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Popular hotels in Santa Monica

Discover well-known properties in Santa Monica that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 233 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on March 28, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $330/night.
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2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
This pet-friendly motel is located in Santa Monica and features free Wi-Fi. It also offers an airport shuttle, a library and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
3.3
Mediocre
7 reviews
Location
2.0 mi from city centre
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally located, Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites offers easy access to Santa Monica's popular shopping and sightseeing areas. It also provides a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and a sauna.
7.9
Good
1755 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica offers a comfortable base in Los Angeles and features a swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi and free private parking. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a sun deck and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1531 reviews
Location
2.3 mi from city centre
1920 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is situated in Santa Monica and is close to the area's popular attractions. It is also ideally located within a 10-minute walk of 17th/Colorado Los Angeles Metro Station.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1105 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally situated, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows offers easy access to Santa Monica's main hot spots. It also features an outdoor pool, a sauna and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
427 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Located within walking distance of 4th/Colorado Los Angeles Metro Station, Santa Monica Motel offers guests a convenient base while in Santa Monica. It also provides a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.
8.1
Excellent
298 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the middle of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Santa Monica. It also features an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
8.3
Excellent
670 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Located in Santa Monica, Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Monica Los Angeles is within a 20-minute drive of Los Angeles International Airport and offers a sauna and free Wi-Fi. It has a gym, as well as a ticket service, a tour desk and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.0
Excellent
1043 reviews
Location
2.1 mi from city centre
1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally located, Shore Hotel Santa Monica allows for easy access to Santa Monica's main sightseeing and retail areas. It also offers a Jacuzzi, an outdoor heated pool and free Wi-Fi.
8.4
Excellent
1155 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the middle of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Santa Monica. It has a fitness centre, as well as an outdoor heated pool, valet parking and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
7.4
Good
432 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Santa Monica

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Santa Monica. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on March 28, 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Santa Monica:$330/night
Cheapest price found:$50/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$299 - $363
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$300 - $343
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Santa Monica hotels

Browse through properties in Santa Monica that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 233 properties in Santa Monica and data was last updated on March 28, 2024.
Some of the very best Santa Monica hotels as rated by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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1001 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$407
Avg. per night
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$719
Avg. per night
219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$290
Avg. per night
220 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$234
Avg. per night
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
$739
Avg. per night
1111 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
$375
Avg. per night
849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
$746
Avg. per night
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$310
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Santa Monica, California

Discover affordable stays in Santa Monica that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Monica can be found for as low as $197 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Monica that can be booked for this price. Hotel Carmel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Monica. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Santa Monica for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$197
Avg. per night
507 Wilshire Boulevard 202, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$235
Avg. per night
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$255
Avg. per night
1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$271
Avg. per night
1301 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$282
Avg. per night
2001 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$283
Avg. per night
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$284
Avg. per night
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$285
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Santa Monica

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Santa Monica to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Santa Monica at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2024.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Santa Monica.
2 stars
2 stars and under
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3 stars
3 stars
1920 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4 stars
4 stars +
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States

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Other accommodations in Santa Monica

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Santa Monica. There are 233 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on March 28, 2024. The average price for a stay in Santa Monica is $330/night.
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1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$719
Avg. per night
507 Wilshire Boulevard 202, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$235
Avg. per night
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$501
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Monica

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Santa Monica to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on March 28, 2024.
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About Santa Monica

One of Southern California’s most loved beachside neighbourhoods, Santa Monica offers a sun-drenched lifestyle overlooking the Pacific Ocean. First developed as a seaside retreat, it now boasts an iconic pier, lively beach and artistic culture.

Things to do in Santa Monica

You won’t want to miss visiting Santa Monica Pier, with its historic amusement park, including a solar-powered Ferris wheel, roller coasters and arcade games. It offers fantastic views across Santa Monica State Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe and socialise.

“The Strand” pathway connects Santa Monica to colourful Venice Beach and the upmarket dwellings of Pacific Palisades. It’s a popular spot for working out, whether you want to walk, cycle, jog or rollerblade.

Third Street Promenade is the commercial heart of Santa Monica with its pedestrian-only strip lined with fashion retailers, cafes and pop-up farmers markets. If you’re looking for designer goods, head to Montana Avenue, considered a more relaxed version of Rodeo Drive.

Santa Monica is renowned for its arts scene, with various galleries and studios to discover, together with public sculptures, installations and street art. Visit the former railroad hub of Bergamot Station, which includes exhibition spaces for some of Southern California’s up-and-coming contemporary artists.

Getting around Santa Monica

Santa Monica is situated around 25 minutes’drive north of Los Angeles International Airport and connected to Downtown Los Angeles by light rail and the iconic “Big Blue Bus”. Santa Monica is best explored by bicycle or on foot.

Facts about staying in Santa Monica

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Monica to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 28, 2024.
  • What are the best hotels on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica?

    Ocean Avenue is the most famous street in Santa Monica, a beautiful palm tree-lined street with breathtaking ocean views, connecting you to one of the most popular locations, the Santa Monica Pier. It would be great to book a hotel on Ocean Avenue since you’ll be close to most of the attractions and dining options and only steps from Santa Monica Beach. Several Santa Monica hotels have taken advantage of this prime location and have their establishments here. They include Georgian Hotel, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, The Hotel California, and JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot. Booking these cheap Santa Monica hotels will put you in a prime location close to attractions like the Santa Monica Pier and bars and restaurants like Blue Plate Oysterette and The Bungalow.

  • Are there kid-friendly hotels in Santa Monica?

    Many hotels in Santa Monica offer kid-friendly amenities, including swimming pools, pet-friendly accommodations, watersports activities, onsite restaurants, gaming rooms, and outdoor activities. One kid-friendly hotel in Santa Monica is Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica, a 3-star hotel located in the heart of Santa Monica. They offer several family-friendly amenities like an outdoor pool, family rooms, a fitness center, and cable TV. The hotel is also a short walk from Santa Monica Beach and Pier, and Pacific Park. Another family-friendly hotel in Santa Monica that you should consider is Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Conveniently located next to Santa Monica Beach, this hotel offers easy access to the many dining options in the area. Moreover, they offer a gym, outdoor pool, sauna, and spa within their premises. They also offer many kids’ activities, including horseback riding, golf, music for children, snorkeling, watersport facilities, and an outdoor playground.

  • How do I find a peaceful and quiet hotel in Santa Monica?

    Consider booking hotels in the quiet neighborhoods of Santa Monica, such as along Ocean Park Boulevard and Colorado Avenue, to enjoy some peace during your visit to Santa Monica. One good hotel in Ocean Park is Ocean Park Santa Monica. This establishment hosts 43 lodgings and is ideal for someone looking for some quiet time. Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach are both a short drive away, and you’ll have many local eateries within its vicinity should you want to delve into the local food scene. Along Colorado Avenue, you’ll find these Hotel Style Furnished Suites in LA Beach Area, which are ideal for a peaceful stay. This establishment is located in a quiet neighborhood just next to Colorado Center Park. Pets are welcome, and so your furry friend can tag along too. They offer 4-star accommodation, including a private pool and balcony to enjoy Santa Monica sunsets.

  • What neighborhoods in Santa Monica have the best restaurants?

    If you want to stay close to some of the best restaurants in Santa Monica, there are a couple of neighborhoods you can check out. The first is downtown Santa Monica, around Third Street Promenade. This location has the highest foot traffic for both locals and travelers because of the concentration of shops, bars, and restaurants. You’ll find restaurants such as Tender Greens, Elephante, The Misfit – Restaurant and Bar, and Silverlake Ramen in this area. There’s also a farmers market twice a week on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Another great neighborhood for foodies is around Ocean Avenue/Santa Monica Pier Area. The pier area is full of open-air restaurants and bars as well as food stands, and is truly a foodie’s heaven. Here you’ll find lots of cuisines, including Italian, New American, Mexican, and seafood. Some restaurants around Santa Monica Pier include BOA Steakhouse, Joe’s Pizza, KazuNori, North Italia, and Blue Plate Taco. Book a stay at the Georgian Hotel, a short walk from either neighborhood to be near most of these restaurants.

  • What are the best hotels in Santa Monica?

    Huntley Santa Monica Beach is a very popular hotel in Santa Monica with a score of 8.7 from 3,900 reviews. Fairmont Miramar - Hotel & Bungalows (7.9 from 427 reviews) and Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites (7.9 from 1,755 reviews) are also highly rated Santa Monica hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Santa Monica Pier?

    Huntley Santa Monica Beach is a popular hotel near Santa Monica Pier that is highly recommended, with a score of 8.7 across 3,900 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Monica near Original Muscle Beach?

    Huntley Santa Monica Beach is the hotel close to Original Muscle Beach that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 3,900 reviews rating it at 8.7/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Third Street Promenade?

    Close to Third Street Promenade you will find Huntley Santa Monica Beach, which has a rating of 8.7 over 3,900 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Santa Monica cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Santa Monica has been around $420 per night over the last 3 days. For a 5-star hotel in Santa Monica, the average price is around $832/night, depending on your dates. The average price of a 4-star hotel is $406/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Monica?

    Prices for Santa Monica hotels have been found for as low as $260/night over the last 3 days.

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