John was a very cool and laid-back guy , he made sure I was very comfortable in the room. I thought it was so cool that he had a table full of bus schedules , maps, tourist pamphlets to help guide the way along with him verbally telling you what is what around town. 6 blocks i believe it was to the beach. It is like a simple 10 min walk. Very safe neighborhood at all times, I know because i was walking back from the train station a few times around 12 midnight. The area is very residential. Not far from bus access that could take you to downtown Santa Monica and the Santa Monica pier also the city just finished a light rail in downtown Santa Monica that takes you into Los Angeles . Now back to the room... clean bedding and towels . Carpet was spotless and room smelling fresh , the bathroom spotless. Overall the room made the trip very easy going for me. I will be recommending this room to friends and family that wants a trip out to Santa Monica / Los Angeles area.