Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Heal the Bay Aquarium
Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Tongva Park
Tongva Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Nice room, great location, safe environment, close to Santa Monica pier and restaurants, valet parking.
Reviewed on 2025/12/28
The Pierside Santa Monica
Location, location, location… This place is located right across the pier. Parking is right across the street. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2025/12/24
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Clean rooms, awesome staff, very attentive
Reviewed on 2025/12/29
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
The hotel is excellent condition but parking is very difficult especially I had a lot of bags and a dog. It’s a pet friendly hotel but I was informed if my dog barked I would be asked to leave wich seemed not very pet friendly even tho my dog is not a barker that seemed strange. Then at night I could ...
Reviewed on 2025/12/28
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Great Staff and convenient livation
Reviewed on 2025/12/28
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Yes
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
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.
West Los Angeles
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Mar Vista
While Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
Brentwood
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Brentwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Getty Center or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
