Hotels in Santa Monica, CA

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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 233 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $558/night.
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1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally located, Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites offers easy access to Santa Monica's popular shopping and sightseeing areas. It also provides a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and a sauna.
7.9
Good
1755 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally located, Shore Hotel Santa Monica allows for easy access to Santa Monica's main sightseeing and retail areas. It also offers a Jacuzzi, an outdoor heated pool and free Wi-Fi.
8.4
Excellent
1155 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the middle of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Santa Monica. It also features an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
8.3
Excellent
670 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally located, The Pierside Santa Monica offers easy access to Santa Monica's main shopping and sightseeing areas. It provides free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and an outdoor pool, and is within a 10-minute walk of Third Street Promenade.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
653 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica offers a comfortable base in Los Angeles and features a swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi and free private parking. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a sun deck and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1531 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the middle of the city, this 3-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Santa Monica. It features free wireless internet, a gym and an outdoor pool, and is within walking distance of Santa Monica Pier.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
371 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this 3-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Santa Monica. It is close to Third Street Promenade, dining options and shops.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.0
Excellent
797 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
This property is conveniently located in the city centre. Situated in Downtown Santa Monica, it is within walking distance of several local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
1614 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
2001 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Bayside Hotel provides a modern setting while in Santa Monica. It is conveniently located for guests wanting to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
1937 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
1920 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica is situated in Santa Monica and is close to the area's popular attractions. It is also ideally located within a 10-minute walk of 17th/Colorado Los Angeles Metro Station.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1103 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Santa Monica

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Santa Monica. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Santa Monica:$558/night
Cheapest price found:$84/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$270 - $820
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$406 - $711
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Santa Monica hotels

Browse through properties in Santa Monica that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 233 properties in Santa Monica and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Our users rated these Santa Monica hotels among the best places to stay. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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1001 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$625
Avg. per night
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$843
Avg. per night
219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$445
Avg. per night
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.2 km from city centre
$493
Avg. per night
220 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$358
Avg. per night
1111 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
$576
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849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
$1,146
Avg. per night
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$1,239
Avg. 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 $159 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Monica that can be booked for this price. Pavilions Motel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Monica. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
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.
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2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$159
Avg. per night
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$171
Avg. per night
2020 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$249
Avg. per night
815 Grant Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$266
Avg. per night
2637 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$293
Avg. per night
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$295
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
$301
Avg. per night
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$302
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 29 March 2024.
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.
2 stars
2 stars and under
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3 stars
3 stars
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4 stars
4 stars +
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
$1,134
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States

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Other accommodations in Santa Monica

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1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$1,103
Avg. per night
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$769
Avg. per night
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
$1,134
Avg. per night
Marina del Rey, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Monica

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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 29 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Santa Monica?

    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, rated with a score of 7.9 from 1,755 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Santa Monica. Other top stays include SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica, with an average rating of 8.2 from 1,531 reviewers, and Ocean Park Hotel, with a score of 7.4 from 2,389 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 7.9 over 1,755 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Monica near Original Muscle Beach?

    Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites is the hotel close to Original Muscle Beach that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 1,755 reviews rating it at 7.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Third Street Promenade?

    Close to Third Street Promenade you will find Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, which has a rating of 7.9 over 1,755 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Santa Monica cost?

    $870/night is the average price of a hotel in Santa Monica, based on HotelsCombined searches over the last 3 days. For 4-star hotels in Santa Monica, the average price found is $809/night, and for 5-star hotels the average price is $1,377/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Monica?

    Over the last 3 days, Santa Monica hotels have been found for as cheap as $328/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

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