To be short, you won't regret if you choose Liz's place to stay. :D
Location and Time Saving
She got the best location with reasonable price. You can walk to beach enjoying the sunshine for half day. And you can walk back home to take a shower and enjoy night life somewhere else. Since it is walkable, you save money $$$ at transportation. Plus you can take a shower at home to refresh and to be ready for second round. (Saving more time means you can have more fun :)).
Transportation
I used Uber a lot when I went out because I didn't rent a car. And the price was reasonable. From Airport to Liz's place, the first ride I got from airport was $20 (at 9am). And the second ride I got from Liz's place to airport was $14 (at 12:30pm).
Neighborhood
Very safe!
I went to Santa Monica for friend's wedding (alone). Basically, it was a solo trip. I didn't feel unsafe at all when I was walking outside after 10pm.
Service
Ladies ~ you don't need to bring anything beside your makeup bag. lol Liz got you from sunblocks to makeup remover sheets (sensitive skin) to pocket tissue. She prepares everything for your convenience. It helps you to reduce half of your suitcase space. (Very important!)
She got a very comfortable bed and pillows. Response
Liz is very responsive. She replies you back very fast. And feel free to ask her any questions and tell her any of your concerns.
There are other great points, but I just cannot fit in here all of them.
I really really had a great time to stay at Liz's place. And I believe you will too!! Choose her place and you won't regret. :D