Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
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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
"Definitely a great location rooms are small and outdated but overall not bad for a one night stay."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
"We stayed at the Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites for 3 nights, before flying out to Hawaii. From a smooth check in, to being allocated a spacious and comfortable room on the 7th floor. The room was very clean and it had a very comfortable bed. We had breakfast in the hotel. This was very fresh ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
"This place was super clean and staff very helpful. The rooms were very well maintained and help was awesome from the staff."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Goog place"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
"We had an amazing stay at the Loews Hollywood Hotel! The location was perfect, the hotel was beautiful, and the overall experience was excellent. A special thank you to Hosea for providing outstanding service and attentiveness during our stay. He was incredibly helpful with answering our questions ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
"What can I say?…we will definitely be back! Such a great experience. Everyone was super helpful. Nice bar, Starbucks handy, great breakfast buffet, and a nice little night menu if you choose to stay in. The pool was very enjoyable also. Looking forward to next time."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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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.
