# Luxuriously Modern Beachside Resorts The Regent Santa Monica Beach Reimagines L.A. Glamor By Debra John | Published 2024-10-19 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regent-santa-monica-beach References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/regent-santa-monica-beach-now-open-marking-the-legendary-brands-return-to-the-americas-302277305.html) & [santamonica.regenthotels](https://santamonica.regenthotels.com/)  The [Regent Santa Monica Beach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seven-seas-prestige) blends modern luxury with coastal elegance, marking the reintroduction of the Regent brand to California. Located along the Santa Monica coastline and just steps from the iconic Santa Monica Pier, this resort "serves as the brand’s flagship property in the Americas, offering guests an elevated experience in one of the country’s most renowned beach destinations." Featuring 167 guestrooms and suites, many with expansive views of the Pacific Ocean, the resort emphasizes comfort and tranquility. Wimberly Interiors designed the rooms with soothing coastal tones and spa-like bathrooms, complete with soaking tubs, walk-in rain showers, and Perricone MD products. Meanwhile, the on-site [Guerlain Wellness Spa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guerlain-wellness) incorporates a blend of Mediterranean and California aesthetics. Guests also enjoy curated in-room refreshment galleries and modern amenities, such as "Bose speakers and Dyson hairdryers." With an [elevated pool deck](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayfinder-waikiki), dining options, and spacious accommodations, the resort offers an exceptional beachside retreat. Image Credit: Tanveer Badal ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 29% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Hip Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/hiphotels) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modern-luxury Travel:** Blending sleek design with indulgent amenities, contemporary travel experiences cater to a growing market of affluent tourists seeking high-end comfort and sophistication. - **Wellness-focused Hospitality:** Resorts incorporating wellness amenities, like Mediterranean and Californian spa treatments, cater to the increasing consumer demand for health-conscious and rejuvenating travel experiences. - **High-tech Guest Rooms:** Featuring advanced in-room technologies such as Bose speakers and Dyson hairdryers, hotels are enhancing guest experiences through state-of-the-art convenience and luxury. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Hospitality:** Specialized in providing premium services and amenities, this industry pushes the boundary of guest expectations with unparalleled experiences in elegant settings. - **Wellness and Spa:** Combining traditional health practices with modern luxury, the wellness industry continues to expand by integrating holistic elements into high-end accommodations. - **Travel Technology:** By incorporating cutting-edge devices and smart technologies into guest experiences, this industry is transforming the way travelers interact with their accommodations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Neutral-Toned Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-boca-raton.md) - [Luxurious Holiday Escapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-packages.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Miami Beach Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-setai-miami-beach.md) - [Historic Beachside Mediterranean Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montecarlo-beach.md) - [Restored Art Deco Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restored-art-deco-hotel.md) - [Beauty-Wellness Hotel Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-rooms.md) - [Vintage Californian Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-june-malibu.md) - [Relaxing Beachside Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bradley.md) - [Wellness-Focused Hotel Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proper-hospitality.md)