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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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

₩325,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

2. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica

Jess

₩515,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Debra

₩317,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

₩295,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

Alecia

₩422,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Mariana

₩345,351 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

₩428,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

₩561,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

9. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica

Amy

₩618,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

10. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Jeffrey Michael

₩531,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

Downtown Santa Monica

Claudia

₩902,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

12. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica

Dorise D

₩671,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

13. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

Hugh

₩389,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

14. Sea Blue Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica

William

₩346,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A beachside patio with white wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

15. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

Downtown Santa Monica

Richard

₩1,824,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

16. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica

Charles

₩1,143,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

17. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

kaito

₩198,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

₩215,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

19. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

12.1 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Michel

₩257,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

20. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

12.4 km from Downtown Santa Monica

Denise

₩215,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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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 791 reviews	View
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 944 reviews	View
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,409 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

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

A bustling Las Vegas street with illuminated signs, palm trees, and historic architecture.

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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A city skyline with tall buildings and palm trees.

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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A row of tall, ornate street lamps with white globes, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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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A white church with a bell tower and arched windows.

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

Loews Hollywood Hotel

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"Amazing! We had room 1802 with a great view! Everything was clean and had a great stay"

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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Monica hotels

1. Ocean View Hotel

2. The Eden

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

4. Hotel Carmel

5. The Pierside Santa Monica

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

7. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

8. Viceroy Santa Monica

9. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10. Shore Hotel

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

12. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

13. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

14. Sea Blue Hotel

15. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

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. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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