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Travel insights for holiday rentals in Santa Monica

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday rental in Santa Monica including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Santa Monica?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Santa Monica is September ($433). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Monica is April ($1,450).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Santa Monica?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Monica is Wednesday ($597). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $1,789.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Santa Monica?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 40 days before your trip to Santa Monica. The lowest price found when booking 40 days ahead was $170 per night.

Other accommodations in Santa Monica

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Santa Monica. There are 247 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on 13 May 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $410/night.
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Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$1,008
Avg. per night
219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$560
Avg. per night
2815 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$321
Avg. per night
2452 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$313
Avg. per night
815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$281
Avg. per night
2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$358
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$346
Avg. per night
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$188
Avg. per night
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$457
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Monica

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Santa Monica to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 13 May 2025.
Whether you're visiting Santa Monica for leisure or business, utilise the map to find holiday rentals close to your ideal location. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular holiday rental.

Facts about staying in Santa Monica

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Monica to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 13 May 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Monica cost?

    $411 per night is how much a holiday rental in Santa Monica costs, on average. $64 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $355 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Santa Monica holiday rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is April, and the cheapest time to book is March.

  • What part of Santa Monica is best to stay in?

    Downtown is the best part of the city to stay in if you’re looking for a holiday rental in Santa Monica. The Ocean Luxury Lofts and Suites is our most popular holiday rental in this neighbourhood. While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Santa Monica, 85% of HotelsCombined users searched for rentals in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice.

  • Are there any Motel holiday rentals in Santa Monica?

    If you’re looking to book a Motel holiday rental in Santa Monica, then you have 4 to choose from. We recommend looking at Travelodge By Wyndham Lax as it’s currently the most popular Motel rental among our users.

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