Reviews of Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA 90401, United States of America
#180 of 384 hotels in Los Angeles
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 280 hotel reviews
7.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.4
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Comfort
8.5
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
8.2
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Staff
8.6
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Value for money
6.9
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Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Kirkland
United States of America9 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“A very nice property in one of LA's great neighborhoods.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Room was very small. Housekeeping did not replacement coffee or cups. Had to call and request more than once during a four night stay.
Staff was very friendly and helpfull. On site spa was very nice.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Laurel
United States of America1 review8.0“It was a great stay and a very walkable location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Fairmont Room with 2 Double Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Air conditioner was extremely loud in our room. They use iPads for service requests and ours was programmed to the room next door so our room service order went back to the kitchen and was delivered back cold. Called in breakfast order and it was delicious!
Staff was wonderful and overall it was a wonderful short stay. The spa treatments were great! Enjoyed the lobby bar and lunch at Fig was terrific.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Robert
Canada1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bath towels were hard Motel 6 have softer towels
Great location, clean
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Claudia
Mexico9 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Mostly very nice. Housekeeping terrible”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Ocean View Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Housekeeping service was terrible. I had to call almost every day to get my room cleaned Terrible elevators. Service one wasn’t working so employees and carts were using guests elevators. Waiting lines all the time. It’s not nice for a so expensive hotel
Mostly nice. The food great
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: December 19, 2023
Ahmed
United States of America2 Reviews8.0“Beautiful Hotel that I definitely would return to in my next visit to Santa Monica and I highly recommend.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King Suite with Ocean View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Overall nothing major that we didn’t like … The suite we took on the fourth floor is barely seeing the ocean ! The trees obstruct the view so much ! so in my opinion it should not be listed as ocean view !!
The hotel is very nice All the staff that saw were wonderful It has very nice location in Santa Monica The restaurants are nice ! Soko Sushi restaurant is exceptional!!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 1, 2023
Eileen
United States of America12 Reviews9.0“Although you’re paying for it we enjoyed everything and will be back next time we’re in Santa Monica.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A bit pricey.
Beautiful property and great location.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: November 30, 2023
Farid
Azerbaijan7 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 1 night
The hotel is rather old and was not up to expectations. 5 stars fit only for the location.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: November 29, 2023
Mccarthy
United States of America5 Reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Fairmont Room with 2 Double Beds
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was very "dated".
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: November 25, 2023
Israel
Mexico3 Reviews7.0“Acceptable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room, old furniture
Staff
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: October 27, 2023
Binoo
United Arab Emirates5 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Good stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • One-Bedroom King Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Old hotel and not worth the price.
Good location
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Mogog
Cayman Islands42 Reviews7 helpful votes8.0“Brilliant, convenient and comfortable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Suite with Ocean View
- • Stayed 2 nights
The spa is nothing to write home about for a property of this calibre and the pool area can get cramped when it's busy - we managed to find chairs when we went but others weren't so lucky. And the suites need balconies!
The hotel is in a brilliant location and service is incredibly friendly and attentive. We chose a suite to have space for our two kids and it worked really well. The ocean view from the windows was stunning - just a shame this section of the hotel doesn't have balcony's to enjoy though! The restaurants are brilliant - from the coffee shop for early morning coffees and pasties to the restaurant serving brunch on weekends the pool area serving food and drinks. Guest services were super helpful finding bike rentals for us and we used the street car to get a ride back from the beach - much easier than carrying the kids up the hill! We loved walking everywhere from the hotel. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Angela
United Kingdom5 Reviews9.0“Great start to our California holiday”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premier Double Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The amazing tree, location was great.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Nasser
Saudi Arabia31 Reviews8 helpful votes9.0“Nice location but need a big upgrade!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Suite with Ocean View
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not really a Fairmont standard, the rooms and hallways are outdated and very old. Clearly requires a refurbishment!
The location is amazing, the staff went above and beyond to make out stay comfortable. The pool is nice and the beds are comfy.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 2, 2023
Wirick
United States of America1 review8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Fairmont King Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No fans in the bathroom Elevators are wonky and don’t work exactly as they are supposed to.
Rooms were nice and clean. Staff was very nice.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: June 29, 2023
T
United Kingdom11 Reviews9.0“Great place would definitely stay again but on other side of hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premier King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Noise from the bungalow at weekend. Not being able to sit by pool people next to us on grass said they were in on a day pass which seems a bit unfair on guests as it’s a big hotel with very limited pool space
Location great. All good we had in hotel great. Staff all very helpful
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 20, 2023
Katherine
United States of America25 Reviews13 helpful votes8.0“A nice beach holiday”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Premier Double Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I have to ding on the facilities - the elevators were a disaster all weekend (we got an apology letter but nothing else), the phone needed assistance to work, the iPad didn’t work at all, and the entire place could use a refresh if we’re honest. Also, the pool area closes too early — 8 PM in the summer?
I liked the hot tub. Arianna was nice. The food was decent. Location unbeatable. Beds were comfy. The beach area is great!
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 18, 2023
Robert
Germany28 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Superb staff. Our room was no longer available but we were offered an upgrade to a great suite. Staff was very professio”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Premier Double Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location with the street separating the hotel from the beach area was not ideal but still good. Hotel is somewhat outdated what also gives it this “old” Hollywood charm though.
Staff was superb and professional.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 17, 2023
Irene
Australia19 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Fairmont King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location and size of room
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: June 8, 2023
Meshari
Kuwait63 Reviews7 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Ocean View Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
best hotel in Santa Monica
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: April 20, 2023
Peggy
Switzerland29 Reviews8.0“I would definitely visit again, all in all good stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Fairmont King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
bathroom appliances were dripping and secondary drain was filthy(the „overflow“ one that is visible)
great position, nice pool and set up
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Giba
Italy25 Reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Not again. At this price there should not be a single deficiency. Totally overpriced.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Fairmont Room with 2 Double Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Two restaurants in the Hotel, both closed on Sunday! You would not expect that in a 5 stars property at minimum 600€ a night.
Nice place as it should be a Fairmont.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: April 11, 2023
Desiree
United States of America2 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Suite with Ocean View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The carpet in the hallways needs to be updated. My bathroom tub had a crack in it that seemed to have been attempted to be repaired.
The facility was close to shopping and the beach. The facility was clean. The staff was excellent.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: March 30, 2023
Abdulrahman
United States of America1 review7.0“Not bad”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Premier King Room with Ocean View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The cub. It’s noisy, loud , it’s terrible experience
Location
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: March 27, 2023
Annie
United States of America4 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Fairmont King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The AC wasn’t working well.
Gorgeous.
Stayed in March 2023
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