The Georgian Hotel is located next to the famous Santa Monica Pier and just across from Palisades Park. In addition to having a long and fascinating history, this upscale hotel is downright beautiful. The most obvious difference in this 1933 oceanfront hotel compared to others is the brightly painted Art Deco style. Being whimsical, this hotel offers a unique experience unlike any other.
At the time The Georgian Hotel opened, life in the late 1920's was reaching a fevered pitch. Interested in putting her stamp on the Pacific coastline, Rosamond Borde, a business woman ahead of her time, decided to open the hotel. One of the first skyscrapers in Santa Monica was dubbed The Georgian. As a true Art Deco masterpiece, it became her inspiration.
From that time forward, The Georgian Hotel has been a perfect getaway for people of discriminating taste. With an intrigue of speak-easy, glamour, and grace, people come from all over the world to experience what the hotel offers. Even if for a short time, guests join a very elite class of individuals.
In addition to a colourful exterior and unique architecture, one aspect of The Georgian Hotel that makes it interesting is the blend of modern day technology with period fixtures. Free Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions, and 24x7 room service provide today's traveller with comforts of home while the dark wood furniture, vibrantly coloured walls, and goose-down bedding take them back in time.
Overall, accommodations at The Georgian Hotel are refined and designed to cater to the needs of every guest. Along with sofas that pull out and plush bath robes, this hotel provides a pet turndown service that includes a mat, toy, treat, and water bowl. As a bonus, some of the rooms at The Georgian Hotel offer mesmerizing ocean views.
During its heyday, The Georgian Hotel was frequented by some of Hollywood's most beloved stars. However, it was also a place where known gangsters would stay. Now, it has become a luxurious hotel that provides guests with high-end amenities coupled with an interesting and sometimes dark past.
1. Rooms & Suites
With a history that spans more than 80 years, The Georgian Hotel is the perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and contemporary achievements. Even today, the same Hollywood glamour that graced the hotel years ago is experienced by guests. Virtually every aspect of the hotel embodies a luxurious lifestyle, starting with the accommodations that include guest rooms and suites.
The guest rooms are designed to make travelling more enjoyable. On top of charming décor from the Roaring 20's are original Art Deco fixtures, LCD flat screen television, mini-bar, rich wood furniture, ceiling fan, and more. To ensure every guest has a one-of-a-kind experience, all 85 guest rooms are beautifully inspired.
As boutique style rooms, guests enjoy soothing and complementary bath and body products, plush goose down bedding, free Wi-Fi, a nice-sized desk for doing work, and a phone with two lines and voicemail. Guests can choose rooms with one queen bed, one king bed, or two queen beds based on need. Depending on which guest room is reserved, some are designed to meet current ADA requirements. In addition, visual communications devices are available upon request.
For a luxurious experience staying at The Georgian Hotel, the suites are truly amazing. In addition to each two-room suite being spacious, several offer gorgeous ocean views. The suites are decorated to create elegance, something evident in the beautiful dividing French doors, silky drapes, ottoman, desk, table with chairs, artwork, Art Deco lamps, sofa and chaise lounge, and more.
The separate living areas in the suites add comfort. Guests are immediately submersed in the Art Deco theme found in every suite. However, this coupled with modern amenities, including two LCD televisions, AM/FM stereo, CD/DVD player including MP3 capability, two plush bathrobes, expanded cable, tea and coffee maker, mini-bar, and two-line phone complete with direct dial access and voicemail is what makes The Georgian Hotel so inviting. With reservations, a suite with magnificent ocean views is available.
Special Package Deals
All of the high-end guest rooms and suites can be enjoyed at a discounted price by choosing one of the offered exclusive package deals. Currently, guests can save 15% off the price of a premium suite, which includes free valet parking or by planning ahead, guests are offered 15% off the best available rate. To ensure guests of The Georgian Hotel receive superior services, package deals change periodically.
2. Dining
In addition to immaculate grounds, stunning Art Deco style, amazing guest rooms and suites, and impeccable service, guests of The Georgian Hotel have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner at The Veranda Restaurant. This on-site restaurant provides a unique experience on its own.
The chef of The Veranda Restaurant is known for creating masterful dishes, often using seafood caught fresh every day. Whether sitting in the inside dining room or enjoying the warm air and breathtaking ocean view outside, this restaurant never disappoints. To satisfy even hard-to-please guests, the chef recreates favourite breakfast foods. In addition, Mediterranean-fusion tapas, coastal cuisine from California, and magnificent desserts are served. For guests who enjoy cocktails, the Georgian, a well-known Art Deco martini, is a great way to end the day.
Whether dining alone, with a friend or client, or spending romantic time with someone special, The Veranda Restaurant will impress. Just as with other areas of the hotel, the restaurant has a stunning environment that makes guests feel welcomed. This coupled with perfect service is why so many people love dining at this restaurant, whether a hotel guest or not.
3. Weddings & Meetings
With different space designated for events, The Hotel Georgian is an ideal location for special occasions, including business meetings, parties, and weddings. Although the hotel does not offer oversized space as found with other hotels in and around the Santa Monica area, the space that is available is beautifully designed, warm, refreshing, and highly accommodating.
As the original boutique hotel in Santa Monica, The Georgian Hotel offers signature space in the authentic Speakeasy downstairs. At one time, this space was used as a hide out for famous and not so famous people. During the Prohibition, some of the best known gangsters and Hollywood A-listers used the space, including Clark Gable, "Fatty" Arbuckle, Bugsy Siegel, Carol Lombard, and Al Capone, among others. By reserving the space, guests have the opportunity to share the same space with these and other greats from the past.
As the original boutique hotel in Santa Monica, The Georgian Hotel offers signature space in the authentic Speakeasy downstairs. At one time, this space was used as a hide out for famous and not so famous people. During the Prohibition, some of the best known gangsters and Hollywood A-listers used the space, including Clark Gable, "Fatty" Arbuckle, Bugsy Siegel, Carol Lombard, and Al Capone, among others. By reserving the space, guests have the opportunity to share the same space with these and other greats from the past.
For meetings and business purposes, The Georgian Hotel has 2,232 square feet of available space. This size room easily accommodates up to 90 people. In addition, the hotel has space in the Georgian Room and Pacific Boardroom. All space is comfortable, well-lit with natural sunlight, and outfitted with cutting-edge technology.
High-tech services are available as well. For this, guests have access to flip charts, easels, TV/VCR/DVD combinations, televisions, podiums, screens, overhead projectors, and anything else required for a smooth meeting. In fact, the hotel staff will gladly provide all required office supplies.
For more formal meetings, birthday parties, wedding receptions, and other events, the hotel has a full-event catering service. As part of this is cake cutting, bar backs, bartenders, corkage service, tablecloths, dance floors, and other things that guest require.
When it comes to event planning, the professionals at The Georgian Hotel are true experts. All staff members have years of experience and outstanding expertise to surpass the needs of guests. Best of all, services rendered are always provided with a smile reminiscent of the vintage era.
For guests interested in getting out and about to explore the Santa Monica area, hotel staff can provide recommendations and information. With a centralized location, guests of The Georgian Hotel can reach a wide range of places beyond the Santa Monica Pier and Palisades Park. Using a rental car or public transportation, guests can enjoy a number of seasonal activities that take place throughout the year or recurring events such as wine tasting, visiting various farmer's markets, conservancy walking tours of downtown, the Outdoor Antique & Collectible Market, and Shark Sundays hosted by the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium.
Of course, with The Georgian Hotel being a short distance from the beach and ocean, there is never a lack of on and off land activities. Guests can snorkel, swim, play sand volleyball, listen to free concerts, or simply take a stroll on pristine sand. After all, the beach of Santa Monica is one of the best kept secrets in the United States.
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1415 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Phone: 800-538-8147
