Lana and her co-host Elena were great and so welcoming. They were really friendly, attentive, discreet and super organized and professional. They were always willing to answer questions, give recommendations or change towels. We could use dishes, the fridge (had an own corner there for our stuff as well as in the bathroom) and were invited to drink their purified water. Our room was spacious and the huge bed was amazing! Because of suddenly necessary repairs in the kitchen, we got an Starbucks gift card "for compensation", what was very very kind and unexpected for us.
Third Street Promenade is very close just as the beach and the pier.

Both hosts have done everything to make our stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible. We had an awesome time in Santa Monica and felt that we are in good hands :)