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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 July ($138). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Monica is April ($626).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Monica is Saturday ($235). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $732.

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 $109 per night.

Other accommodations in Santa Monica

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Santa Monica. There are 248 hotels in Santa Monica and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Monica is $266/night.
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2815 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$206
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$208
Avg. per night
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$287
Avg. per night
3102 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$213
Avg. per night
2680 32nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$124
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 30 April 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 30 April 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Monica cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in Santa Monica is $266/night. A good holiday rental deal in Santa Monica would be for $225/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $41/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking April, the most expensive month of the year. Booking March is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in Santa Monica.

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

    Downtown is the best part of Santa Monica to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Santa Monica holiday rentals, 99% of them looked for stays in the Downtown neighbourhood in the last year. The Ocean Luxury Lofts and Suites happens to be the most popular holiday rental in the Downtown neighbourhood of Santa Monica.

  • Are there any Inn holiday rentals in Santa Monica?

    Yes, there are 3 Inn holiday rentals in Santa Monica. According to our data, Ocean Park Inn is currently the most popular Inn rental in the city.

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