I stayed in David’s studio for five nights to explore the surrounding areas around Santa Monica, Malibu and a few other places nearby. It is about a 15 minute walk to the beach. … David is very prompt and thorough in his communication and he has videos to watch to explain how to enter. My biggest pleasant surprise was that parking was very easy. With a five dollar a night pass you can request in advance through David, there were always many spots nearby. I thought it was going to be a hassle, but it turned out to be the opposite. This studio is a very good value for staying in the area!