It was the roaring twinties- the -gold coast- era of the Opulant santa monica beach clubs- and one name Dominated the social scene- club casa del mar. true To a storied past- the grande dame of santa monica Reopens her doors- reviving a reputation as one of the Most luxurious hotels on the southern california coast. The italian renaissance revival structure- restored to Its orginal state- fronts an expansive beach with Sweeping views of the ocean. the seascape is on full Display throughout- in the elegant guestrooms- suites- And penthouses. the lobby and restaurant- the Magnificant ballroom loggias- the pool and garden Terrace. the vistas on land- most notably the fabled Santa monica pier- are equally entrancing. only minutes Away are other earthly delights from fine restaurants To noted shops and art galleries. once the place to see And be seen- the orginal casa del mar set the style for Fun by day and glamour by night. the new casa del mar Brings back those memorable days.