What is Downtown Santa Monica like?

Travelers to Santa Monica's Downtown Santa Monica neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Experience the best of Downtown Santa Monica with a visit to Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier during your trip.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Santa Monica?

Based on our traveler data, Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Monica. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the area is Ocean View Hotel .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Santa Monica area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Monica, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 58 Downtown Santa Monica hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Monica, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Santa Monica.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Monica?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Monica, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Monica?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Monica, consider Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Farmers Market, and Santa Monica Place, and pick out the perfect souvenir. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier are some other places worth a visit. Venice Beach, City Garage Theatre, and Harvelle's are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Santa Monica. When you're sightseeing in Santa Monica, Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center and Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Santa Monica and the greater Santa Monica area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Downtown Santa Monica Station is the closest metro station.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Ann

AED 922 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Debra

AED 918 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

3. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

somkait

AED 1,079 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

4. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica

Vanessa

AED 1,229 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

5. Hotel Carmel

Downtown Santa Monica

Douglas

AED 660 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

6. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

debbie

AED 1,263 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

7. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Jeffrey Michael

AED 1,503 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

AED 1,503 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

9. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica

Jess

AED 1,300 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

10. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica

Amy

AED 1,652 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

11. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Santa Monica

Sherri

AED 2,409 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

12. Sea Blue Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Taylor

AED 935 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

13. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica

Dorise D

AED 2,003 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

14. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Hugh

AED 1,009 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

15. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

AED 5,158 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

16. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica

Charles

AED 2,968 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

17. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

Justin

AED 439 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

18. Hotel Angeleno

6.9 km from Downtown Santa Monica

KIm

AED 762 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

19. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

12.1 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Michel

AED 721 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

20. Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard

12.2 km from Downtown Santa Monica

David

AED 623 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG	5.0 star property	9.8 86 86 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	4.5 star property	9.4 417 417 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	5.0 star property	9.4 796 796 reviews	View
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 965 965 reviews	View
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels	5.0 star property	9.2 960 960 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Hollywood

Discover the heart of the U.S. film industry with nearby studios, stroll along the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, and visit landmarks like the Dolby Theatre and Hollywood sign. Shop at the Hollywood & Highland Center mall and easily navigate via the Metro Rail B Line.

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Downtown Los Angeles

DTLA's offers a wide variety of shopping options in its many neighborhoods, such as FIGat7th in the Financial District and Japanese Village Plaza in Little Tokyo. Explore sights like Olvera Street and Grand Park, while easily accessing urban rail transit.

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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.

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Koreatown

Vibrant nightlife abounds in this commercially driven area, featuring Korean BBQ restaurants, karaoke bars, and a high concentration of nightclubs. Explore the Korean American National Museum, Korean Cultural Center, and enjoy convenient transport via B and D Line subways.

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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 Lucky Strike Los Angeles.

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Top Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

8/10 Good

"It was an ok stay"

Ocean View Hotel

8/10 Good

"We stayed for four days and it was more than satisfactory. They have a convenient shop next door to buy water bottles for $1. We often went to the front desk for items and they were very amenable to all of our requests like extra towels, coffee, etc. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. The location was convenient to the beach and tons of restaurants within walking distance."

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Location was perfect for a hotel close to the airport…. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Both when I checked in ( which they accommodated) and checking out at 4 am . The hall rugs are a bit worn but the room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend for affordability and location."

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

8/10 Good

"This is the perfect hotel when going to Universal Studios. It's walking distance, but there is also a shuttle. My only complaint would be the lack of staff helping at the check-in desk. We stood there for a very long time before we had assistance and there appeared to only be one person working, who seemed overwhelmed, at least that was my thought by her attitude and lack of greeting."

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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Monica hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

3. Ocean View Hotel

4. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

5. Hotel Carmel

6. The Pierside Santa Monica

7. Shore Hotel

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

9. The Eden

10. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

11. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

12. Sea Blue Hotel

13. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

14. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

15. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

16. Shutters on the Beach

17. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

18. Hotel Angeleno

19. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

20. Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard

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