The space is neat and clean. Like other reviews were saying, the space can get loud until 1-2 AM, but its ok afterward. Honestly, for the location and the space, if you are going to go out on Fri or Sat nights, this is the BEST place in Santa Monica for you to stay.
Sivlio is a fantastic guest. He allowed me to check out at 6 PM (let me repeat - 6 PM! that is 6 hours later than the standard check out time). If you stayed at Ritz Carlton, would you be able to check out at 6 PM? No. If you stay at Fairmont, would you be able to check out at 6 PM? No.