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

A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, a lifeguard tower, and mountains in the background.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/5 (10,272 reviews)
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
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Things to do

LA with Starline Bus

City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes

฿1,685
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience

Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience

฿14,093
per adult
Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience
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City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise

฿4,329
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket

Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket

฿591
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

฿821
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
3 Hour Los Angeles Tour

3 Hour Los Angeles Tour

฿1,643
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
3 Hour Los Angeles Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

The Pierside Santa Monica

The Pierside Santa Monica

4 out of 5
120 Colorado Avenue Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿8,503 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿8,503
฿11,768 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,462 reviews)
"No microwave. AC could have been better"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Pierside Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

3 out of 5
201 Broadway Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿7,176 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿7,176
฿9,228 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,324 reviews)
"We had a blast! I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Santa Monica"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hotel Carmel
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿4,882 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿4,882
฿5,672 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (5,658 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave Burbank CA
The price is ฿5,632 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
฿5,632
฿6,312 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,958 reviews)
"Morning staff was great, the night staff was very rude and unprofessional. Would’ve been 5 stars all around if not for that."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hotel Burbank
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿6,642 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿6,642
฿7,718 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,803 reviews)
"The only complain I really have is the sound / beats from a club nearby really shaken our room and sleep"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿5,078 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿5,078
฿6,871 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,402 reviews)
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling Las Vegas street with illuminated signs, palm trees, and historic architecture.

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 Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.

A city skyline with tall buildings and palm trees.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District 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.

A green sign with 'KOREATOWN' in white letters, a red lantern, and a traditional roof.

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.

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.

An aerial view of a university campus with historic buildings, green spaces, and a surrounding residential area.

Westwood

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide