Santa Monica, CA

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Santa Monica featuring a city, general coastal views and street scenes

Where to stay in Santa Monica

Santa Monica featuring tropical scenes and general coastal views

Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(431 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Santa Monica
#sunset #outdoors

Ocean Park

4.5/5(219 area reviews)

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.

Ocean Park
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Pico

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Pico, check out sights like Santa Monica Place or Third Street Promenade and hop on the metro to see more the city at 17th Street/SMC Station or 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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North of Wilshire

4.5/5(96 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North of Wilshire, Santa Monica Beach and Third Street Promenade are top sights worth seeing.

North of Wilshire
"Love isn't complicated, people are."

North of Montana

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North of Montana, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.

North of Montana
Cool spot for great coffee and pastries, near the beach.

Wilshire Montana

While visiting Wilshire Montana, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Monica Beach and Third Street Promenade.

Wilshire Montana
The Huntley Hotel
The Huntley Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
The Huntley Hotel
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica
3.5 out of 5
1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Gateway Hotel Santa Monica
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
GORGEOUS Hollywood Living Los Angeles
GORGEOUS Hollywood Living Los Angeles
3.5 out of 5
900 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the convenient parking and the clean ...
GORGEOUS Hollywood Living Los Angeles
Venice Breeze Suites
Venice Breeze Suites
3.5 out of 5
2 Breeze Avenue, Venice, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Venice Breeze Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Santa Monica

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 1.2996941896024465%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

Love this city, unfortunately the boardwalk wasn’t open at the time. Hopefully next time it will be.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 26, 2020

Bathroom door is heavy ad doesn't stay open. Toilet is very low even for a person like me with no disabilities.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 26, 2020

Best trip.. everything with in walking distance. Hopped on BIRD scooters and rode along bikes. The beach was very clean. Nice to see just everyone having a good time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 23, 2020

I love Santa Monica--great food and walkable areas. I was there for medical treatment not tourism. It was convenient, safe and clean that was what mattered.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Apr 8, 2020

friendly and felt safe

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler
Mar 26, 2020

In retrospect this is a fun town to spend a few hours. Wouldn't bother staying here again.

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