Katja’s delightful guesthouse is a peaceful haven in the middle of it all. The neighborhood is quiet and charming yet perfectly situated to easily access the beach and the city. The guesthouse itself is cozy, nicely decorated and imbued with charm. It also contains all the basics that you need. Katja is a gracious and highly responsive host. She clearly has an attention for detail and is generous with her knowledge of the immediate area as well as greater Los Angeles. Couldn’t have asked for a better Santa Monica home base.