Staycation this Summer at Santa Monica’s Newest Luxury Resort

Regent Santa Monica Beach, the premier destination resort located on the nation’s most celebrated beach, is pleased to unveil a collection of new programming for its first summer season since opening in October 2024. Guests of all ages can enjoy a quintessential coastal getaway in iconic Santa Monica with on-property experiences such as holiday celebrations, cycling and surfing adventures, culinary offerings and more.

Staycations are trending in the U.S. for summer with a significant portion of Americans planning to travel domestically rather than abroad. Whether travelers are driving or flying, Regent Santa Monica Beach is the ideal destination to make the most of summer with warm weather, stunning views and endless opportunities for relaxation and immersive entertainment. Additionally, spending time by the ocean and the soothing sound of waves provides more than a memorable vacation. Known as the “blue mind” effect, being near or in water benefits the mind and body in a variety of ways, including stress reduction, mood improvement and even enhanced creativity.

“Summer is an opportunity for loved ones to spend quality time together with a spontaneous or pre-planned trip, so our team has curated an array of exceptional programming that highlights the best of our property and one of the country’s most beloved destinations,” said General Manager Younes Atallah. “Regent Santa Monica Beach offers an idyllic setting where guests can experience the many benefits of a seaside trip, connect and create lifelong memories.”

Guests of Regent Santa Monica Beach can enjoy the following activities this summer:

Summer Holiday Activations

• Father’s Day: Regent Santa Monica Beach will host an indulgent two course prix-fixe brunch at Orla by Michael Mina for families to raise a glass to dads and father figures, alike. Following brunch, fathers can step into the TaylorMade Golf Simulator Experience to enter the Closest to the Pin Contest for a chance to walk away with a TaylorMade wedge. Or, families can visit Guerlain Wellness Spa to fill Father’s Day with calm restoration and refined indulgence through signature treatments, from the Regent Exclusive Skin Perfection Facial – an exclusive face treatment created for Regent Santa Monica Beach – or the Deep Muscular Massage.
• The Great American Beach Weekend: Experience a Fourth of July to remember with festivities on the Azure pool deck beginning Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6. Along with Sunset Sips and live music at Orla by Michael Mina, The Great American BBQ will bring classic American dishes such as delicious burgers and fresh salads. Guests can enjoy movies under the stars, carnival games, face painting, and an action-packed drone show.

• Custom Hat with Grand Central Hats: Throughout Independence Day weekend, the resort will welcome Grand Central Hats for a custom poolside experience. Founder and Santa Barbara-based artisan Edgar Álvarez will be on-site crafting each hat by hand from crown to trim with custom branding of initials, laser engraving, feathers, silk wraps, clips, charms and embroidery to create a wearable keepsake. Guests can experience this tailored collaboration poolside with no reservation required on July 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and July 5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Summer by the Sea 

• Beach Butler Experience: A signature experience at Regent Santa Monica Beach, each Beach Butler prepares a personal beach haven for guests from setup to serenity. The Beach Butler will take care of every detail with beach chairs, an umbrella for shade, towels for a seaside dip, and a cooler thoughtfully stocked with chilled refreshments. This experience is available daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Farm-to-Table Journey: Offered the second Wednesday in June, July and August, guests can immerse in a delicious cycling adventure guided by a member of the resort’s culinary team through the Santa Monica Farmers Market. Guests will meet the local growers and artisans who provide Regent Santa Monica Beach’s finest ingredients and learn the stories behind the produce.
• Hawk Talk: Experience the beauty of birds of prey in an intimate poolside encounter, led by expert falconers. Each session offers an opportunity to meet the creatures up close, learn about their vital role in the coastal ecosystem and witness their graceful power. With their extraordinary features, hawks invite us to see the natural world through a lens of wonder, reverence and balance.
• Heal the Bay Aquarium Partnership: Dive into the world beneath the waves with hands-on programming from the property’s community partners at Heal the Bay; an environmental nonprofit dedicated to making the coastal waters and watersheds in Greater Los Angeles safe, healthy and clean, and inviting visitors of all ages to connect with Southern California’s marine ecosystems.
• Kite Flying by the Sea: Children and parents are invited to feel the ocean breeze while crafting and flying a kite against the vibrant Pacific seascape.
• Wave Rider Academy Surf Lessons: Catch the thrill of the waves with expert-led surf sessions tailored for all experience levels.
• Kids Daily Activities: Activities include sandcastle building, a beach scavenger hunt, seashell painting and crafts.

Stay + Wellness Packages

• Stay With Pride: Regent Santa Monica Beach will provide an indulgent retreat from May 23 to June 30 with Stay With Pride, celebrating Pride Month with unmatched elegance. This stay offer includes the Best Available Rate with $100 daily on-site dining credit, valet parking and priority access to daybeds and pool cabanas.
• Summer by the Sea: Travelers of all ages can embrace summer with an iconic coastal backdrop with the Summer by the Sea package, including 30% off the Best Available Rate through September 1^st for stays beginning on June 15. Enjoy the resort’s ongoing programming with educational, immersive and adventurous activities for guests of all ages.
• Classic Car, Iconic Coast: Guests can live out a quintessential California dream with Classic Car, Iconic Coast. This exclusive offering includes access to a classic car for the duration of resort guests’ stay, as well as special add-ons, to cruise the legendary Southern California coastline and indulge in a gourmet picnic for two with a $250 resort dining credit.
• Introductory Spa and Fitness Membership: In addition to updated hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Guerlain Wellness Spa at Regent Santa Monica Beach is delighted to offer an introductory spa and fitness membership through December 31, 2025. At $300 per month with no initiation fee, members can improve their overall wellbeing at Santa Monica’s newest luxury resort with numerous benefits, including access to the state-of-the-art fitness center, access to Guerlain Wellness amenities, one 60-minute treatment of their choice each month, and much more.

Coastal Culinary Experiences

• Beach House Brunch at Orla by Michael Mina: Taking place on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Chef Michael Mina will bring a decadent two course prix fixe menu to the resort’s signature restaurant. Guests can indulge in a sumptuous weekend affair with à la carte shellfish additions and tableside cocktails. Backdropped by live music from the resort’s house DJ, diners can relish coastal flavors through bold menu items, from za’atar cured salmon on zucchini fritters and kataifi-wrapped prawns with spicy mango to baklava French toast, Dungeness crab benedict and more.
• Azure Brunch: The debut of Azure Brunch will bring a refined experience to Regent Santa Monica Beach’s poolside restaurant. Launching June 6, guests are invited to experience a seasonal menu of thoughtfully crafted dishes using locally sourced ingredients, with standout menu items including an elevated cinnamon toast crunch, lobster benedict and savory fried chicken sandwich. Each item can be enjoyed specialty cocktails such as icy margaritas, Don’s Original Mai Tais, the Cosmo Supreme and classic espresso martinis.
• Sunset Sips at Orla by Michael Mina: Visitors can bask in the Santa Monica sunsets with Sunset Sips, an early evening ritual of bold flavors and elevated ease at Orla by Michael Mina. Available Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Bar & Lounge, resort guests can gather for coastal-inspired plates, half-priced cocktails and wine, and curated mezze flights to enjoy with friends.

To learn more about Regent Santa Monica Beach’s Summer programming, guests can contact the resort at santamonica@regenthotels.com or by calling (310) 458-6700.

For more information on Regent Santa Monica Beach or to book a stay, please visit https://santamonica.regenthotels.com/.

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