Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset.
A busy pier with a Ferris wheel, a parking lot full of cars, and a beach in the background.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and modern buildings, including a hotel and shops.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with people walking along it.
A pier with a Ferris wheel and a roller coaster at sunset.

Stay near popular Downtown Santa Monica attractions

A beach with people walking and playing in the water, palm trees, and buildings in the background.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/10 (10,272 reviews)
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
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Activities

LA with Starline Bus

City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes

AU$72
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
3 Hour Los Angeles Tour

Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

AU$77
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops
Hollywood Celebrity & Star Homes Self-Guided Driving Tour

Hollywood Celebrity & Star Homes: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

AU$28
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Hollywood Celebrity & Star Homes: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium

Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium

AU$109
per adult
Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

AU$123
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Los Angeles: Sunset Sailing

Los Angeles: Sunset Sailing

AU$209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Sunset Sailing
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Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals

Ocean View Hotel

Ocean View Hotel

3 out of 5
1447 Ocean Ave Santa Monica CA
The price is AU$414 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$414
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Ocean View Hotel
The Eden

The Eden

4 out of 5
1301 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica CA
The price is AU$541 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$541
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
The Eden
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$312 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$312
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,183 reviews)
"This hotel is one of the best we have stayed at. Very quiet and convenient with a great breakfast menu."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$200 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$200
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,249 reviews)
"Concierge were helpful for your city site tours"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$437 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$437
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,564 reviews)
"Really pleased with the location and service. room was spacious and close to a mall for all necessities! Parking convenient too. $25 per day but no coming in and out."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is AU$294 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$294
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,930 reviews)
"A really nice location an excellent hotel. The food was a bit expensive but actually quite good. A very nice pool but unfortunately no Jacuzzi or whirlpool I would give it a 9.3 on a scale of 10 staff was helpful and generally friendly."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling Las Vegas street with illuminated signs, palm trees, and historic architecture.

Hollywood

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sunset Strip and Hollywood Palladium.

A city skyline with tall buildings and palm trees.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

A row of tall, ornate street lamps with white globes, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A green sign with 'KOREATOWN' in white letters, a red lantern, and a traditional roof.

Koreatown

Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

A crowded beach with people and umbrellas, and waves crashing onto the shore.

Westchester

You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Lucky Strike Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to see more of the city.

Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide

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