Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Santa Monica Place
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Original Muscle Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Original Muscle Beach during your travels in Santa Monica? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hotel Carmel
It is a small hotel with limited amenities. Just your average stay. I would go for another hotel next time.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
The Pierside Santa Monica
We found a cockroache in the room restroom and also had the toilet fkush out of order. Despite that was ok
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Friendly staff and very clean room.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
I loved that the room was clean, easy to use the app to get the digital key. I would definitely recommend staying here if it’s a quick in and out trip. I wasn’t close to much but I didn’t need to be for this trip. I would recommend having a car if you are going to stay here
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
It's a great hotel in a great location. But hotels should have bathtubs. A microwave would be nice.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
We had a nice stay and enjoyed our time spent at this hotel!
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Popular with sunbathers, surfers, and volleyball players, Ocean Park beach offers a beachside path for joggers and bikers, while parks provide playgrounds and picnicking areas. Main Street hosts a weekly farmer's market and features boutiques and restaurants.
West Los Angeles
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
Westchester
Westchester is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to explore sights like Bowlero Los Angeles.
