We had a lovely few days in Santa Monica... the apartment is much more spacious than we expected, and very close to everything, but pleasantly quiet.
There is a washer and dryer which is very useful, and the sofa bed is very comfortable.
The beach and restaurants and shops are all close by ... you can walk to Santa Monica pier one way or Venice Beach the other way. Though it is a bit of a longer drive to the Hollywood area of central LA.
Communication was all thorough and very clear ... thanks again for a lovely few days.