On Ocean Avenue, a short walk from Santa Monica Beach and the pier, Viceroy Santa Monica channels the city’s coastal energy through planted courtyards, poolside cabanas and bold contemporary art. Guestrooms and suites have a relaxed, graphic character, with pale materials, green accents and views towards the ocean, pool or city. Sugar Palm moves from a bright indoor dining room to a landscaped terrace beside the two pools, making it the hotel’s principal social space from breakfast onwards. Murals and digitally augmented works by local artists continue through the public areas, while palms and cushioned pool decks soften the urban beach setting.