Downtown Santa Monica
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
This beachside playground has been a local favourite for more than a hundred years.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can do some window-shopping 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.
Pacific Park
Bring the children to Pacific Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme 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 care-free afternoon at Original Muscle Beach during your travels in Santa Monica? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
The Ultimate LA Tour: Full Day Sightseeing Tour On Electric Bike
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
The Pierside Santa Monica
Yes room was very clean and staff was nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Carmel
Clean room, friendly staff, great rate.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Ocean View Hotel
Staff should noc
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Eden
Staff was warm and inviting - I arrived early and they got the room ready asap without it being a problem. I stayed in the top suite, the view was amazing - and the room was spotless. If Santa Monica area is your destination, you can’t go wrong with The Eden.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Room was clean and hotel was easy to access. Food was pricey in the restaurant but service was excellent.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Great room, very quiet, and the lobby was having a pumpkin carving contest.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/Sepulved Station or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
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
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
