Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
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.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Hotel Carmel
"Second time staying there. Staff was nice except for one man who got angry because we had a blanket in the hall while we were sweeping out our room. Other than that it was nice. Wish they had at the least a microwave in the room."
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
"Hilton Santa Monica guest services , amenities and over all experience was awesome ! It’s clean and hygienic !"
Reviewed on 2026/6/3
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Honestly staying here was the best decision close to the metro and close to the airport hotel was very clean and gorgeous the sleep I had in this hotel was phenomenal would 10/10 recommend"
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Ok"
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Hotel Burbank
"Staff wrote wrong # for hotel room, had to go down twice to desk to resolve. Sheets were warn and nubby. Other than that staff nice and room clean."
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Loews Hollywood Hotel
"A beautiful hotel and I love the fact it’s so close to the Hollywood bowl!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/4
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 Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion 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.
Hollywood Hills
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Bowl or Runyon Canyon Park.
