What is Downtown Santa Monica like?

Travelers to Santa Monica's Downtown Santa Monica neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Experience the best of Downtown Santa Monica with a visit to Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier during your trip.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Santa Monica?

Based on our traveler data, Ocean View Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Monica. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach, and it offers a cafe and free WiFi.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Santa Monica area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Monica, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 61 Downtown Santa Monica hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Monica, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Santa Monica.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Monica?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Monica, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Monica?

Ocean Avenue, Pacific Park, and Heal the Bay Aquarium are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Downtown Santa Monica. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier are some other places worth a visit. Venice Beach, Third Street Promenade, and City Garage Theatre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Santa Monica. When you're sightseeing in Santa Monica, Harvelle's and Fidelity Arts are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Santa Monica and the greater Santa Monica area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Downtown Santa Monica Station is the closest metro station.

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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Monica hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Mariana

₩348,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Kevin

₩321,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Debra

₩319,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

4. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Alecia

₩450,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

5. Hotel Carmel

Downtown Santa Monica

Luis Alberto

₩297,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

6. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica

Vanessa

₩389,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

7. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica

Jess

₩490,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

₩564,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

9. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica

Amy

₩646,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

10. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Jeffrey Michael

₩478,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

11. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica

Dorise D

₩675,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

12. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Santa Monica

Claudia

₩907,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

13. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

₩1,891,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

14. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Hugh

₩397,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

15. Sea Blue Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

William

₩353,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

16. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica

Charles

₩1,150,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

17. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

kaito

₩199,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

18. Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

12.6 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Graciela

₩217,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

19. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

12.1 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Michel

₩244,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

20. Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo

14.2 km from Downtown Santa Monica

kamil

₩247,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 84 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 412 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 789 reviews	View
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 955 reviews	View
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 943 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Hollywood

Discover the heart of the U.S. film industry with nearby studios, stroll along the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, and visit landmarks like the Dolby Theatre and Hollywood sign. Shop at the Hollywood & Highland Center mall and easily navigate via the Metro Rail B Line.

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Downtown Los Angeles

DTLA's offers a wide variety of shopping options in its many neighborhoods, such as FIGat7th in the Financial District and Japanese Village Plaza in Little Tokyo. Explore sights like Olvera Street and Grand Park, while easily accessing urban rail transit.

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Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

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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 Lucky Strike Los Angeles.

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Koreatown

Vibrant nightlife abounds in this commercially driven area, featuring Korean BBQ restaurants, karaoke bars, and a high concentration of nightclubs. Explore the Korean American National Museum, Korean Cultural Center, and enjoy convenient transport via B and D Line subways.

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Top Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

10/10 Excellent

"Trey was amazing and his stuff too"

InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I absolutely loved my stay at the InterContinental. The hotel is beautiful, modern, and extremely clean, and the entire property has such a luxurious and relaxing atmosphere. The room was comfortable and well maintained, and overall it was a wonderful experience. My only real complaint was the cleanliness of the windows. The views from the hotel are one of the best parts of staying here, but unfortunately, the windows were quite dirty and had noticeable marks and buildup on them. It made it difficult to fully enjoy what should have been an amazing view, especially at night. Other than that, I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely consider staying here again."

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was warm, friendly and extremely helpful -- especially in making sure we got a package we were expecting and in going the extra mile when I left my tablet in the room. Being so close to the airport and having a shuttle every 15 minutes allowed me to run back, pick up the tablet, and get right back to the airport with no hassles. The room was lovely, clean and bright, and everyone we encountered on staff from reception to the bell desk to security to the shuttle driver were friendly, relaxed, and kind. The whole property speaks of excellent management and a close team. Will definitely stay again!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Monica hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

2. Ocean View Hotel

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

4. The Pierside Santa Monica

5. Hotel Carmel

6. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

7. The Eden

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

9. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10. Shore Hotel

11. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

12. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

13. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

14. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

15. Sea Blue Hotel

16. Shutters on the Beach

17. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

18. Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

19. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

20. Hyatt Place LAX El Segundo

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