How safe is Bentley Suites?

Bentley Suites has a FYI Safety Score of 2.5 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 24 state citations and 13 verified complaints have been documented since 2023 across 33 inspections.

How much does Bentley Suites cost?

Bentley Suites starts at $3,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.

Does Bentley Suites offer memory care?

Bentley Suites does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.

Does Bentley Suites accept Medi-Cal?

Yes, Bentley Suites participates in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program and accepts Medi-Cal.

When was Bentley Suites last inspected?

The most recent state inspection visit to Bentley Suites was on 2026-04-28. The facility has received 33 total inspection visits on record.

How many violations does Bentley Suites have?

Bentley Suites has 24 state citations and 13 verified complaints since 2023 across 33 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 2.5 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.

How long has Bentley Suites been in operation?

Bentley Suites has been licensed for 3 years in Santa Monica, California, with a licensed capacity of 44 beds.

Bentley Suites

851 4th Street

Santa Monica, CA 90403

44 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions

FYI Safety Score™

2.5 Severe

9 serious and 15 minor state citations across 33 state inspections, with 13 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in April 2026.

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Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.

Why we like it

Bentley Suites is a 44-bed assisted living community in the heart of Santa Monica, just blocks from the beach and less than a mile from the Santa Monica Promenade. Operated by Specialized Community Healthcare, the facility features a full commercial kitchen with chef-prepared meals, a dedicated entertainment area, secured entrance, elevator access, and full-time staff with an on-site administrator.

The location puts residents within minutes of UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, and several other major hospitals. The community also accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program.

One of the best locations in LA for senior living
Blocks from the beach, walking distance to the Promenade, and surrounded by world-class hospitals including UCLA Santa Monica and Providence Saint John's. The Santa Monica location is genuinely hard to beat for quality of life and medical access.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Santa Monica assisted living at an accessible price point is rare. ALW participation can significantly offset costs for eligible residents, making this prime location available to families who might assume they can't afford it.
Mid-size community with personal feel
At 44 beds, Bentley Suites is large enough to offer real amenities — commercial kitchen, entertainment area, elevator — but small enough that residents aren't anonymous. A good balance between resources and intimacy.
Purpose-built for accessibility
Handicap entrance, elevator, two staircases, and secured entry. The building is designed for mobility-challenged residents from the ground up, not retrofitted.
Serious safety concerns
9 serious and 15 minor citations across 33 state inspections, with 13 verified complaints. Read the state's full inspection reports and press on what's been fixed before deciding.
Part of a multi-facility chain
Operated by Specialized Community Healthcare, which runs several locations. Reviews on the website reference other properties in the network. Make sure you're evaluating this specific location, not the brand overall.

Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$3,500/mo

Private Room$5,500/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Where you'll live

851 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff

Medication Management

Emergency Call System

Secured Building

Dining

Housekeeping

Laundry

Activities Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Bentley Suites?: Bentley Suites has a FYI Safety Score of 2.5 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 24 state citations and 13 verified complaints have been documented since 2023 across 33 inspections.
How much does Bentley Suites cost?: Bentley Suites starts at $3,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Bentley Suites offer memory care?: Bentley Suites does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Bentley Suites accept Medi-Cal?: Yes, Bentley Suites participates in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program and accepts Medi-Cal.
When was Bentley Suites last inspected?: The most recent state inspection visit to Bentley Suites was on 2026-04-28. The facility has received 33 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Bentley Suites have?: Bentley Suites has 24 state citations and 13 verified complaints since 2023 across 33 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 2.5 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Bentley Suites been in operation?: Bentley Suites has been licensed for 3 years in Santa Monica, California, with a licensed capacity of 44 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number: 198320302
Size: 44 beds (Medium (7–49 beds))
Licensed Since: August 26, 2022 (3 years)
Licensee: Specialized Community Healthcare Company
Administrator: Aquino, Robin
Phone: (213) 478-0460
Address: 851 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record

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