Articles written by Xaviera Hollander

Xaviera Hollander, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 8, 2026

The permanent shutdown and restrictions on the Pavilions Motel in Santa Monica's Sunset Park neighborhood represent a major victory for city officials and local residents after more than two decades of persistent issues at the site. Located at 2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, near Clover Park, the 20-unit budget motel-owned and operated by Saeed Farzam and Goharshad Farzam since September 1990-has long been described by authorities as a notorious hub for criminal activity. City...