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 57 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?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Monica, consider Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Farmers Market, and Santa Monica Place, and pick out the perfect souvenir. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier are some other places worth a visit. Venice Beach, City Garage Theatre, and Harvelle's are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Santa Monica. When you're sightseeing in Santa Monica, Fidelity Arts and Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center 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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A balcony with two chairs, a table with a fruit platter, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

1. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Kevin

₩355,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A rooftop lounge with a modern design, featuring a long bar, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Debra

₩315,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature and a glass railing.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Vanessa

₩343,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL CARMEL." There are potted plants and a red carpet leading to the entrance.

4. Hotel Carmel

Downtown Santa Monica

Luis Alberto

₩293,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

5. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Vakhtang

₩413,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A rooftop lounge with lounge chairs and tables, string lights, and a sunset view.

6. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica

Jess

₩512,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, balconies, and a modern design.

7. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica

Vanessa

₩390,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a seating area with cushions, and a decorative wall.

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

₩564,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, illuminated signage, and a visible exit sign.

9. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Jeffrey Michael

₩459,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A pier with a Ferris wheel and a beach in the background.

10. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica

Amy

₩630,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear blue pool, and a building with balconies.

11. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica

Dorise D

₩703,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A pathway with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and lush greenery.

12. Sea Blue Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

William

₩349,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A sunlit indoor space with a pool, lounge chairs, a sofa, and various potted plants.

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

Downtown Santa Monica

Claudia

₩902,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An aerial view of a coastal city with a pier extending into the ocean, featuring a large Ferris wheel and a ship docked at the pier's end.

14. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Hugh

₩302,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and greenery.

15. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica

Charles

₩1,093,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

16. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

kaito

₩163,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa with cushions, a large window with a city view, and a ceiling light fixture.

17. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

12.1 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Michel

₩255,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a city view.

18. Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

12.6 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Amita

₩214,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble columns, and a chandelier. There are seating areas with colorful cushions and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.

19. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

12.4 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Denise

₩205,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A rooftop terrace with sun loungers and a view of the cityscape.

20. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Mid-City, 2 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Morris

₩368,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Shutters on the Beach	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 792 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 412 reviews	View
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 958 reviews	View
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 947 reviews	View
Ocean View Hotel	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 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 HHLA.

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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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