The Eden
Santa Monica, CA
Perched high on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, The Eden is an emblem of Santa Monica, California. Built as the Shangri-La Apartment Hotel in 1940, the sleek building was a forward-looking structure in the small seaside city known for its surf and sun. Having opened with the motto “America’s New Design for Living,” the gleaming-white, oceanside hotel has become an architectural icon. The hotel has appeared in multiple movies, hosted luminaries like Elizabeth Taylor, and even witnessed covert wartime innovations. The hotel reopened in 2025 under the name The Eden. This living landmark embraces its storied past. The hotel is just steps away from oceanside dining and recreation, including the legendary Santa Monica Pier. With seaside guestrooms, poolside cocktails, and luxurious amenities, The Eden invites guests to embrace the historic hotel’s charming golden-age glamour.