Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica has completed a $16 million renovation that reimagines all 315 guestrooms and 15,000 square feet of meeting spaces in the heart of Santa Monica.
The transformation, which began in 2024 and concluded this fall, introduces coastal-inspired design by Waldrop + Nichols Studio alongside Coastal Harvest Bar & Kitchen, a new all-day restaurant serving California cuisine to hotel guests and the local community.
The renovation's centerpiece is the 4,526-square-foot Delfina Ballroom, Santa Monica's only rooftop ballroom, offering Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Mountains views. The penthouse space accommodates up to 400 guests for receptions and can be configured for theater-style presentations (400 capacity) or classroom settings (270 capacity).
The property also introduces Sandbox, a 500-square-foot game room on the mezzanine level featuring darts, shuffleboard, and workstations. The venue accommodates up to 120 guests for receptions or 50 in theater setup, designed for team-building and networking events.
Seven exclusive Sunset Suites now feature private oceanview balconies with whirlpool hot tubs. All guestrooms include plush bedding, modern décor and private balconies with ocean, mountain, city or pool views.
"This transformation represents our commitment to creating spaces where guests don't just stay—they connect, recharge, and find inspiration," said Shawn Holliday, general manager of Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica.
The hotel's design draws from Santa Monica's coastal environment with soft curves inspired by ocean waves, a palette echoing beach sand and sunsets, and textures reminiscent of the Santa Monica Pier.
Centrally located on Pico Boulevard, the property offers walkable access to Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade and Silicon Beach's tech corridor. Amenities include a heated saltwater pool, fitness center and complimentary beach cruiser bicycles.
The property, named after the Spanish word for "dolphin," operates under the Hyatt Centric brand, emphasizing its prime location and access to West Los Angeles business and leisure markets.
For more information or reservations, visit the website or call (310) 399-9344.
Edited by SMDP Staff