The Huntley has taken Santa Monica's famous laid-back lifestyle and made it more dapper. They've injected a modern urban vibe into the tranquility of a beachside retreat. Post-modern mixes with raw, refined timbers and soft leathers to pull the beach indoors. It's the perfect blend of city and sea, casual and chic. Minus the scruffy skateboard kids.The hotel's 209 oversized rooms and suites overlook the gorgeous Santa Monica oceanfront. Once inside, you're treated to thick, pillow-top beds with Egyptian cotton Matteo linens, Gilchrest & Soames toiletries, a huge plasma screen and WiFi.The hotel has thought of everything. Take in the breathtaking 360-degree views from THE PENTHOUSE, the rooftop restaurant and lounge. They'll even gladly arrange for anything you request, including private chauffer service in an exclusive Maserati QuattroPorte. If this is indeed Southern California growing up, its certainly improved with age.