We have just spent a five day stay at Le Merigot. I was a little concerned prior to the trip as I had read the reviews that the hotel is under renovation. At present, the lobby and pool area are under renovation, and they have set up a temporary reception desk. However, all the rooms are finished and we stayed in a lovely room, overlooking the ocean. There was a balcony with high top table and two chairs from which we could enjoy the view. The room was very quiet at all times and very comfortable. There was a fridge in the room and a small table with two chairs. The bathroom was newly renovated with good lighting. A temporary dining room is on the first floor as this area is also being renovated. The staff were incredibly polite, friendly and attentive. We had breakfast there each day and the food was of good quality. We also had a lunch and a dinner in same area during our stay and, again, the food was very good. We ordered appetizers to our room on one occasion; also good although am I the only one who misses room service, when china and tray arrived rather than this thoroughly pedestrian new idea of bringing your food in a take out brown bag with plastic cutlery? We highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Santa Monica. The hotel is located a short block from the ocean, in a safe area. The staff are outstanding and, when the renovation is finished in June, this will undoubtably be one of the best hotels in the area.