We needed an early check in and they were so accommodating! The renovations are great. The restaurant was tasty, all the staff kind and attentive. The 2 cute little pool(s) are heated, and surrounded by the hotel, so it isn't too windy. One is for the littles and one for bigger ones, side by side.
The hotel has free bikes to rent, it's right across the street from the ocean and steps from the Santa Monica pier.