Downtown Santa Monica, CA

Los Angeles

A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset.
A busy pier with a Ferris wheel, a parking lot full of cars, and a beach in the background.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and modern buildings, including a hotel and shops.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with people walking along it.
A pier with a Ferris wheel and a roller coaster at sunset.

Stay near popular Downtown Santa Monica attractions

A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, a lifeguard tower, and mountains in the background.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/10 (10,272 reviews)
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
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Things to do

Disneyland® Park

Disneyland® Resort Tickets

$166
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Disneyland® Resort Tickets
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City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise

$132
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

$25
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
Photoshoot at Los Angeles’ Most Beautiful Beaches and Parks

Photoshoot at Los Angeles’ Most Beautiful Beaches and Parks

$68
per adult
Photoshoot at Los Angeles’ Most Beautiful Beaches and Parks
Uptimal Paragliding

Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu

$320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Hollywood Sightseeing and Celebrity Homes Tour from Santa Monica

Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open Air Tour from Santa Monica

$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open Air Tour from Santa Monica
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Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$132 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
$245 nightly
The price is $284 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$284 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,407 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$130 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,721 reviews)
"overall the Hotel was great, but in my opinion parking should be part of the staying hospitality, paying almost 100 bucks for two nights was a little too much for my pocket."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
$152 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$177 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,855 reviews)
"One night before a flight. Clean, comfortable hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
$142 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$164 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,504 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
$150 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$168 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,150 reviews)
"Everything was great. Would book again"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Hotel Burbank
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Santa Monica
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A bustling Las Vegas street with illuminated signs, palm trees, and historic architecture.

Hollywood

Hollywood is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sunset Strip and Hollywood Palladium. See more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station.

A city skyline with tall buildings and palm trees.

Downtown Los Angeles

Enjoy the great live music in Downtown Los Angeles. Crypto.com Arena is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more of Los Angeles.

A row of tall, ornate street lamps with white globes, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

A white church with a bell tower and arched windows.
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Westchester

Westchester is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to explore sights like HHLA.

A green sign with 'KOREATOWN' in white letters, a red lantern, and a traditional roof.

Koreatown

Travelers choose Koreatown for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

Downtown Santa Monica, CA

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