Popular hotels
Tips
Top-rated hotels
Where to stay

Hotels in Downtown, Santa Monica

Search and compare Santa Monica, Downtown hotels from hundreds of travel sites and save.

Downtown - Santa Monica, CA, United States
26 Apr — 27 Apr2
Downtown - Santa Monica, CA, United States
Fri 26/4
Sat 27/4
...and more

Refine Your Search

Star ratings
Guest Ratings
Amenities
Freebies
See all filters

Popular hotels in Downtown, Santa Monica

Discover well-known properties in Downtown that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 97 hotels in Downtown and price data was last updated on 19 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Downtown is $477/night.
These hotels in Downtown see the most activity from our users at the moment. Users can utilise the filters available to narrow down their search.
Filter by star ratings
All filters
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
1779 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
1139 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Set in the heart of the city, Hotel Carmel By The Sea provides easy access to Santa Monica's main retail and sightseeing areas. It is situated a brief walk from Santa Monica Pier and the Santa Monica Public Library.
Free Wi-Fi
7.1
Good
1192 reviews
Location
0.0 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.
8.2
Excellent
678 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
8.0
Excellent
668 reviews
Location
0.3 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
376 reviews
Location
0.4 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
1612 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
789 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally situated, Santa Monica Proper Hotel offers easy access to Santa Monica's best sightseeing areas. It provides free Wi-Fi, an express check-in and check-out feature and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
334 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
1301 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 provides views of Santa Monica Pier, and features an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
6.5
Good
15 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Downtown

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Downtown. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Downtown:$477/night
Cheapest price found:$87/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$87 - $1,234
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$88 - $893
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Downtown, Santa Monica hotels

Browse through properties in Downtown that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 97 properties in Downtown and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Some of the very best Downtown hotels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
Show all 97 hotels
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
$1,162
Avg. per night
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$1,254
Avg. per night
1436 2nd Street, Los Angeles, CA, United States
17.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$74
Avg. per night
1415 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$681
Avg. per night
1740 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
$514
Avg. per night
1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$471
Avg. per night
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$442
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Downtown

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Downtown 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 Downtown at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Downtown. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Downtown.
2 stars
2 stars and under
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3 stars
3 stars
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4 stars
4 stars +
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
$1,162
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
$1,254
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Best prices found by HotelsCombined users in the past 24 hours.

Other accommodations in Downtown

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Downtown.
Show all 97 stays
1436 2nd Street, Los Angeles, CA, United States
17.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$74
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Downtown

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Downtown to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Scroll through the map to find hotels close to the Downtown neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hotel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hotel.

Facts about staying in Downtown, Santa Monica

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Downtown to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown?

    One of the most popular hotels in Downtown is Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, which has been reviewed by 1,779 users and currently has a rating of 7.9/10. Other top-rated locations include HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel and Santa Monica Proper Hotel, which have received 8.6/10 and 8.6/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Santa Monica Pier?

    A good hotel close to Santa Monica Pier is Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites (rated 7.9/10 from 1,779 reviews).

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

    The most popular hotel near Third Street Promenade is Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, with 1,779 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Santa Monica Place?

    If you’re visiting Santa Monica Place then the nearby Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (1,779 reviews scoring it at an average 7.9/10).

  • How much do hotels in Downtown cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around $244/night is normal for a hotel in Downtown.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Downtown?

    $174 per night is the cheapest Downtown hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Downtown?

    Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade, and Santa Monica Place are the most popular landmarks in Downtown according to our data. You can experience Santa Monica Pier if you plan to visit Santa Monica. You can visit Third Street Promenade if you stay in Santa Monica. Santa Monica Place is accessible while staying in Santa Monica.

See more FAQs

Find better results for your stay in Downtown

Consider alternative stays in Santa Monica
If you are looking for a specific type of hotel, consider these options for trips to Santa Monica

Millions of Reviews
Real ratings and reviews from millions of guests, just like yourself. Book your perfect stay with confidence!
Best Hotel Deals
HotelsCombined sources over 3 million hotels and properties and compiles them in one place so you can compare the ideal accommodation.
Free cancellation
Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book hotels and accommodations on HotelsCombined from agencies that offer free cancellation