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Shutters on the Beach vs Regent Santa Monica Beach

Shutters on the Beach is a five-star, family-friendly oceanfront hotel on Santa Monica State Beach with beachfront dining, a heated ocean-view pool, and ONE Spa — read this if you want a classic, all-ages beach stay steps from the sand. Regent Santa Monica Beach is a five-star luxury beachfront hotel on Ocean Avenue with Orla by Michael Mina, a full-service spa, and more meeting space — read this if you want a contemporary luxury beachfront option with bigger event facilities.

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King bed and built-in shelving in a guest room at Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach

Oceanfront · Family-friendly · Heated ocean-view pool

Best for families and travelers who want direct, traditional beachfront access and ocean-facing public spaces.

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Regent Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica, California

Regent Santa Monica Beach

Beachfront · Large meeting space · Signature Michael Mina restaurant

Best for travelers who want a newer luxury hotel with a high guest rating, more meeting rooms, and a beachfront restaurant by a noted chef.

Quick Verdict: Shutters on the Beach vs Regent Santa Monica Beach

When Shutters on the Beach wins: choose Shutters if you want a classic Santa Monica beach hotel with immediate sand access, ocean-view dining at 1 Pico, a heated ocean-view pool with cabanas and a family-friendly program (beach yoga, bike rentals, kids welcome).

When Regent Santa Monica Beach wins: choose Regent for a contemporary luxury stay with extensive meeting and event space, a high guest-rating score, Orla by Michael Mina as its beachfront dining option, and larger-scale conference facilities.

Bottom line: both are five-star beachfront options in Santa Monica; pick Shutters for a traditional, family-oriented beach hotel with historic local presence and shoreline-facing public spaces, or pick Regent for a modern luxury property that leans toward meetings/events and a chef-driven dining identity.

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Shutters on the Beach vs Regent Santa Monica Beach – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Shutters on the Beach and Regent Santa Monica Beach
CategoryShutters on the BeachRegent Santa Monica Beach
Overall vibeClassic, coastal-luxe, family-friendlyContemporary luxury, event-focused
LocationDirectly on Santa Monica State Beach, steps to sandBeachfront on Ocean Ave, a short walk to the Pier
Size (rooms)186 guest rooms and 12 suites167 individually decorated guestrooms
Who it's forFamilies, couples wanting classic oceanfront accessLuxury travelers, groups and meetings
Pools & outdoorHeated ocean-view outdoor pool, private cabanas, whirlpool/hot tubOutdoor pool, hot tub, poolside bar and cabanas (surcharge)
Restaurants & bars1 Pico (signature Italian), Coast Beach Café & Bar, The Living Room loungeOrla by Michael Mina (beachfront) plus 2 bars/lounges and 24-hour room service
Spa & fitnessONE Spa (multiple treatment rooms, rain/steam rooms) and 24-hour fitness with Peloton/Tonal/HydrowFull-service spa with massages/body treatments and 24-hour fitness center
Known forDirect beachfront location, family programming, beach yoga and bikesHigh guest rating (9.8), chef-driven beachfront restaurant, large meeting footprint
Event & meeting spaceAbout 8,632 sq ft across 9 event rooms; well-known wedding venues including Pacific Terrace and Grand SalonAbout 20,000 sq ft and 15 meeting rooms for larger conferences and events

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Location: Shutters vs Regent

Shutters on the Beach – Location

Shutters sits directly on Santa Monica State Beach with immediate sand access and is about a 5-minute walk to the Santa Monica Pier.

  • Address: 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405; steps to the Pacific Ocean.
  • Close to Main Street, Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place within easy walking distance.
  • Complimentary seasonal bike rentals via the Beach Concierge to explore the 22-mile oceanfront path.

Choose Shutters if you want the sand literally outside your door and quick walking access to Santa Monica’s main attractions.

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Location

Regent Santa Monica Beach sits on Ocean Avenue with direct beach access and is a short walk from the Pier and downtown spots.

  • Address: 1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; beachfront location in Downtown Santa Monica.
  • About a 4-minute walk to Santa Monica Beach and roughly 6 minutes to Santa Monica Pier (per supplier listing).
  • Close to Venice Beach (about 1.2 mi / 1.9 km) and other coastal attractions.

Choose Regent if you want a beachfront location with contemporary hotel public spaces and easy Pier access.

Rooms: Shutters (186 rooms) vs Regent (167 rooms)

Shutters on the Beach – Rooms

Shutters offers a mix of oceanfront, ocean view and partial view rooms and several suite categories across two buildings.

  • 186 guest rooms and 12 suites across the Ocean House and the Beach House.
  • Room choices include Room, Oceanfront; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront; Suite (Beach House); and multiple partial-ocean-view options.
  • Offers connecting rooms for families and some suites with sofa beds for extra guests.

Shutters is set up to accommodate families and guests who want ocean views and connecting-room options.

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Rooms

Regent's 167 individually decorated guestrooms include city-view and multiple oceanfront room and suite types, plus mobility-accessible options.

  • Room types listed range from The 720 Queen/Queen City View to The 720 Oceanfront King with Balcony and multiple corner and suite configurations.
  • Includes mobility-accessible rooms and oceanfront suites like Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner (Oceanfront).
  • Many rooms feature minibars, pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, and private bathrooms with separate tubs and showers.

Regent offers a variety of oceanfront and city-view rooms with accessible options and larger suite choices.

Dining & drinks: 1 Pico and Coast vs Orla by Michael Mina

Shutters on the Beach – Dining & drinks

Shutters provides ocean-facing dining across three venues from casual beach fare to a signature oceanfront restaurant.

  • 1 Pico: signature oceanfront Southern Italian restaurant serving dinner and weekend brunch (hours published).
  • Coast Beach Café & Bar: casual all-day beachfront menu with breakfast, lunch, dinner and a summer rosé bar.
  • The Living Room: lobby lounge for coffee, cocktails, light bites and evening live music programs.

Shutters covers casual to refined oceanfront dining within the hotel footprint, convenient for families and outside diners.

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Dining & drinks

Regent features Orla by Michael Mina as its signature beachfront restaurant and on-site bars and room service.

  • Orla by Michael Mina: beachfront American cuisine with alfresco dining and ocean views (supplier listing).
  • Two bars/lounges and a poolside bar are included, plus 24-hour room service.
  • Full breakfast is available for a fee (weekday breakfast hours noted in supplier listing).

Regent leans on a notable chef-driven dining identity and multiple bar spaces for in-house dining and events.

Pools & beach access: heated ocean-view pool vs outdoor pool

Shutters on the Beach – Pools & beach access

Shutters' outdoor heated pool has direct Pacific views, cabanas, towel service and an adjacent hot tub.

  • Heated ocean-view pool reserved for registered guests; private cabanas available for a surcharge.
  • Whirlpool/hot tub on property and chaise lounges with towel service.
  • Direct beachfront access from the hotel onto Santa Monica State Beach.

Shutters combines a heated ocean-view pool experience with immediate beach access and family-friendly pool spaces.

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Pools & beach access

Regent has an outdoor pool and hot tub with poolside service and sun loungers.

  • Outdoor pool and one hot tub listed; poolside bar and pool sun loungers available.
  • Pool cabanas are offered (surcharge noted in supplier listing).
  • Hotel sits on the beach with easy access to sand and the beachfront promenade.

Regent provides the standard beachfront pool and hot-tub setup plus poolside bar service and cabana options.

Wellness & nightlife: ONE Spa and The Living Room vs Regent spa and bars

Shutters on the Beach – Wellness & nightlife

Shutters' ONE Spa and a 24-hour fitness center support on-site wellness with ocean proximity.

  • ONE Spa: multiple treatment rooms, rain and steam wet rooms, relaxation lounge; open Tue–Sun 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
  • 24-hour fitness center with Peloton, Tonal, Hydrow and free weights; personal trainers and classes available.
  • The Living Room hosts evening live music and small events; beach yoga classes are offered seasonally.

Shutters emphasizes spa treatments and beachfront wellness with evening lounge music and fitness options for guests.

Regent Santa Monica Beach – Wellness & nightlife

Regent provides on-site spa services and a 24-hour fitness center alongside evening bar spaces.

  • Full-service spa offering massages, facials and body treatments (reservations required for treatments).
  • 24-hour fitness facilities and concierge-arranged wellness options.
  • Two bars/lounges and occasional poolside dining/drinks create evening activity on site.

Regent matches a full spa and fitness offering with bars and poolside evening options suited to adult travelers and event guests.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families and kids
Sunlit Living Room lounge seating with ocean view at Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach

Shutters — direct beach access, family-friendly rooms, connecting rooms, kids’ activities and a casual beachfront café.

Best for meetings and events
Regent Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica, California

Regent Santa Monica Beach

Regent — roughly 20,000 sq ft of conference space and 15 meeting rooms for larger corporate and group events.

Best oceanfront dining options on property
Symmetrical Living Room lounge with ocean vista at Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach

Shutters — 1 Pico plus Coast and The Living Room give a range of ocean-view dining styles from casual to refined.

Best chef-driven dining
Regent Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica, California

Regent Santa Monica Beach

Regent — Orla by Michael Mina is the hotel's signature beachfront restaurant led by a noted chef.

Frequently asked questions

Shutters on the Beach vs Regent Santa Monica Beach: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to the Santa Monica Pier?

Both are within easy walking distance to the Pier; Shutters is about a 5-minute walk and Regent is listed as a 6-minute walk to the Pier.

Are both hotels beachfront?

Yes. Shutters sits directly on Santa Monica State Beach and Regent Santa Monica Beach is also beachfront on Ocean Avenue.

Which hotel is better for a business conference?

Regent has a larger meeting footprint (about 20,000 sq ft and 15 meeting rooms) and is better suited for bigger conferences; Shutters has more modest event space geared toward weddings and smaller meetings.

Are these hotels adults-only?

No. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; neither property is adults-only.

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