Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel
Stayed at Hotel Carmel for two nights and had a great experience overall. The location is excellent — only a few minutes’ walk to the Santa Monica Pier and beach. There are also plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafes nearby, so everything you need is within easy walking distance. The hotel itself ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Friendly staff and very clean room.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Pierside Santa Monica
Perfect location, clean and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
The room was clean beds were comfortable. We got in at midnight and were still able to get food at the 24hr bistro. We didn’t stay long but served its purpose and very clean and nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Hotel was a great location for the TCM Fil Festival!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Freehand Los Angeles
Bathroom flooded and ruined some of clothing I had sitting in a cloth bag on the bathroom floor I placed there the night beforehand to have ready to go.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/Sepulved Station or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Bowlero Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to see more of the city.
