Regent Santa Monica Beach is now open, marking the iconic brand’s return to America

With the opening of the legendary Regent brand returns to the shores of the United States Regent Santa Monica Beach. This elegant beach resort cements the reimagined Regent brand and the beauty of contrast by combining the glamor of Los Angeles with the splendor of the coast.
Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, reintroduces the iconic Regent name to Los Angeles and becomes the brand’s first flagship hotel in the Americas. Originally located in Beverly Hills and known as the setting for the film “Pretty Woman,” Regent returns to one of the most famous beaches in the country and just steps from the famous Santa Monica Pier. Offering inspiring stays through a blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury, the destination resort is poised to usher in a new era of exceptional experiences. Regent Santa Monica Beach will set a new standard with its luxuriously spacious guest rooms – with base rooms starting at a generous 720 square meters – and suites, inviting public areas, spectacular dining and an elevated pool terrace overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Younes Atallah, General Manager of Regent Santa Monica Beach shares: “It is an honor to reintroduce this legacy brand to Southern California and usher in a new era of unforgettable memories for our guests in Santa Monica. Our resort captures the unique appeal of Santa Monica in a tranquil setting where you can disconnect from the outside world and relax. Experience Regent’s legendary hospitality on your terms.

NON-COMMITTING LUXURY DEFINED

Design direction is led by Chantell Walsh Strategic hotels and resortsalongside renowned design companies. Considered one of the most innovative design companies in the world. AvroKO’s studio in San Francisco drew inspiration from luxury fashion and the natural beauty of the ocean to create the careful and thoughtful design of Regent Santa Monica Beach with framed views and special personal retreats. The resort’s public areas feature creative details that reflect boat sails, yachts on the Mediterranean and sandy structures in the endless natural beauty of the ocean. These details include framed brass arches, brass details, yacht-style floors and shades of green paired with gold and cream accents to create a light and airy feel.

Award-winning interior studio Wimberly Interiors
designed the resort’s guest rooms and suites with a sense of serenity, incorporating the calming hues of the Pacific Ocean. The design of the hotel’s Guerlain Wellness Spa combines the aesthetics of the California coast with Mediterranean elegance, exemplifying the connection between the spa’s location and Guerlain’s French origins. Special event venues are designed unlike any other meeting room on the market, featuring warm wood tones, marquetry and floral motifs that give each meeting room a unique elegance. Dedicated spaces, particularly the Jacaranda Ballroom, showcase thoughtful design elements and create an ideal setting for unforgettable gatherings. This hall is exquisitely appointed and features 6,100 square feet of interior space and an additional 3,000 square feet of foyer. This allows guests to enjoy the splendor of their dream celebration, while the studio positions itself as an ideal preparation space for weddings and events.

Tom Rowntree, vice president of global luxury and lifestyle brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “As we open the doors of Regent Santa Monica Beach, we celebrate not only Regent’s return to America, but also a new chapter for the brand that will usher in an unprecedented level of luxury along Santa Monica’s treasured coastline. Half a century ago, Regent Hotels & Resorts pioneered modern luxury hospitality by introducing amenities that are now a hallmark of hospitality. As we welcome Regent back to Los Angeles, the brand is committed to innovating luxury travel with a resort that redefines Southern California hospitality and sets a new standard of elegance, serenity and attentive service.

The resort features 167 guest rooms and suites, most of which offer panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Beach and the namesake pier. Upon arrival, guests can relax with a drink from the room’s complimentary refreshment gallery, where drinks and snacks are curated prior to arrival to suit the guest’s personal tastes. Regent Santa Monica Beach features the brand’s signature, purposefully designed personal retreats that fit naturally into private and public spaces and inspire pampering, intimate moments. Spa-style bathrooms, complete with soaking tub, walk-in rainfall shower and Perricone MD products, invite guests to relax. Room amenities include a designated dining and work space, Bose speaker, Dyson hairdryer, power outlets and chargers near each bed. The stunning signature Santa Monica Presidential Suite features an unparalleled, opulently designed 3,200 square feet of living space, including separate living, dining and playrooms, as well as panoramic ocean views. It’s just as impressive Two-story, two-bedroom oceanfront atrium suite spanning 2,180 square feet on the second and third floors and offering direct ocean views. This suite features separate living and dining areas, king-size beds in both bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a luxurious bathtub, rainfall showers, a bidet and other sophisticated details that ensure a seamless blend of comfort and elegance.

Resort guests can customize their stay with the assistance of a Regent Santa Monica Beach Regent Experience Manager. A Regent hallmark, the Regent Experience Manager is a single, designated point of contact from arrival to departure who helps tailor all aspects of a guest’s stay based on individual preferences and desires.

CYBEXa leading global lifestyle and child safety brand, is the official baby and children’s equipment partner of Regent Santa Monica Beach. Guests staying at the resort with infants and toddlers are encouraged to visit the CYBEX Concierge where CYBEX strollers are available, ranging from luxury full-size strollers with premium features and an attachable infant board to compact travel strollers with premium functionality. and multi-sport strollers, perfect for jogging or biking with your little one, are available for Santa Monica walks and use on property. Visitors also have access to CYBEX baby bouncers and 3-in-1 high chairs.

Other childcare options include: Nesty 3-in-1 Wave children’s beds from the brand that are easily adjustable according to the child’s age and sleeping needs and are equipped with breathable mattresses. Regent Santa Monica Beach’s special children’s program, Marine researcherwill present an exciting array of age-appropriate activities alongside an ever-changing list of seasonal activities. Personal sanctuaries for the youngest resort guests range from luxury toiletries to an in-room tent and crib.

EPICUREAN EXPLORATIONS

Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique culinary discoveries. OrlaAnd Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Mina combines the beloved flavors of the Mediterranean with the unsurpassed quality and freshness of California ingredients. Designed in collaboration with AvroKO, guests can expect an original, hand-crafted Pompeii mosaic crafted by 16 Sicis master mosaicists, harmoniously capturing the essence of Orla and the bespoke atmosphere that reflects and defines the entire property.

Orla BarNestled in the resort’s lobby, entices guests with a lavish yet approachable atmosphere and exquisite al fresco drinks Azure Bar
radiates California sunshine during the day and gentle sea breezes at night, with fine poolside dining and creative cocktails.

Sweet Julythe lifestyle and culinary brand founded by entrepreneur, restaurateur and two-time New York Times bestselling author Ayesha Curry in 2019 expanded beyond its Bay Area flagship with the opening of Sweet July Cafe at Regent Santa Monica Beach. The new cafe will feature a never-before-seen menu inspired by Curry’s love of California farmers markets while nodding to her Jamaican heritage.

The heroes of the breakfast menu are Sweet July’s best-selling coffee and tea, accompanied by other handcrafted beverages, vibrant California dishes and a curated selection of house-made Sweet July products. Next to the Sweet July Café guests can find The Regent Shop
with a range of lifestyle products and luxury goods for yourself and home. The boutique’s carefully curated selection ranges from essentials to gift items from popular brands and exciting new discoveries, many from local artisans.

AN ORDINARY ODYSSEY TO REST

The Regent Santa Monica Beach invites its guests to rest and relax on an area of ​​10,000 square meters Guerlain Wellness
spa, the first European brand on the West Coast. The coastal sanctuary offers 12 treatment rooms, a pre-treatment relaxation lounge, gender-specific lounges with plunge pool, sauna and steam room, an all-gender lounge, a post-treatment relaxation lounge and a champagne room, as well as a retail boutique. Guerlain Wellness offers guests highly personalized experiences to elevate services such as massages, facials and body treatments to the level of art.

Overlooking the place where the sun kisses the Pacific Ocean every evening Azure poolan outdoor oasis above the beach, accompanied by cozy cabanas and stylish sun loungers. The resort is large and ultra modern Fitness center is equipped with industry-leading strength and cardio equipment from Aviron, Echelon, Escape Fitness, Life Fitness, Therabody and others to accommodate the most advanced training programs. The fitness center is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m

Regent Hotels & Resorts joined IHG Hotels & Resorts in 2018, ushering in a new era for the iconic luxury brand. Regent Santa Monica Beach, along with Regent Hong Kong, Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel, Regent Shanghai on the Bund and Regent Phu Quoc, embody this new chapter in luxury hospitality. The debut of Regent Jeddah in 2024 and Regent Kyoto in 2025 will lead the brand’s next wave of openings.

Rooms at Regent Santa Monica Beach start at $1,100 per night. Guests can also earn and redeem points through IHG One Rewards, a premier loyalty program. To learn more about Regent Santa Monica Beach or to book a stay, visit Regent Santa Monica Beach.

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Regent Santa Monica Beach
700 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90402
United States