Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Santa Monica Beach, a popular beach in Santa Monica. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Santa Monica Pier
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Santa Monica Pier, a favorite shopping spot in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Santa Monica Place
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Original Muscle Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Original Muscle Beach during your travels in Santa Monica? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hotel Carmel
"We recently stayed at Hotel Carmel and overall had a pleasant experience. The hotel is in an excellent location, within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, the Third Street Promenade, and the Santa Monica Pier, which made exploring the area very easy and convenient. The staff was friendly ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
"Great hotel. We were disappointed that we were not able to get into the room until after the posted check in time. However, they accommodated us when we requested a late check out."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
"Our ONE night stay with you was a NIGHTMARE! My husband and I were in bed and at 10:30 pm my husband got up to use the bathroom only to find the SINK stopped up with what looked like feces that was overflowing to the ground of the floor. I had my suitcase in the floor with toiletries all around the ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Good experience"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
"They have a texting customer service system the is pretty awesome. Very forward thinking. Well done Lowes"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
"9/10 stay. PROS— Complementary drink tickets and dessert was given. Must pay for breakfast. Bar was really convenient and the food was better than expected. The room was a great size, but we wish they had robes! Pool was a walk from the room. Centrally located a short drive to places. CONS— Parking ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Popular with sunbathers, surfers, and volleyball players, Ocean Park beach offers a beachside path for joggers and bikers, while parks provide playgrounds and picnicking areas. Main Street hosts a weekly farmer's market and features boutiques and restaurants.
West Los Angeles
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Airport Park and Lucky Strike Mar Vista.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
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 Bowlero Los Angeles.
