We returned to Cal Mar for a second visit, because previously -- needing a new place to stay in SM after our former hotel closed -- we had found it to be pleasant and peaceful, and we like the apartments which come complete with kitchen and are very spacious. Not so peaceful this time -- we arrived to find a... more

We stayed here for 3 days in June. The 1-bedroom apartment we booked was spacious enough for my family of 4. My wife loved the homely and well-stocked kitchen, which she used for cooking our meals on the weekend. There is a Vons supermarket within 1 mile of the hotel, and there is also an open-air farmers' market on Saturday... more

We have just returned from a visit to california with our adult children.Our first stop was the cal mar suites.It was the one hotel that concerned me.We are used to staying in at least 4 star hotels and after reading some of the reviews on this and other websites we thought it was going to be very basic,noisy and not... more

Booked through Opodo and was rather concerned about our booking being honoured, but everyone at the hotel couldn't have been more helpful. A great location, convenient for the beach and the Third St Promenade. Room was spacious, with a well equipped kitchen and good ceiling fans. The real highlight is the large pool in the centre of the courtyard -... more

Yes, it's not brand new, and has seen better days. But traveling with two children, a one year old and a seven year old, it was perfect. Spacious, with kitchen facilities (great not to have to eat all our meals in restaurants, especially with the one year old, who tends to loose her patience rather quickly), a comfortable king size... more

I stayed at the Cal Mar Hotel over the 4th of July holiday and thought that some of the furnishings could be updated, the rooms were clean and the staff and front desk were exceptionally friendly. The location was ideal for shopping and we were just steps from the beach. The pool and garden area were very relaxing and really... more

I highly recommend that you do not stay at this hotel. It is in need of a major overhaul. We had a room on the 2nd floor, so we didn't hear the noise that others have described, but this place has a lot of problems. Many things are broken - the deadbolt, the TV in the bedroom, a slat from... more

Absolutely the grossest hotel I have ever stayed in. Not at all worth the price. Do not stay here... if you do- order flat sheets and lay them everywhere as the furniture and floors are filthy. Hotel has no air conditioner and the fans were either broken or made a constant clicking noise. Homeless people sort through the large trash... more

The Cal Mar is located one block from the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, and two blocks from the beach. It is very convenient to the access road for the Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu. The property itself is a bit dated, but has a vintage charm. The plantings in the inner courtyard were particularly attractive. While the one... more