Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Place
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Original Muscle Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Original Muscle Beach during your travels in Santa Monica? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hotel Carmel
"The location of this place was the best part was close to everything and walking distance to good shopping the pier and the beach"
Reviewed on 2026/6/9
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Great personal, clean, well mentain. Good restaurant and bar. Easy way to airport with the shuttle. We will be back."
Reviewed on 2026/6/11
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"M Amazing hotel and an excellent stay from start to finish. The check-in experience was outstanding, and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate my request to move to a higher floor while still ensuring I kept a room with a view of the airport. Watching the planes take off and land was one ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/11
The LINE Hotel
"The best hotel in Koreatown"
Reviewed on 2026/6/11
Loews Hollywood Hotel
"Loved the location: just off Hollywood Boulevard and next to ovation center with convenient restaurants and pharmacies!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/11
Freehand Los Angeles
"Since my room faced the street, I was awoken by gunshots, loud music, and cars going over a pothole in the middle of the road."
Reviewed on 2026/6/11
Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica
Hollywood
Hollywood is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios. See more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station.
Downtown Los Angeles
Enjoy the great live music in Downtown Los Angeles. Crypto.com Arena is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more of Los Angeles.
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 neighborhood.
Koreatown
Travelers choose Koreatown for its ample 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.
