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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 March ($453). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Monica is April ($1,472).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Monica is Friday ($606). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $1,473.

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 $165 per night.
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Other accommodations in Santa Monica

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Santa Monica. There are 289 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on 25 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $501/night.
Comfort Inn Santa Monica - West Los Angeles
Comfort Inn Santa Monica - West Los Angeles

Comfort Inn Santa Monica - West Los Angeles

2815 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$324
Avg. per night
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Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$572
Avg. per night
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Ocean Park Inn
Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park Inn

2452 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$289
Avg. per night
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Santa Monica Motel
Santa Monica Motel

Santa Monica Motel

2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$330
Avg. per night
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Rest Haven Motel
Rest Haven Motel

Rest Haven Motel

815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$265
Avg. per night
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Sea Shore Motel
Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel

2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$266
Avg. per night
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Ocean Park Hotel
Ocean Park Hotel

Ocean Park Hotel

2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$175
Avg. per night
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Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$413
Avg. per night
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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$304
Avg. per night
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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 25 July 2025.
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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 25 July 2025.

  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Monica cost?

    $501 per night is how much a holiday rental in Santa Monica costs, on average. $62 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $454 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 August, 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, 78% 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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