Experience the laid-back vibe at Rest Haven Motel, located near Santa Monica Pier. Relax with in-room WiFi, park easily with free self parking and secure your belongings with luggage storage and a front-desk safe. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 27 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 31 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 32 min drive
Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 33 min drive
Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 47 min drive
Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
Van Nuys Station - 21 min drive
Los Angeles Cal State Station - 23 min drive
Downtown Santa Monica Station - 16 min walk
17th Street/SMC Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min walk
Mel's Drive-in - 8 min walk
Jack in the Box - 1 min walk
Panda Express - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
About this property
Rest Haven Motel
At Rest Haven Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, University of California, Los Angeles and Venice Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
35-inch plasma TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Travel cot
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Garden
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Designer toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Also known as
Rest Haven Motel Hotel
Rest Haven Motel Santa Monica
Rest Haven Motel Hotel Santa Monica
Frequently asked questions
Does Rest Haven Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rest Haven Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rest Haven Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rest Haven Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rest Haven Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Rest Haven Motel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
Does Rest Haven Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a garden.
What's the area around Rest Haven Motel like?
Rest Haven Motel is a short 15-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Santa Monica College. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Rest Haven Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Refrigerator
Bed
Service staff
Location
Beach
Air conditioning
Bathroom
Luxury
What guests liked
The property is within a short walking distance to the beach, making it a convenient and ideal location for beachgoers. (7 reviews)
Parking was very convenient and easily accessible. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Great beds!
Great value; beds are super comfortable. We have stayed in 3 different rooms all had great beds.
Bill
Bill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2025
Good location and value
Very good value as it is a short Uber ride or scooter ride from the Santa Monica Pier. The front desk attendant was very friendly and welcoming. Would stay here again on my next trip to Santa Monica/Venice Beach.
Alejandro
Alejandro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Great place to stay
Great motel! Free parking is such a hard thing to find. In the LA area. Very clean
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Uptown experience
Awesome property and owner
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun 2025
Small, quiet, clean, pretty, friendly staff, well located ( close to the beach, food and stores).
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
Quaint and cute
Kim was very welcoming. The establishment is very well kept. It has the cutest garden patio area. I loved all the succulents and plants. The bed and pillows were very comfortable as well.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2025
Excellent small motel in a great location. Cute with a pleasant courtyard.
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Great staff. The room is small, but was fine for one person. Location was good. Would definitely stay there again.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Great value and kind, accommodating staff. Quiet, small rooms with what you need to sleep or rest.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2025
The kindest staff and a very convenient location
Cary
Cary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jul 2025
Satisfying
It was a short stay and Rest Haven worked very good for it. Calm neighbourhood, clean room, walking distance to Santa Monica Pier. Manager lady was very welcoming, very helpful. I was satisfied with my stay there.
Huseyin Ulas
Huseyin Ulas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2025
This little gem was unbelievably quiet and convenient to where we needed to be in Santa Monica in the morning! Loved the flowers in front of our room!
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
We had a great stay. No issues with noise, explored the area and enjoyed Santa Monica. Would recommend. Hidden gem with free parking!
Joseph
Joseph, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2025
The owner was very accommodating and helpful! The room and property were very clean well kept.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
It was a nice little motel. Walking distance to the beach and everything you need. Very quiet. Nice little garden in the back. And the most welcoming and kind staff ever. Highly recommend!
Olga
Olga, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Great location and a great staff.
Scot
Scot, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2025
We very much enjoyed this property. It's very quaint and quiet, but we mostly love the staff. The gardens around are beautiful. The plants are so lovely. They are very friendly people.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2025
Clean room, good price, nice lady at check-in.
Casey
Casey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sept 2024
We will stay here again!!
Helene
Helene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2024
Super nice stay near the beach
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
The owners were amazing loved my stay
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
Just a quick overnight while picking up my kid from college. Kim was delightful at check in. Old school motel. Quiet. Walkable to the beach in 10-15 minutes.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Excellent family trip to Santa Monica.
On site staff was warm and welcoming, and accessible throughout my entire trip. Room was exceptional and parking was very convenient. A very comfortable stay.
Adolfo
Adolfo, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Jun 2025
Quaint Motel near beach
Liked the hotel & location was great, really close to the beach. The shower/bathroom is my only complaint. Extremely narrow about 2ft wide. Hard for me to bend but not a concern for young folks.
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3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2025
Kim working the front desk was beyond amazing! She was so kind and helpful. Property was a little dated, but I still give it a A+. Very clean and functional.