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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a telephone. There is a kitchen area visible through an open door.

1. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
3.0 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean room."
United States
Inci
The price is NT$4,930
NT$5,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Sea Shore Motel
An aerial view of a coastal city with a pier extending into the ocean, featuring a large Ferris wheel and a ship docked at the pier's end.

2. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
7.8 out of 10, Good, (942 reviews)
"Great folks at the front desk who were very helpful throughout our stay at this iconic motel."
United States
Hugh
The price is NT$7,426
NT$8,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
A modern hotel room with a teal sofa, a wooden floor, a round table, and a desk with a lamp.

3. Lincoln Inn

Lincoln Inn
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,534 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Rebeca
The price is NT$3,932
NT$4,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Lincoln Inn
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with white linens, a ceiling fan, and framed artwork on the walls.

4. Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice

Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
2.5 star property
Del Rey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (603 reviews)
"Jeff was super chill and helpful. Room was clean and decent distance to Venice beach. Would stay again."
United States
Mia
The price is NT$3,207
NT$3,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a sign for 'METRO cafe'.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
2.0 star property
Clarkdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
miranda
The price is NT$4,334
NT$4,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
A colorful building with outdoor seating and a large yellow umbrella.

6. VILLA BRASIL MOTEL

VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
2.0 star property
Del Rey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"This was a great experience and I will totally stay at this location on my next work trip to Los Angeles"
United States
Javier
The price is NT$4,087
NT$5,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a small seating area.

7. Galaxyinn

Galaxyinn
2.5 star property
Clarkdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (491 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
ferydoun
The price is NT$3,824
NT$4,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Galaxyinn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a door.

8. Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
The price is NT$3,303
NT$3,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Seaway Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a ceiling mural.

9. Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was nice place to stay at"
United States
Maira
The price is NT$3,035
NT$3,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Geneva Motel
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a large digital screen displaying a cityscape.

10. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
2.0 star property
Arbor Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9,028 reviews)
"Great stay will stay here again."
United States
Angel
The price is NT$2,323
NT$2,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small plant.

11. Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"The room was clean and our over the night stay was smooth at the property."
Canada
Aparna
The price is NT$2,582
NT$2,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Crestridge Inn
A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a nightstand with a phone, and wall-mounted lighting.

12. Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,380 reviews)
The price is NT$2,438
NT$2,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

13. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,864 reviews)
"Perfect location and clean. We really enjoyed staying here!"
United States
Kelli
The price is NT$4,058
NT$4,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a vase with flowers.

14. El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios

El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
2.5 star property
Studio City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room good staff and the best customer service"
United States
JAIME
The price is NT$3,442
NT$4,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Seaside Motel

Seaside Motel
2.0 star property
North Redondo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Decent stay for a night! My only complaint is there was no hot water when I went."
United States
Stephany
The price is NT$2,359
NT$2,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seaside Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Economy Inn LAX

Economy Inn LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (414 reviews)
"Clean room convenient location"
United States
Celeste
The price is NT$3,278
NT$3,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Economy Inn LAX
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, a window with curtains, and a dark headboard.

17. Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
2.0 star property
Tree Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (232 reviews)
"great location...."
United States
Connie
The price is NT$3,585
NT$4,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset over water, and two bedside lamps.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
2.0 star property
Inglewood
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable!"
United States
Christine
The price is NT$3,493
NT$4,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

19. Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX

Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
2.0 star property
Hill Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (483 reviews)
"Good bed comfortable"
United States
Isaias
The price is NT$3,975
NT$4,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave on the counter.

20. Hawthorne Plaza Inn

Hawthorne Plaza Inn
2.0 star property
Hawthorne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Highly recommend!"
United States
Hubert
The price is NT$2,296
NT$2,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hawthorne Plaza Inn
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Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
16,511
Accommodation
191 Motels
Lowest Price
NT$2,572
Highest Price
NT$8,753

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Monica?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy all that Santa Monica has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Monica?
Here are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Sea Shore Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Santa Monica is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away. Motel 6 Carson, CA: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: Central Santa Monica is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a soaking tub. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as room amenities like air conditioning.
What can I do in Santa Monica?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. People who've visited Santa Monica love its shops and local art scene. Some popular places to visit include Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Original Muscle Beach, Venice Beach Boardwalk, and Palisades Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Pacific Park, Heal the Bay Aquarium, and Annenberg Community Beach House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Monica?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Monica to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 11 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Monica when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Santa Monica to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), which is located 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transit at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.