Stay here!! It’s the perfect location I would say for Santa Monica. It’s a 10 min walk to the beach, but also near Main Street which is full of lovely little bars and restaurants. You’re also not too close to the pier which I would say is a good thing as it’s a bit loud and touristy. The place is so clean, well stocked with kitchen utentsils, also soap shampoo etc in bathroom and nice big tv for relaxing in the evening