First Look: The Georgian Santa Monica, Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Georgian, Unbound Collection by Hyatt, IN SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA : First Look
Set along iconic Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, The Georgian, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt has reemerged as one of the West Coast’s most captivating boutique stays—an oceanfront landmark where 1930s glamour meets modern California ease. With its signature turquoise façade and storied past, the restored hotel channels Old Hollywood charm while delivering a distinctly contemporary guest experience rooted in design, culture, and coastal sophistication.
The Georgian, Unbound Collection by Hyatt: First Look
The Georgian offers 84 guest rooms, including 28 suites, many framed by uninterrupted views of the Pacific. Inside, the spirit of the 1930s lingers in the detailing through curved lines, layered textures and soft coastal light, yet the experience is unmistakably contemporary. In west-facing suites, panoramic ocean vistas stretch from sunrise to dusk, offering guests a front-row seat to Santa Monica’s shifting skies and the gentle rhythm of Ocean Avenue below.
The Georgian, Unbound Collection by Hyatt: First Look
Dining at The Georgian revives the hotel’s legacy as a social anchor—where locals and visitors gather as naturally for morning coffee as for late-evening conversation. The signature restaurant highlights seasonal Californian produce in a refined Art Deco setting, while an intimate bar nods to the hotel’s Hollywood-era past with classic cocktails and a lively after-dark energy. A relaxed café spills out toward Ocean Avenue, blurring the line between hotel and neighborhood and inviting a steady flow of guests from sunrise through sunset.
Beyond its culinary appeal, the hotel actively nurtures its role as a cultural hub. The Library features a curated collection by artist Hugo Guinness, alongside shelves assembled by Lee Kaplan of Arcana: Books on the Arts. Guests will find a rich literary mix—from works by Joan Didion and Eve Babitz to a private collection honoring Christopher Isherwood—creating a space that feels as intellectual as it is intimate.
The Georgian, Unbound Collection by Hyatt: First Look
Next door, Gallery 33 extends the experience into the visual arts, showcasing a dynamic, year-round program celebrating Los Angeles creativity.
The Georgian, Unbound Collection by Hyatt: First Look
The gallery has hosted works by notable figures including Sharon Stone, Billy Zane, and Alexandria Hilfiger, alongside contemporary names like Danny Minnick and George Byrne. Throughout the property, the atmosphere feels polished yet unpretentious—less about spectacle and more about mood: the glow of sunset through ocean-facing windows, the clink of a perfectly made cocktail, and the quiet certainty that you are exactly where you should be.