Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide

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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

9.0/10 (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

Marina del Rey Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise

City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Bottomless Champagne Brunch Cruise

Rp1.836.075
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Bottomless Champagne Brunch Cruise
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City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise

Rp2.353.544
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services

Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags

Rp1.337.789
per traveller
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags
Picture 1 for Activity Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Public Vault Tour

Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Entry & Vault Access

Rp905.505
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Entry & Vault Access
Los Angeles Beach Tour of Santa Monica & Venice

Los Angeles Beach Tour of Santa Monica & Venice

Rp3.018.509
per traveller
Los Angeles Beach Tour of Santa Monica & Venice
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

Rp1.571.768
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
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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 Rp4.704.215 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp4.704.215
Rp5.547.286 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Ocean View Hotel

Ocean View Hotel

3 out of 5
1447 Ocean Ave Santa Monica CA
The price is Rp3.160.016 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp3.160.016
Rp4.381.517 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The place was great. Walking distance to the pier. Food everywhere. The room was great. Overlooking Ocean Blvd was fun. If we come back this is where we will stay. We had a great time"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Ocean View Hotel
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is Rp2.161.731 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.161.731
Rp2.512.739 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
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 Rp2.848.573 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.848.573
Rp3.310.676 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is Rp3.895.114 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp3.895.114
Rp5.146.247 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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
The price is Rp2.211.625 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.211.625
Rp2.570.262 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (4,764 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 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.
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 Sunset Strip and Hollywood Palladium.

A city skyline with tall buildings and palm trees.

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.

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.

A white church with a bell tower and arched windows.
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Westchester

You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. HHLA 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.

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.

Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide