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
The Pierside Santa Monica
This was an exceptional experience with a top notch front desk. On top - great location and a very nice view from the higher floor rooms
Reviewed on 26 April 2026
Hotel Carmel
The aircon was noisy. There was an unpleasant urine-like smell. You can hear the noise from the streets (we were at the second floor). Building looks old - needs major renovation. Staff was nice and generous with providing bottled water. Great location - near the Santa Monica pier and beach and to ...
Reviewed on 28 April 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 24 April 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Great hotel to stay at if flying out of LAX. Great shuttle service to airport.
Reviewed on 28 April 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Great location, fun and convenient. Staff is very friendly and helpful too. Its a very nice hotel and reasonably-priced for the area and much nicer than the hotels nearby.
Reviewed on 28 April 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
No complaints :)
Reviewed on 27 April 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.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
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.
