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Hotel
Shangri-La is an architectural gem and iconic landmark
on the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica, California. It is a beacon
of Art Deco beauty, Hollywood allure, and Los Angeles history,
with expansive ocean views from every room.
Built in 1939,
Hotel Shangri-La is a quintessential example of Streamline Moderne
architecture. For decades, the Hotel Shangri-La has been a popular
hideaway for guests ranging from presidents and luminaries to
movie stars, artists, tastemakers, insiders, urbanites, and world
travelers.
Located in the
heart of Santa Monica, Hotel Shangri-La is a luxury boutique retreat
just steps from the sand.
Walking distance
to the Santa Monica Pier, premium shopping, and world-class restaurants,
Hotel Shangri-La is only 20 minutes from Los Angeles International
Airport, minutes from the Santa Monica Airport, and a short drive
from some of Los Angeles' most coveted attractions, including
Malibu Beach, the Getty Center & Villa, and Rodeo Drive.
In October 2008,
Hotel Shangri-La will reopen after a $30 million refurbishment-
the first renovation in more than 20 years. The new look will
embody key elements of the original design of the era while bringing
it into the 21st Century with a contemporary twist.
The full-service
hotel will include 71 rooms & suites (an increase of 17 rooms),
a lush courtyard with elevated pool and cabanas, social dining
restaurant, lavish suites, and posh rooftop bar.
Each room &
suite will be restored and modernized to include high-speed Internet
connections, premium sound systems and more. The ideal balance
of past, present, and future, Hotel Shangri-La is the idyllic
destination for the discerning traveler looking for something
inviting, luxurious, experiential and enduring.
Shangri-La
Hotel
1301 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-2791
www.shangrila-hotel.com |