About Walk to Pier - 3rd St Pier & Beach
Walk to Pier - 3rd St Pier & Beach is a pet-friendly hotel with self-catering rooms, a few minutes from the beach and the Santa Monica Pier.
All rooms are air-conditioned and come standard with a television, work desk and a sofa bed, as well as a DVD player, heating, cribs and a private balcony. Each room also has a private bathroom with shower and hair dryer.
Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas and free on-site parking is possible. Amenities include laundry facilities, ATM and a lift, as well as a library and a front desk.
Rooms also have a separate dining area and a kitchen that comes equipped with an oven, refrigerator, stovetop, and dishwasher, as well as a microwave, cookware and utensils. Several bars and restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel.
Walk to Pier - 3rd St Pier & Beach is near the Santa Monica Place, Venice Beach, Santa Monica College, the International Chess Park and the Original Muscle Beach.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Good location
Many guests appreciate that the hotel is within walking distance of the beach and the promenade, while some like that the pier is also nearby. Others find that the hotel is conveniently close to several bars and restaurants, as well as a grocery store and coffee shop.
positive:
Spacious and comfortable rooms
Several guests like that the rooms are well-appointed with comfortable furnishings in the living and sleeping area. Others appreciate that there is plenty of space to move around, while some love that there is a balcony.
positive:
Equipped for an extended stay
Guests say that the rooms come equipped with everything one will need for a longer stay, like a fully-equipped kitchen and a separate dining area. Others like that the hotel has a laundry facility as well as a library.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Hotel needs an upgrade
Some guests comment that the walls look stained and dirty and add that a fresh coat of paint should be considered. Others note that the some lights do not work and that the carpets look dirty and should be regularly cleaned or replaced.
negative:
It takes time to check-in
Guests find that the check-in process is slow with the front desk not being available at all times, and add that a member of the staff has to get the keys from another location. Others are quick to point out that guests are sent an email with the instructions for checking in and say that the instructions are clear and easy to follow.
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Slow Internet connection
A handful of guests note that the Wi-Fi signal inside the rooms is weak, and add that the Internet connection is slow. Others find that the Wi-Fi signal is inconsistent in other areas of the hotel and suggest bringing a pocket Wi-Fi device.