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Popular hotels in Santa Monica

Discover well-known properties in Santa Monica that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 248 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on 4 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $673/night.
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1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Daily Mandatory Charge includes: Santa Monica Tourism Marketing District Assessment and California Tourism Assessment. Welcome to the Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, located in the heart of sunny Santa Monica, California. Walking distance from trendy Santa Monica Beach and Pier and minutes from Third Street Promenade, Venice Beach and Malibu Beach. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is just 11 miles away. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, friendly service and an unbeatable location with easy access to the Santa Monica Freeway and Southern California's most popular destinations like Rodeo Drive, The Getty Museum, Universal Studios, Westwood, Century City, UCLA, Hollywood and Pepperdine University. Subtle coastal influences make their way into the propertys guest rooms utilizing a serene color palette, inviting layout, and bright, spacious bathrooms. Every guest room has a flexible layout with modular furniture to seamlessly cater to a variety of guest needs and allowing each guest to optimize their room. A large, round focal table instantly transforms from a dining table to impromptu workstation when slid under the tech console. A generously scaled sleeper sofa maximizes comfort and provides additional sleeping accommodations when needed. Each bedroom features a chic, contemporary, and comfortable bed with integrated headboard sconces that are operated with a quick touch to the tech panel incorporated into the headboard. Floor-to-ceiling black out drapery ensure a restful night sleep for all guests truly an experience you dream of long after your stay is over. With about 70 percent of the hotel being Suites, every guest is a VIP at the Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites. We offer 10,000 sq. ft. feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, beautiful terrace garden courtyard, reliable WiFi in guest suites and public areas (fee applies), valet parking, outdoor pool and whirlpool, fully equipped fitness center, golf course nearby at Riviera Country Club, full-service restaurant and bar, market place, in-room dining, tech lounge, and concierge desk. Hilton Honors members can earn both points and miles for every qualifying stay through the award-winning Hilton Honors program.
8.3
Excellent
2357 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Sand beach and a 24-hour fitness center, near Santa Monica Pier Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, valet parking, and concierge services. Change of towels is available on request. The Pierside Santa Monica offers 132 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Santa Monica hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2897 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Santa Monica Pier Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as limo/town car service and complimentary wireless internet access. Shore Hotel offers 164 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.3
Excellent
1976 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Beach hotel near Santa Monica Pier Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as limo/town car service and complimentary wireless internet access. Ocean View Hotel offers 66 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
1663 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Located in downtown Santa Monica just 4 blocks from the Santa Monica Pier and beach, the resort fee free Courtyard Santa Monica features oversized guest rooms with SoCal beach vibes in its design details and artwork. We are just steps from the Santa Monica Place Mall and the area's best dining and entertainment at the Third Street Promenade. Relax with modern amenities including wood plank floors, free WiFi and plush Marriott bedding. Begin your morning with a workout in our 24 hr fitness center before heading to Watermans Cafe our onsite restaurant, for a light bite and Starbucks coffee. Soak up the sun on the 2nd floor pool deck or spend your days exploring the best of Southern California in the surrounding greater Los Angeles area. After a fun day at the Santa Monica Pier catch the Expo train located just across from the hotel to Downtown Los Angeles only 7 miles away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
485 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a fitness center Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Viceroy Santa Monica offers 162 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Monica hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.2
Excellent
1255 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Nestled on five expansive acres atop the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Miramar is Santa Monica's premier address for locals and world travelers alike. From the beautiful lush grounds to the calm elegance of our guestrooms, suites and exclusive bungalows, this urban resort delivers an experience that can be found only at the Miramar.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
711 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
1111 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Luxury hotel with area shuttle service and a fitness center This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. An area shuttle is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and a conference center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. The Huntley Hotel offers 204 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 60-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Monica hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Refrigerators, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.9
Excellent
2596 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
1301 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Hotel with a fitness center, a short walk to Santa Monica Beach This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, valet parking, and concierge services. Housekeeping is available on request. Sonder The Beacon offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
898 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Located in the heart of Santa Monica, this eco-friendly hotel offers air-conditioned guest rooms and a heated outdoor pool with poolside cabanas. The Santa Monica Pier is 15 minutes' walk from the property. Guest rooms at Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica include a TV, ironing facilities and an private bathroom with a hairdryer. Select rooms include Pacific Ocean views. SandBox, an innovative recreational area with a Santa Monica beach vibe has the latest gaming systems, plus shuffleboard, darts, and billiards. Perk up with coffee or wind down with a craft beer, glass of wine, or cocktail. Guests can also take advantage of computer portals featuring free WiFi. Guests of Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica can let the concierge plan the day’s activities, or discover local attractions and activities. Valet parking is $60.50 plus tax per vehicle per night. Complimentary morning coffee is provided in the lobby. Santa Monica College is 1 mi away from this hotel. The hotel is also 1 mi away from the Santa Monica Pier and 3rd Street Promenade shopping district.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
1037 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Santa Monica

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Monica is June ($594). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Monica is March ($2,296).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Monica is Friday ($491). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $1,475.

How much is a hotel in Santa Monica tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Santa Monica tonight starting as low as $157, rising to an average cost of $857, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $335 for a 4-star hotel in Santa Monica for tonight.

How much is a Santa Monica hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Santa Monica this weekend for as little as $375/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $375/night. For a 4-star hotel in Santa Monica, the cheapest rate recently found was $443/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Santa Monica?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 63 days before your trip to Santa Monica. The lowest price found when booking 63 days ahead was $175 per night.

Cheapest hotels in Santa Monica, California

Discover affordable stays in Santa Monica that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Monica can be found for as low as $150 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Monica that can be booked for this price. Ocean Park Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Monica. Price data was last updated on 4 July 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Santa Monica we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$150
Avg. per night
2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$189
Avg. per night
815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$282
Avg. per night
2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$285
Avg. per night
2452 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$291
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$301
Avg. per night
3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$311
Avg. per night
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$311
Avg. per night
2815 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$327
Avg. per night
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$348
Avg. per night
1920 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$377
Avg. per night
1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$388
Avg. per night
220 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$393
Avg. per night
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$399
Avg. per night
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$401
Avg. per night
2001 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$401
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Santa Monica

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Santa Monica to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Santa Monica at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 4 July 2025.
We've come across the following hotels in Santa Monica with different price and hotel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
4 stars +
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
$1,358
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3 stars
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2 stars and under
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2001 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2452 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Other accommodations in Santa Monica

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Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$966
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$301
Avg. per night
815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$282
Avg. per night
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$150
Avg. per night
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$412
Avg. per night
3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$311
Avg. per night
219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$603
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 4 July 2025.
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About Santa Monica

One of Southern California’s most loved beachside neighbourhoods, Santa Monica offers a sun-drenched lifestyle overlooking the Pacific Ocean. First developed as a seaside retreat, it now boasts an iconic pier, lively beach and artistic culture.

Things to do in Santa Monica

You won’t want to miss visiting Santa Monica Pier, with its historic amusement park, including a solar-powered Ferris wheel, roller coasters and arcade games. It offers fantastic views across Santa Monica State Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe and socialise.

“The Strand” pathway connects Santa Monica to colourful Venice Beach and the upmarket dwellings of Pacific Palisades. It’s a popular spot for working out, whether you want to walk, cycle, jog or rollerblade.

Third Street Promenade is the commercial heart of Santa Monica with its pedestrian-only strip lined with fashion retailers, cafes and pop-up farmers markets. If you’re looking for designer goods, head to Montana Avenue, considered a more relaxed version of Rodeo Drive.

Santa Monica is renowned for its arts scene, with various galleries and studios to discover, together with public sculptures, installations and street art. Visit the former railroad hub of Bergamot Station, which includes exhibition spaces for some of Southern California’s up-and-coming contemporary artists.

Getting around Santa Monica

Santa Monica is situated around 25 minutes’drive north of Los Angeles International Airport and connected to Downtown Los Angeles by light rail and the iconic “Big Blue Bus”. Santa Monica is best explored by bicycle or on foot.

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 4 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Santa Monica?

    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, rated with a score of 8.3 from 2,357 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Santa Monica. Other top stays include Hotel Carmel Santa Monica, with an average rating of 7.1 from 2,385 reviewers, and Shore Hotel, with a score of 8.3 from 1,976 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Santa Monica Pier?

    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites is a good hotel close to Santa Monica Pier - it has scored 8.3 over 2,357 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Monica near Third Street Promenade?

    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites is the hotel close to Third Street Promenade that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 2,357 reviews rating it at 8.3/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Bergamot Station?

    Close to Bergamot Station you will find Ocean Park Hotel, which has a rating of 7.7 over 3,838 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Monica?

    Over the last 3 days, Santa Monica hotels have been found for as cheap as $339/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • Are there any hotels in Santa Monica close to Los Angeles?

    The closest hotel to Los Angeles is Pavilions Motel, which is located 3.2 km away from the city centre.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

    In addition to Santa Monica, travellers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. Anaheim is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Santa Monica?

    In total, there are 248 hotels to choose from in Santa Monica, compared to 102,312 properties in California.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Santa Monica?

    The most popular landmark in Santa Monica is Santa Monica Pier located in Santa Monica, followed by Third Street Promenade and Bergamot Station, located in Santa Monica and Santa Monica, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Santa Monica, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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