Luxury Hotels & Resorts in Santa Monica from AU$517

Among the top-rated luxury hotels in Santa Monica, the Regent Santa Monica Beach, Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Santa Monica Proper Hotel are consistently celebrated for their exceptional quality.


The Regent Santa Monica Beach, with a great 10.0 rating, offers a luxurious experience with amenities such as Egyptian cotton sheets, rainfall showerheads, and a beachfront restaurant. Its prime location in a shopping district is also a popular convenience.


The Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts, with a 9.2 rating, provides premium bedding and designer toiletries. Guests frequently praise its gorgeous pool and kind staff.


The Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, also rated 9.2, features Frette Italian sheets and offers 24-hour room service. Reviewers often highlight its comfortable and beautiful rooms, great location, and friendly staff.

The best areas to stay in Santa Monica for luxury hotels are Downtown Santa Monica and North of Montana.


Downtown Santa Monica is the heart of the city's activity, located right on the coast. It's home to the famous Santa Monica Pier, the Third Street Promenade, and many high-end shops and restaurants. Hotels here often boast ocean views and are within walking distance of the beach and major attractions. This area is particularly well-suited for those who appreciate being at the centre of things, with easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment.


North of Montana Avenue offers a more residential feel, providing a serene escape from the busier parts of Santa Monica. This elegant neighbourhood features tree-lined streets, large homes, and boutique shops along Montana Avenue itself. It's a bit further from the immediate beach activities but still offers convenient access to the coastline.

For families seeking luxury hotels in Santa Monica, the Regent Santa Monica Beach, Fairmont Miramar Hotel, and Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection are highly recommended.


The Regent Santa Monica Beach boasts a great 10.0 review rating. This hotel offers a poolside bar and a beachfront restaurant, with rooms featuring deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, ensuring comfort for all ages.


The Fairmont Miramar Hotel, with an 8.4 rating, provides evening entertainment and a poolside bar. Guests frequently praise its excellent service and delicious food, with rooms featuring Frette Italian sheets and designer toiletries. Its location is often described as perfect.


The Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection, rated 9.0, offers premium bedding and room service. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly and amazing staff, along with its great breakfast, making it a comfortable choice for families.

For luxury hotels in Santa Monica offering exceptional pool facilities, consider the Regent Santa Monica Beach, Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, Shutters on the Beach, and Fairmont Miramar Hotel.


The Regent Santa Monica Beach, with a great 10.0 rating, features a magnificent pool area, complemented by premium bedding and beachfront dining.


Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts, a property rated 9.2, offers a gorgeous poolside experience, with a poolside restaurant and the convenience of 24-hour room service.


The Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, also rated 9.2, provides a comfortable and beautiful setting with its outdoor pool, and guests frequently mention the complimentary bikes as a wonderful amenity.


Shutters on the Beach, a hotel with a 9.4 rating, offers a much-loved pool, alongside a beachfront restaurant and excellent service, as highlighted by customers.


The Fairmont Miramar Hotel, with an 8.4 rating, provides a sophisticated outdoor pool area with a poolside bar, and guests consistently praise its great location and excellent staff.

For couples seeking luxury accommodation in Santa Monica, Shutters on the Beach and Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, are highly recommended.


The Shutters on the Beach, with a 9.4 rating, offers a beachfront restaurant and designer toiletries. Customers consistently praise the excellent and friendly staff, as well as the beautiful location.


The Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, an establishment with a 9.2 rating, features champagne service and couples dining options. Reviewers frequently highlight the comfortable and beautiful rooms, and the hotel's superb location.

For travellers seeking top luxury hotels near Third Street Promenade, Casa Del Mar, Shutters on the Beach, Regent Santa Monica Beach, The Georgian Hotel, and Santa Monica Proper Hotel are excellent choices.


The Casa Del Mar, with a 9.4 rating, offers suites with fireplaces and deep soaking bathtubs. Customers frequently praise the fantastic staff, beautiful rooms, and great bar.


Shutters on the Beach, a hotel with a 9.4 rating, is a beachfront property conveniently located within a shopping district. Guests consistently highlight the excellent and friendly staff, beautiful location, and delicious food.


The Regent Santa Monica Beach boasts a superb 10.0 rating and offers a poolside bar and beachfront restaurant. Its amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets and rainfall showerheads.


The Georgian Hotel, with a 9.4 rating, is located within a shopping district. Reviewers frequently praise the attentive and helpful staff, spacious and clean rooms, and wonderful customer service.


Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, is an establishment with a 9.2 rating. It features champagne service, a poolside bar, and Frette Italian sheets. Guests appreciate the comfortable and beautiful rooms, superb location, and complimentary bikes.

The best area to stay for luxury activities and experiences in Santa Monica is along Ocean Avenue and the surrounding streets, particularly leading up to Montana Avenue.


Ocean Avenue itself is a prime location, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Monica Pier. This area is home to many of the city's most exclusive hotels, often featuring high-end dining with ocean vistas. It's great for those who appreciate immediate access to the beach and a refined atmosphere.


Couples looking for a sophisticated getaway will find this area particularly appealing. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Palisades Park bluffs, dine at acclaimed restaurants with sunset views, or indulge in a spa treatment at a luxury hotel. The proximity to the pier also offers a touch of classic Californian charm without compromising on upscale amenities.


For those who enjoy upscale shopping and dining, the area around Montana Avenue, just a short distance north of Ocean Avenue, is an excellent choice. This street is known for its boutique shops, art galleries, and gourmet eateries, offering a more relaxed yet still exclusive atmosphere away from the immediate buzz of the beach.

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