Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide

Los Angeles

A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset.
A busy pier with a Ferris wheel, a parking lot full of cars, and a beach in the background.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and modern buildings, including a hotel and shops.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with people walking along it.
A pier with a Ferris wheel and a roller coaster at sunset.

Stay near popular Downtown Santa Monica attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
1707 4th St Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿8,550 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿8,550
฿10,093 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,439 reviews)
"front desk were so friendly, room was spacious and clean and the pool is nice."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Ocean View Hotel

Ocean View Hotel

3 out of 5
1447 Ocean Ave Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿6,325 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿6,325
฿8,691 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Ocean View Hotel
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿5,102 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,102
฿7,099 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,229 reviews)
"Staff writer as rude and not helpful"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿4,674 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿4,674
฿5,435 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,382 reviews)
"Staff at check in was so friendly and helpful! It was clearly a busy weekend. But, the elevators and parking were still efficient. Perfect stay!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿7,097 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿7,097
฿9,421 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,426 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿4,426
฿5,144 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,952 reviews)
"Th3 whole stay was fine"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

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

Hollywood

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sunset Strip and Hollywood Palladium.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

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.

Koreatown

Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

Hollywood Hills

You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Bowl or Runyon Canyon Park.



Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide