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Rest Haven Motel

815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Ranked #17 of 34 hotels in Santa Monica
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cultv
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

I stayed here based on the trip advisor rating, but I am struggling to see why folks are so positive about it. Stayed for 3 nights and had a lot of trouble sleeping as the walls are paper thin. You can hear everything from the room next door. There is even a sign asking to give the TV down after... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
15 April 2013

I cannot find words, the best I can, to comfort you because of what you personally underwent in your 3-day rendezvous in our motel. I had wished you came to us and aired your gripes from the first moment you felt the uneasiness-we could have done something like a change of room. Where you were is a recent additional unit-the... More

Eaton, Ohio, United States
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

We knew we weren't going to do much but sleep and this place was much cheaper than anything else available. It was clean and the parking was free. A decent tv and free internet. Bed was alright for one night, but a little uncomfortable. Water pressure was low, but it got the job done. If you are going to spend... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Truly, according to you, a budget motel. What you paid for is what you get. We felt elated reading your honest-to-goodness comments. Let us take care of the uncomfortable beds you were talking about, and the water pressure, as well. It gives us a feeling of exhilaration noticing the good sides of your stay in the motel. The words can... More

Sydney
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

If you're looking for cheap, easy accommodation in Santa Monica then I would recommend this motel. The only issue I had was the neighbourhood - whilst it's only about a 25 minute walk from the pier, it's quite a different atmosphere and there were a lot of 'shady' characters around. The first afternoon I was there, not 3 mins after... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
15 April 2013

I can identify with your apprehension being a total stranger to the city but we can not be responsible for the environment where we are located. I can not blame you as a lone traveler considering the presence of those elements unwanted yet unavoidable - but things happen as they can happen wherever we are - the location - wholesome... More

Bethesda, Maryland
Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

If you are looking for budget and don't mind walking, this is the hotel for you. The neighborhood is a little dicey (the Jack-in-the-box drive thru was 75 feet from my door). About a mile walk to the 3rd Street Promenade and the Santa Monica pier. The place was clean and comfortable. The owner couldn't have been nicer. If you... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
15 April 2013

I might want to suggest "inexpensive and affordable" if we are to be described instead of "cheap". This is truly a budget place for the purpose of offering rooms within means of travelling people. Our guests feel comfortable, hence, compensated-we have nothing more to ask for. We will remember your review and make it our stepping stone to the betterment... More

Honolulu, HI
Top Contributor
71 reviews 71 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
143 helpful votes 143 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

a pleasant family style motel in a quiet residential neighborhood of Santa Monica. A very nice manager helped me with all my questions. No phone in the room but did have a refrigerator. A Von's and an Albertson's is just a few blocks away for groceries. The Santa Monica Pier is about a 10 minute drive away. Parking is $6... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
7 February 2013

That was a very pleasant review and it's uplifting. It is nice to find out that you have fully appreciated our place even if it is not an upscale type of hotel. It is unfortunate that we did not have phones in the room because we are thinking most, if not all, have their cellular phones on hand. We are... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013 via mobile

While clean and convenient it's basically a dive in a very iffy neighborhood. Beds are old and uncomfortable. Hard to find anyone in the office. Very poor water pressure. Room smelled like tobacco smoke.

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
6 February 2013

The cleanliness and convenience you found in our place is something worthwhile and we thank you for noticing it. Regarding the neighborhood is something beyond our control which we also find somewhat detestable so I would say there's nothing we could do about it. Apologetically, the manager is a jack of all trades so it is impossible to find her... More

San Francisco, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

Chose Rest Haven based on TripAdvisor reviews. Chose courtyard room cited in several trip advisor reviews. Found the room to be quiet as was mentioned in other trip advisor reviews. I stayed 1st week of 2013. Room was clean. Manager had issue with slow running shower drain fixed promptly. Lincoln blvd does have its share of down on luck types... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
6 February 2013

This is one beautiful advantage of following other people's opinion based on their experiences. At least, you were rewarded by your being a smart listener. Thanks - you are always most welcome anytime. Good day! More

San Diego, California
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

We stayed here two nights during Thanksgiving holiday. Was the cheapest and cleanest looking place we could find. Rooms are big enough, furnitures and bath a little old but very clean, so no problems there. Not far away from 3rd street promenade and pier. 15-20 min walk. We drove from San Diego, free parking - very important. Free Wi Fi,... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
6 February 2013

Our hard work gets rewarded by people like you who value our good intentions to make you guys get your money's worth. Your appreciation through your nice thoughts about us is a true gift we treasure. You are always welcome to our place anytime. Have an awesome day. More

Gandhidham
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Nothing to drool over. Decent location, value for money. Clean. The room service was lacking a bit. We had requested an early check in, and the rooms were empty but not cleaned! We waited 1 hour after a long flight. We could see the cleaning lady doing the other rooms! Why on earth didn't she just clean our room first... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
6 February 2013

I can only apologize if we had made you wait like we were not truly efficient. We can learn from that but we still know you felt good with us during your stay and found the good things in the place. We felt vindicated somehow. Thank you for sharing the good and not-so-good. We respect your thoughts about us. Happy... More

Istanbul, Turkey
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2012

Before I chose Rest Haven, I checked reviews for almost all the hotels in LA under a certain budget and this was the one with best reviews. When I stayed there, I saw why. First of all: Staff. The lady taking care of the motel is incredibly friendly and helped me a lot. If you have any questions, she is... More

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resthavenmotel, General Manager at Rest Haven Motel, responded to this review
6 February 2013

I appreciate your generous compliments, the kind words. You made us feel we are up to our job and business and this is very important to us, inspirational yet challenging. We made you satisfied and that was our primary goal for our guest like you. Great day! More

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Also Known As:
Rest Haven Hotel
Rest Haven Hotel Santa Monica
Address: 815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Region: United States > California > Santa Monica
Amenities:
Beach Business Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Best Value Hotels in Santa Monica
#8 On the Beach Hotels in Santa Monica
#18 Family Hotels in Santa Monica
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Built in 1938...... "A marvelous experience"...nothing else can give you the exciting opportunity to visit Santa Monica and its attractions, the sun, the sand, the sea, and especially a night or nights' stay at our warm and cozy Rest Haven Motel.An economy motel located just seven blocks from the beach and a short 15 minutes walk to Third Street Promenade, in downtown Santa Monica, and only 10 minutes walk to Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach; enables our guests to walk to shops and restaurants. ... more   less 
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