Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
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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.
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.
Heal the Bay Aquarium
Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Tongva Park
Tongva Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
The surrounding neighborhood is pretty rough at night. My son and I stayed here and were pretty uncomfortable walking around.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
The front desk staff was pleasant and easy to work with. The room was clean and comfortable with good water pressure and ample sundries. The check out was easy with just a key drop off. And the complimentary shuttle service made it a seamless trip to the airport
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Hotel Burbank
It was a very nice and festive for the holidays. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Great and easy
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Amazing time
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
We did not eat at the hotel, other than that everything was great
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
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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 Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
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 Aviation/Century Station to explore sights like Bowlero Los Angeles.
