You really can't beat the location and all of the staff is excellent!! Anne at check out was AMAZING and is a great asset to this adorable hotel. The drinks and snacks in the rooms (even though we did not indulge in any) were a great touch. However, upon entering our room, it was very stuffy and hot. We are from AZ and can handle the heat, but it was to the point of unbearable. An easily installed a/c wall unit would really help this place out. Not all the rooms in this hotel have a/c (some do). I have stayed at hotels near the beach without a/c before no problem--- often beachfront hotels are older remodeled buildings and the weather is usually decent enough for an open window and fan to be enough. Unfortunately, it was very hot the few days we were visiting. Marina and Anne were very helpful and had us moved to a more comfortable room. Neither room had an actual ocean view, but you are literally RIGHT ON THE BEACH and a stone's throw from Pier Ave (were all the fun is). There is a great common area patio for guests to watch the boardwalk and volleyball players, with a gorgeous backdrop of Hermosa Beach. You are close to all of the shops and restaurants, but feel very safe and the place is professional and clean. Overall, we would definitely love staying at the Sea Sprite Hotel again (just make sure to ask for an extra fan or a room with a/c --but might not be available). Also, if you have trouble reaching the host try calling the hotel and asking for her there -- she never seemed to respond to Air B'n'B messages through the site. We will be back!!