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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a chair.
A park with artificial grass, trees, and playground equipment.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, a blue sign with the number 6, and a parking area with cars and a service vehicle.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a mural depicting underwater scenes.

1. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Arbor Village
United States
Ariana
$69 nightly
$79 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, glass partitions, and a ceiling light fixture.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, a vending machine, and a reception desk.
A row of beverage vending machines with various drink options.
A residential building with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Motel 6 Carson, CA

Motel 6 Carson, CA
Carson
United States
Santino
$84 nightly
$92 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carson, CA
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a modern design, featuring a large bed with a tufted headboard, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.
A reception area with a stone wall, two potted plants, and three pendant lights.
A hotel corridor with doors numbered 210 and 211, featuring a modern design with a textured wall and recessed lighting.

3. Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel
Gardena
United States
Brittany
$144 nightly
$160 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with two red chairs and a table, a chandelier, and a staircase in the background.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees.
A modern office space with two desks, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.
Three beverage vending machines in a lobby with a trash bin and a staircase in the background.

4. Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Burbank
United States
Joel
$111 nightly
$124 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, chairs, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fenced area and buildings.
A coffee station with three coffee machines and a sugar dispenser.

5. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Agoura Hills
United States
Tolanda
$82 nightly
$92 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
A modern lobby with grey sofas, a patterned carpet, a chandelier, and a green vertical garden wall.
A hotel room with a closed door, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a patterned carpet.
A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, large windows, and balconies.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a sink, and a bed.

6. Glendale Hotel

Glendale Hotel
Somerset
United States
Charles
$83 nightly
$93 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Glendale Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.
A hotel room with a beige sofa, a bed with a white comforter, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a reception desk, a chandelier, a plant, and a door leading to another room.
A building with a brown facade, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

7. Hotel Pacific Manhattan Beach

Hotel Pacific Manhattan Beach
East Manhattan Beach
United States
Todd
$83 nightly
$94 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Pacific Manhattan Beach
A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps on either side.
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "Studio City Court Yard Hotel".
A reception desk with two HP computers, a framed picture on the wall, and a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Studio City Court Yard Hotel

Studio City Court Yard Hotel
Studio City
United States
Fernando
$82 nightly
$95 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a dining area, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a potted plant, a bulletin board, and a large blue planter.
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a telephone, and framed pictures on the walls.
A modern building with an office entrance, a stop sign, and an exit sign.

9. H3 Inn & Suites - LAX Airport - Los Angeles

H3 Inn & Suites - LAX Airport - Los Angeles
Arbor Village
United States
Andrew
$78 nightly
$90 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
H3 Inn & Suites - LAX Airport - Los Angeles
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel sign with a wheelchair accessibility symbol, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various flowers and a palm tree.
A room with a beige wall, a blue sofa, a wooden floor, a window with curtains, and a bathtub.
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoor parking area.

10. The Wave Manhattan Beach

The Wave Manhattan Beach
East Manhattan Beach
United States
Anthony
$86 nightly
$98 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Wave Manhattan Beach
A spacious hallway with a carpeted floor, white walls, and a series of white chairs and tables.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, a desk, and a chair.
The Hollywood Celebrity Hotel entrance with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A reception area with a marble counter, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

11. Hollywood Celebrity Hotel

Hollywood Celebrity Hotel
Hollywood
United States
Zonia
$161 nightly
$184 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hollywood Celebrity Hotel
A street view with a tall white building, palm trees, and traffic signs including a speed limit sign.
The exterior of the Metro Plaza Hotel with a prominent neon sign.
A large hall with rows of chairs, a stage, and a disco ball.
A hotel reception area with a registration desk, a large potted plant, and a sign indicating the hotel's name.

12. Metro Plaza Hotel

Metro Plaza Hotel
Downtown Los Angeles
United States
Edward
$107 nightly
$124 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Metro Plaza Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A modern interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a cityscape mural, and a display of snacks.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a black office chair.

13. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
El Segundo
United States
Giovanna
$94 nightly
$105 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
A hotel room with two beds, a large Hollywood-themed mural, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a black chair, and a dark-colored desk.
A compact room with a desk, a chair, a wardrobe with multiple compartments, and a compact refrigerator.
A modern office space with a desk, chair, air conditioning unit, and a filmstrip wall decoration.

14. Glen Capri Inn & Suites - Burbank Universal

Glen Capri Inn & Suites - Burbank Universal
Grandview
United States
Philip Edwin
$93 nightly
$104 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Glen Capri Inn & Suites - Burbank Universal
A modern living room with a yellow sofa, an orange armchair, and a coffee table. There is a patterned rug, a white decorative wall, and large windows with sheer curtains.
A sign for 'The Sojourn' hotel with a website address and an address below.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a colorful striped blanket and matching pillows. There is a nightstand with a red telephone and a lamp. The walls are painted light blue, and there are two framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a palm tree.

15. The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks

The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks
United States
William A
$106 nightly
$123 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.
A hotel room with two beds, each with orange and grey pillows, and a wall mural.
A modern living room with a white sofa, red accents, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a building with stairs outside.
A hotel with a signboard, a balcony, and a modern building in the background.

16. The Tangerine - A Burbank Hotel

The Tangerine - A Burbank Hotel
Media District
United States
Renata
$188 nightly
$210 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Tangerine - A Burbank Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted tree, and a coin laundry service in the background.
A modern kitchen with a kettle, toaster, coffee maker, salt and pepper shakers, and a knife block.
A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and dining area.

17. Hotel Koxie

Hotel Koxie
Mid City
United States
Hin
$126 nightly
$146 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Koxie
A building with a sign reading "Korealawn Plaza" and "KTP" on the facade.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large screen.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A wall with clocks and text listing cities.

18. Rotex Western Inn

Rotex Western Inn
Mid City
United States
Catherine
$97 nightly
$111 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Rotex Western Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a window with patterned curtains, and a dark accent wall with lighting.
A row of beverage vending machines with various drink options and a snack shelf to the right.
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.
A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a glass partition and a digital display.

19. Studio 6 Carson, CA

Studio 6 Carson, CA
Carson
United States
Kevin
$101 nightly
$110 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Studio 6 Carson, CA
A modern hotel lobby with a large wall mural, plush seating, a reception desk, and a 'Box Office' sign.
A hotel reception area with a desk, two chairs, a clock, and a sign reading "BOX OFFICE".
A bar area with purple bar stools, a coffee station with espresso machines, and a display of snacks.
A hotel entrance with a stone wall, flags, and a balcony.

20. Tilt Hotel Universal-Hollywood, an AGA Collection Hotel

Tilt Hotel Universal-Hollywood, an AGA Collection Hotel
Los Angeles
United States
Nestor
$152 nightly
$174 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Tilt Hotel Universal-Hollywood, an AGA Collection Hotel
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When you've got to get away to a new or favorite destination without breaking the bank, Santa Monica awaits with comfortable 2 Star hotels and a change of scenery. Stay on your feet visiting top attractions that draw hundreds of visitors, or settle in for a hot cuppa nearby and watch the world around you. With lots of local residents compared to visitors, you're sure to experience regional living, from bustling dining hot spots to lovely landscapes. Pack your bags and get ready for fun and a relaxing stay in a city with excellent overall 2 Star Hotel ratings of 5.0. In fact, more than half of past guest reviews recommend their 2 Star Hotel in Santa Monica, and it's time to find out why.

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2 Star hotels are in high demand in Santa Monica. You'll find the best deals right here, so book early and save on a great getaway. Thanks to several convenient locations and comfortable amenities, past globetrotters have found a place to stay that's just right. Stay here and be one of the first guests to leave a review and share your thoughts. The best places to stay all about hospitality, and these 2 Star hotels have a strong service rating of 5.0. It's even easier to enjoy attentive hospitality in a clean 2 Star Hotel, and this destination has an average cleanliness rating of 5.0. When you book with Expedia, you can stay all over the world, and the journey starts in Santa Monica.

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How much does it cost to stay in a 2-star hotel in Santa Monica?
Travelers can find great deals on Santa Monica 2-star hotels from $79 with Expedia – but remember that prices vary throughout the year. Factors like demand and location can affect hotel prices, and it's often more expensive to stay in Santa Monica hotels during weekends, holidays and high season. Try searching for 2-star Santa Monica hotels during midweek to track down the best deals.
What are the most highly rated Santa Monica 2-star hotels?
In Santa Monica, the Sea Shore Motel stands out as a highly rated option, boasting an outstanding score of 9.0/10. This charming motel features inviting terraces and balconies, great for enjoying the California sun and ocean breeze. Families appreciate the complimentary cribs, making it a convenient choice for those traveling with young children. Its prime location allows easy access to the beach, ensuring that both relaxation and adventure are just moments away.Another excellent choice is the HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel, which also holds a traveler rating of 9.0. Known for its inviting space, this hostel embraces inclusivity and offers a great experience for those looking to connect with fellow travelers. Its proximity to shopping districts makes it an attractive option for guests seeking a vibrant local experience.For those who prefer a more home-like setting, the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, rated 8.8, offers well-equipped kitchenettes in its rooms. This feature allows families to prepare meals at their convenience, adding a layer of comfort to their stay. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a solo adventure, these properties cater to diverse needs while ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience.
Are there 2-star Santa Monica hotels that offer free breakfast?
In Santa Monica, the HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel offers a vibrant and inviting space, earning an impressive customer review rating of 9.0 out of 10. This delightful hotel provides a complimentary continental breakfast, making it an ideal choice for travelers who appreciate convenience and a friendly feel to start their day.Another excellent option is the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, which enjoys a strong rating of 8.8. Guests here can also indulge in a free breakfast, enhancing their stay with a straightforward dining experience before heading out to explore the beautiful Santa Monica beaches.For those who prefer a more hotel-like experience, the Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica is a fantastic choice as well, boasting a review score of 8.2. This hotel not only offers free breakfast options but also provides a "To Go" breakfast for those on the move, ensuring that families can enjoy a nutritious start to their day, even amidst their busy schedules.
What 2-star hotels in Santa Monica have free parking?
The Sea Shore Motel in Santa Monica is a delightful two-star hotel that offers a charming and comfortable retreat for travelers seeking a relaxed atmosphere. With an impressive customer review rating of 9.0, this hotel not only features complimentary self-parking but also provides convenient bike parking, making it ideal for those who enjoy exploring the beautiful coastal area on two wheels.Another excellent choice is the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, which boasts a rating of 8.8 and a range of thoughtful amenities. This hotel ensures accessibility with features like accessible parking and an electric car charging station, suiting the needs of tech-savvy travelers while still providing free self-parking for added convenience.You might also consider the Ocean Park Inn, equally rated at 8.8, which combines a welcoming environment with the practicality of free self-parking. Its location makes it a great base for families looking to enjoy Santa Monica's attractions without the hassle of parking fees.
Are there family-friendly 2-star hotels in Santa Monica?
In Santa Monica, the Sea Shore Motel is a charming 2-star hotel that offers a delightful family-friendly experience, earning a traveler review rating of 9.0 out of 10. This hotel features complimentary cribs, making it an excellent choice for families traveling with young children, and its inviting space ensures a stress-free stay.Another fantastic option is the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, which boasts an excellent review score of 8.8. This hotel goes above and beyond with amenities such as free rollaway beds and cribs, allowing you to accommodate your family comfortably. With daily housekeeping and the convenience of a kitchenette, you can easily prepare meals and snacks during your stay, adding to the overall convenience for families.The Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Monica is also a great family-friendly choice, rated at 8.6. This hotel features child-friendly window designs and offers free amenities for children, ensuring your little ones are well taken care of. With daily housekeeping and a microwave in your room, you can enjoy both comfort and practicality.
Are there any 2-star Santa Monica hotels with a pool?
The Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica is a delightful two-star hotel that provides a inviting space ideal for families and travelers seeking a relaxing getaway. With an excellent review score of 8.2 out of 10, this hotel features a refreshing outdoor pool great for unwinding after a day of exploring the beautiful Santa Monica coastline. Guests can enjoy sun loungers around the pool, making it an inviting space for both adults and children to soak up the California sun.Another excellent option is the Comfort Inn Santa Monica - West Los Angeles, which also boasts an outdoor pool and has received a rating of 8.0. This hotel offers a friendly and accommodating environment, ensuring a pleasant stay for those traveling with loved ones.
Can I find pet-friendly 2-star hotels in Santa Monica?
In Santa Monica, the Sea Shore Motel is a delightful two-star hotel that creates a inviting space for travelers and their furry companions, boasting an impressive customer review rating of 9.0 out of 10. This charming establishment not only accommodates service animals but also offers a convenient location for exploring the beautiful Santa Monica coastline, ensuring an easy experience for families seeking adventure together.Another excellent choice is the HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel, which also enjoys a rating of 9.0. While primarily known for its budget-friendly dormitory-style accommodations, it welcomes service animals, making it a practical option for those traveling with pets. The hostel's vibrant community atmosphere encourages socializing, superb for travelers wanting to connect with others while enjoying the beach town's attractions.Lastly, the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, rated 8.8, is another great option for pet lovers. This hotel provides a comfortable stay with a focus on quality service, ensuring that both you and your pet feel at home. With its convenient amenities and friendly environment, this hotel is designed to cater to families looking for convenience and an enjoyable stay.
What is the difference between a 2-star Santa Monica hotel and a 3-star hotel?
With all the home comforts travelers need, 2-star Santa Monica hotels make a great base for exploring. These hotels are designed for convenience, and usually have comfy rooms, daily housekeeping services, and a 24-hour front desk. Some also have their own restaurant. For travelers who want to take things up a gear, 3-star Santa Monica hotels might tick all the boxes. These mid-range hotels often have spacious rooms and extra amenities for a relaxing stay, such as a pool, gym, restaurant or bar.

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