Hotels in Santa Monica, CA

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Santa Monica, CA, United States
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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 $375/night.
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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
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
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the middle of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Santa Monica. It has a fitness centre, as well as an outdoor heated pool, valet parking and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
7.4
Good
432 reviews
Location
1.0 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
1204 reviews
Location
0.0 km from city centre
1415 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Santa Monica. It provides ocean views and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
49 reviews
Location
0.2 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
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Centrally situated, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows offers easy access to Santa Monica's main hot spots. It also features an outdoor pool, a sauna and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
427 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
1740 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Conveniently positioned, Le Merigot Santa Monica allows for easy access to Santa Monica's best hot spots. It also features a sauna, an outdoor pool and a gym.
7.6
Good
251 reviews
Location
0.7 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
1111 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Within 20 minutes' walk from 4th/Colorado Los Angeles Metro Station, Huntley Santa Monica Beach offers guests an ideal base while visiting Santa Monica. It is close to Sovereign Hotel, restaurants and shops.
8.7
Excellent
3900 reviews
Location
0.7 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:March
Most expensive month:May
Average price in Santa Monica:$375/night
Cheapest price found:$51/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Friday
$304 - $662
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$305 - $943
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. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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1001 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$407
Avg. per night
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$549
Avg. per night
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$719
Avg. per night
219 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$290
Avg. per night
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.2 km from city centre
$321
Avg. per night
220 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$234
Avg. per night
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
$739
Avg. per night
849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
$746
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 $104 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
These Santa Monica properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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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
$104
Avg. per night
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$192
Avg. per night
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
$196
Avg. per night
1920 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$213
Avg. per night
1670 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$255
Avg. per night
1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$271
Avg. per night
1301 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$282
Avg. per night
2001 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$283
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.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
3007 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
3 stars
3 stars
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, United States
1447 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
2102 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
4 stars
4 stars +
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States
700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
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
$719
Avg. per night
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$501
Avg. per night
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
$739
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 29 March 2024.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Santa Monica area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking on a hotel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

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?

    Santa Monica is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is The Georgian Hotel, which has a current rating of 8.7. For other potential stays, consider Ocean View Hotel and Fairmont Miramar - Hotel & Bungalows, which can also be great places to stay in Santa Monica.

  • What is a good hotel near Santa Monica Pier?

    Reviews of Huntley Santa Monica Beach recommend it as a good place to stay near Santa Monica Pier, scoring 8.7/10 from 3,900 ratings.

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

    Huntley Santa Monica Beach is the most recommended hotel near Original Muscle Beach on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.7 over 3,900 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Third Street Promenade?

    A good hotel near Third Street Promenade is Huntley Santa Monica Beach, which has been rated 8.7/10 by 3,900 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Santa Monica cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Santa Monica has been around $567 per night over the last 3 days. For a 5-star hotel in Santa Monica, the average price is around $897/night, depending on your dates. The average price of a 4-star hotel is $527/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Monica?

    Prices for Santa Monica hotels have been found for as low as $214/night over the last 3 days.

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