The Huntley Hotel in Santa Monica was such a great stay for me!!! I felt safe there, and the staff was very accommodating in every way. There were a few guests that gave me dirty looks (white people) but they were still cordial, so do with that what you will. There were multiple other guests that were Black, so ultimately I felt comfortable being myself while I stayed there. They had a restaurant downstairs that was more than exceptional, as well as a mini spa that had a jacuzzi, sauna, and cold plunge room. The jacuzzi was amazing & I felt like I could finally relax here. There is also a plaza in that area with a Barnes & Noble, and many other cute stores & restaurants for you to explore. I love sushi, so I went to Sugarfish & had the best time! The staff there was also very kind, and the food comes out very fast, so they do not keep you waiting for very long at all. Overall a pleasant getaway!
James
22 May 2025
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Traveling here to Santa Monica has a black person seems like a normal thing there’s all kinds of black people here I came with various people from the South Central area and it was quite easy to get down here to Santa Monica using the train line that goes into the hood almost near downtown it was quite convenient to get off and on go to Culver City go to various restaurants and then continue on to the beach though this place may not be the safest for black person I felt very comfortable being over and it was a joy to hang out lots of great Vibes and good times to be had by one and all
Mr_Fuller
19 Aug 2023
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Santa Monica, CA is the ultimate vacation spot. It is very family friendly and a very active environment. The beaches are second to none and you will be able to relax for hours on pristine sandy beaches off to yourself or you can mingle and set up around countless others. So many food choices that range in prices and always something for everyone. If you can afford it, I advise staying on the beach for full experience. The pier / amusement park can keep you occupied for a full day or more alone. Everything is within walking distance, if you don’t mind walking. There is few shopping experiences that can equate to the 3rd street promenade. There’s always hundreds, if not thousands of pedestrians walking around and often live entertainment. There will always be a few of “us” no matter where you go so you always feel comfortable. From restaurant personnel to law enforcement and retail workers, there is usually great representation.
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The Huntley Hotel in Santa Monica was such a great stay for me!!! I felt safe there, and the staff was very accommodating in every way. There were a few guests that gave me dirty looks (white people) but they were still cordial, so do with that what you will. There were multiple other guests that were Black, so ultimately I felt comfortable being myself while I stayed there. They had a restaurant downstairs that was more than exceptional, as well as a mini spa that had a jacuzzi, sauna, and cold plunge room. The jacuzzi was amazing & I felt like I could finally relax here. There is also a plaza in that area with a Barnes & Noble, and many other cute stores & restaurants for you to explore. I love sushi, so I went to Sugarfish & had the best time! The staff there was also very kind, and the food comes out very fast, so they do not keep you waiting for very long at all. Overall a pleasant getaway!
Traveling here to Santa Monica has a black person seems like a normal thing there’s all kinds of black people here I came with various people from the South Central area and it was quite easy to get down here to Santa Monica using the train line that goes into the hood almost near downtown it was quite convenient to get off and on go to Culver City go to various restaurants and then continue on to the beach though this place may not be the safest for black person I felt very comfortable being over and it was a joy to hang out lots of great Vibes and good times to be had by one and all
Santa Monica, CA is the ultimate vacation spot. It is very family friendly and a very active environment. The beaches are second to none and you will be able to relax for hours on pristine sandy beaches off to yourself or you can mingle and set up around countless others. So many food choices that range in prices and always something for everyone. If you can afford it, I advise staying on the beach for full experience. The pier / amusement park can keep you occupied for a full day or more alone. Everything is within walking distance, if you don’t mind walking. There is few shopping experiences that can equate to the 3rd street promenade. There’s always hundreds, if not thousands of pedestrians walking around and often live entertainment. There will always be a few of “us” no matter where you go so you always feel comfortable. From restaurant personnel to law enforcement and retail workers, there is usually great representation.