica. Upon checkout, my mother had left behind her coat. The resort made all accomodations to ensure that her coat was returned to her home. We'll be returning to the Fairmont again soon...

From the front desk to the spa to the housekeepers the staff could not have been nicer. We booked under Amex platinum and were given a double upgrade to a lovely bungalow. The breakfast was excellent, served in our room. The spa credit was well worth it. I highly recommend Shelly Luna if you go for a massage. We previously stayed at Shutters but preferred the Fairmont overall.

Returned here for two nights in January 2012 (Stayed January 2011). Welcoming and relaxed, great location, quiet but short walk to front, shops etc. Breakfast superb, great service but relaxed ambience. Eat one night in restaurant with group of four - all enjoyed the food.
Annual business trip- will return.

We recently spent 3 nights at the end of a long holiday in the US and it was just what the doctor ordered.
We were upgraded to a suite with an ocean view and the staff were efficient and friendly.
The hotel is well located in Santa Monica,away from the rabble of the boardwalk but a short stroll to shopping,restaurants and the pier.
The hotel has a terrific pool,spa and outdoor area for relaxing.Courtesy bikes were also provided for exploring the neighbourhood.
We hired a car as we always do in LA but found it unnecessary as everything we needed was within walking distance.
Our family enjoyed a comfortable suite and were well attended to by staff. I would highly recommend this hotel to families.