My husband will be moving into Holiday Villa East. The people there were very nice. The admission assistant was very nice and accommodating. It's good enough. The person when you enter was very nice and warm. I didn't like the facility too much from the outside, but the inside was OK. They said they're going to have a courtyard outside.
The facility was large and clean. I didn't like that the room there had carpets because, with carpets, it's much harder to see the dirt as opposed to the wood floor. They made a good deal to pay for now, and the location was essential for my husband because the facility where my son is in is on 17th Street. My husband can walk with his walker and he doesn't need to drive to visit his son, and this is the most important part of the decision. The facility is convenient, and the price is convenient. It is OK to live there.
Holiday Villa East
Offers Independent Living
14 Reviews
1447 17th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Holiday Villa East
Independent Living Reviews for Holiday Villa East
November 18, 2021
I visited this facility
January 03, 2021
I visited this facility
Holiday Villa East was very dismal. My daughter took me there and we both agreed that it was very depressing and it was too much money for us. The rooms were very depressing. It had great carpeting, but the room was kind of small. They had just a little teeny place to put a microwave and maybe one or two closets, but they were not adequate. The staff was very kind. We weren't there that long because we kinda decided this definitely wasn't for me. There weren't too many activities. It's good for some people, but not me.
September 24, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
So far my mother is really happy in Holiday Villa East. They are really like family, they're nice and she is comfortable. If she needs something they provide it right away, that's the good thing about them, they're quick to act. The food is okay.
October 30, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My friend has moved into Holiday Villa East. I like the place. They're very friendly. I spoke with a staff, and she was very accommodating. My friend got a new carpeting and a new bed; however, he is not crazy about the food. All in all, it is a nice place. They keep it up nice. They do day trips, and they have a TV room. The living atmosphere is quiet and subdued. It doesn't seem to be active. It doesn't seem like everybody is very jovial; it seems a little downcast. Nevertheless, I like the staff. They're great.
October 01, 2019
I visited this facility
The director of Holiday Villa East was very friendly and very welcoming. The place was a little rundown-looking. The age of the residents was towards the higher end; they were older than my father. They have a lot of available transportation to go here, there and everywhere, which made it sounds very appealing. They also say they will furnish the room if you don't have your own furniture. The room seemed small, and they were doing some renovation of the place. It was the first place that I saw, and I think to see how small the rooms were was a shock.
March 27, 2018
I visited this facility
I was really concern where I was going to move my Father, a Friend told me about Holiday Villa East They are a active retirement home in Santa Monica, I came in and the staff was so helpful they invited me to have lunch the food was excellent, Rhonda the Executive Director was very helpful and answered all my questions and concerns for my father, she has a very warm and polite. I know my father will be in good hands. They are not assistant living but they have caregivers that work with the residents in there facility and there rates are amazing.They are going through a full renovations through out the building. I highly recommend Holiday Villa East if you are looking for your loved ones. I will be moving my father here this Spring.
March 26, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My father currently is at Holiday Villa East . The studio he moved into was beautifully furnished and was large compared to other places we looked at. This community also has many activities (his favorite is chair tai chi) also offers trips to stores,restraunts and even offers trips to his drs appointments. Also includes a salon where he gets his hair cut and shave which is wonderful. The staff is very helpful ,friendly and caring . I am very satisfied with our decision of making this my fathers home.
February 07, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
I left skilled nursing four years ago and needed a place to live. A senior living agency representative recommended Holiday Villa East and I went to take a look. I was favorably impressed and moved right in. What a difference between Holiday Villa East and the other senior living establishments I've resided at! Since coming under new management, exciting renovations and improvements are taking place.
This rent-controlled senior residential hotel is Santa Monica's best-kept secret. It is close to bus lines, the metro train and is serviced by taxis, Uber, Lyft, Dial-a-Ride and Access. Both UCLA Santa Monica and St. John's hospitals are nearby, as well as numerous doctors' offices. Best of all it is nestled in beautiful Santa Monica with its mild weather and gentle ocean breezes.
As I mentioned previously, Holiday Villa East is currently experiencing lovely renovations and improvements. Prospective residents are offered beautifully-furnished rooms or they may bring their own furnishings. Exciting new activities are being implemented. Five outside patio areas are provided for residents to enjoy. Residents are given daily maid services, entertainment, classes and twice weekly shopping trips. Classes include weekly yoga, low-impact aerobics and twice weekly tai chi taught by professionly-trained instructors. They are also provided with three delicious and nutritious meals a day created by professionally-trained trained chefs. For residents requiring assistance, dedicated caregivers are available to employ. Talented, hard-working, and friendly staff managed by our path-breaking Executive Director Rhonda make living here at Holiday Villa East a very pleasurable experience.
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February 07, 2018
I visited this facility
Great Senior Community I toured the facility great location In the heart of Santa Monica nice staff and food was excellent.. They offer new furnished rooms along with meals and daily activities, I am happy to bring my grandmother here.
May 17, 2017
I visited this facility
Visited this facility for my mom. Found it to be very clean & well kept.Staff was very helpful & proffesional. Rooms are beautiful, & food is amazing. Mom decided to make Holiday Villa East her new home
October 04, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
YOU DO NOT WANT TO BRING YOUR PARENT HERE UNLESS YOUR EYES ARE OPEN. AWFUL FOOD- SPOILT, UNDERCOOKED ,OVERCOOKED THE KITCHEN IS A MESS WHEN IT COMES TO FEEDING US. NO FRIUTS OR VEGIES .ELEVATOR IS UNRELIABLE.3,000 A MONTH FOR WHAT?
December 01, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I like Holiday Villa East. The room is beautiful. I ate lunch there, and it was good. They have a nice chef. The community is very clean. The staff is very nice. My dad is happy there. However, they could do better if they have the care included in the price.
Provider Response
Thank you very much for your kind words. I too wish we could offer care as part of our great price, but because we are under S.M. Rent Control we are considered an independent senior living community and not a licensed Assisted Living facility. However, all is not lost because should your father ever need help, there are many resources available. We know many visiting physicians,home health & care agencies, individual care givers and therapists readily available to assist your loved one with any medical or daily living needs. Many of our tenants are currently using these resources, which allows them to match their needs & budget without having to move to an assisted living community or care facility. Again, I look forward to assisting you in obtaining any possible service your father may need, and of course, thank you for choosing my community. All the best! Sam
July 31, 2015
I visited this facility
Holiday Villa East is a family-run, family-owned operation. The guy who runs it is a great guy. He’s a really lovely, caring director of this place. He cares about his tenants; he’s hands on. I really liked him.
It’s a very nice place. The atmosphere was inviting, and it was so close to my house. It is a room with a lovely bathroom, and they will supply the furniture. Their dining area is a very nice large room, very open, very airy, a lot of light. They have a couple of sitting areas. You get 3 meals a day. They have an activities schedule, mostly like movies, games, and nights; they have a library.
Provider Response
Thank you, it's so nice to hear how much you appreciate my community & me for that matter. I do care a great deal about my community & more importantly, about my tenants. I am here 6 days a week (never Saturday) from before breakfast till after dinner with my door open. I offer quite the varied schedule of activities, including an art class, music appreciation, Empowerment group, Tai chi, yoga, exercise, sing-a-long, bingo, lots of movies, books on tape, even a Wii, but most importantly I have an amazing staff. My activity director Brenda will not only help you enjoy the weekly evening music events, ice cream or Hot cocoa socials, but she'll shuttle you around town to doctor appointments, local stores etc. I think I could easily add to this list,but let me end by saying, where can you have the opportunity to live in beautiful Santa Monica or pretty much anywhere on the Westside for less than $100 a day including food, utilities etc etc. Give me a call if you're looking for a temporary or long term stay, I'm probably hear & will answer the phone. Thank you again!
May 29, 2015
I visited this facility
The staff was super friendly at Holiday Villa East. The rooms were nicely decorated and spacious. It was very comfortable.
Costs for Holiday Villa East
Services and Amenities of Holiday Villa East
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
General
- Respite Care
- Pets: All Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: 306000889
Costs
About Holiday Villa East
About Holiday Villa East: Your Santa Monica Retirement Home
Conveniently located just blocks from the ocean in the beautiful city of Santa Monica behind a quiet, unassuming exterior, you’ll find a wonderful senior living community called Holiday Villa East. At Holiday Villa East, we offer the comfort of hotel-style living within an inviting, home-style atmosphere.
holiday-villa-santa-monicaFounded in 1978, award-winning Holiday Villa East remains family owned and operated. You always deal with a family member and you can take comfort in knowing that we truly care. Holiday Villa East is designed exclusively for seniors who value their independence. If you do need some assistance, not to worry, most everyone finds a home with us.
From the moment you enter Holiday Villa East, you’ll feel welcome. The staff and residents, the place itself, all give off a positive, inviting energy.
When you join our senior community, you become part of our extended family, We do our best to provide you with exceptional care and service, with a personal touch. Holiday Villa East is unmatched. We’re about helping you live a rich, fulfilling life within a supportive, nurturing environment. A stress-free life filled with joy and peace of mind where you know that you genuinely matter. That’s the essence of Holiday Villa East. .
YOUR HOLIDAY VILLA EAST HOME
You’ve worked hard your entire life, now it’s time for the lifestyle you deserve. Just about anything you could want in senior living is here. We go the extra mile to assure you a maintenance-free lifestyle where all the necessities of daily living are included, without the cumbersome chores. You’ll receive on-going support, there are no worries here.
If you should need additional assistance, we’ll assist you in finding the right help within your budget. We want you to remain as independent as possible so you can enjoy all that Holiday Villa East has to offer.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Thinking of another place, we invite you to come see for yourself what life is like at Holiday Villa East. Choosing our community as your new home is a life-changing decision, one we don’t take lightly.
Our Executive Director, Rhonda Madrid has an “open door” policy. You can count on him to respond to your needs. He is an expert in senior living and the differing needs of each individual’s unique circumstance. Rhonda will help you sort through all the options and answer all your questions. As you become comfortable with the process, it’ll become easier.
By talking it out, taking a tour of the grounds, trying the food, chatting with fellow residents, you’ll find your stress level, anxiety, and concerns diminish. Anything we can do to make this easier, we’ll gladly do. We want you to be absolutely confident in your decision to join our Holiday Villa East family. We wouldn’t have it any other way!
Thank you for your interest in Holiday Villa East. Please give us a call to schedule a free tour.
What Makes Us Special
Holiday Villa East is the only rent-controlled senior living facility around. You can count on our continuing affordable rates. We do our best to work within your budget and we’re affordable for most.
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