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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, (889)
"Wonderful location. Easy check-in, very friendly front desk staff. Our room was spotless! Very nice assortment of all the necessary toiletries. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
deborah
The price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Staff was super friendly, the small cafe connected to the building was amazing. Location is absolutely perfect. "
United States
Kaitlyn
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Sea Shore Motel

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, (8323)
"This property is convenient for dining options, the staff is also friendly."
United States
Camille
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.0 star property
Bell
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24)
"I like the renovation on the rooms just no shampoo "
United States
Fernando
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Casablanca Inn

Motel 6 Carson, CA

Motel 6 Carson, CA
2.0 star property
Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1377)
"Clean room, very comfortable bed, friendly staff, easy check in. Room was decently priced for that weekend."
United States
Darlene
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Motel 6 Carson, CA

Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn
2.5 star property
Harbor City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Mike is the absolute best. He was very polite I arrived early and was still able to check in with no problem. I absolutely love the bleach smell with new sheets. I had a few problems with the first room I was in Mike was so polite and responded with urgency he put me in a new room as soon as the cleaning was done. I will always come back here !! And microwave and refrigerator actually works !!!! Thanks Mike you are truly golden !!!"
United States
Jayla
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Harbor Inn

Diamond Bell Inn & Suites

Diamond Bell Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Bell
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"I really like this property to stay I would really recommend it to people to stay."
United States
Adriana
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Diamond Bell Inn & Suites

Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Staff was friendly and room was very clean"
United States
Oscar
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Crestridge Inn

Sakura Inn

Sakura Inn
2.5 star property
Somerset
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1060)
"Easy access, free parking and great staff!"
United States
Sharon
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sakura Inn

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
2.0 star property
Agoura Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1899)
"Clean room, quiet at night, and close to restaurants- highly recommend 👍"
United States
Esaul
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Granada Inn

Granada Inn
2.0 star property
Granada Hills North
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United States
Randolph
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Granada Inn

Studio 6 Suites Lawndale, CA – South Bay

Studio 6 Suites Lawndale, CA – South Bay
3.0 star property
Lawndale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1018)
"The room was clean and spacious. Staff was friendly, and the location was great and quiet."
United States
Robyn
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Studio 6 Suites Lawndale, CA – South Bay

Vagabond Inn Glendale

Vagabond Inn Glendale
2.0 star property
Pacific - Edison
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (825)
"Very courteous and helpful staff."
United States
Leon
Vagabond Inn Glendale

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2544)
"Wonderful stay overall. The hotel is in a great area close to the airport, check-in was quick and easy, and the rooms were very clean and comfortable."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Motel 6 Bell Gardens, CA - Los Angeles

Motel 6 Bell Gardens, CA - Los Angeles
2.0 star property
Bell Gardens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (22)
"Always a great stay here"
United States
William
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Motel 6 Bell Gardens, CA - Los Angeles

Driftwood Motel

Driftwood Motel
2.0 star property
Torrance
7.4 out of 10, Good, (29)
"AMAZING staff!"
United States
Shauna
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Driftwood Motel

Studio 6 Carson, CA

Studio 6 Carson, CA
2.0 star property
Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1154)
"Rooms are always clean ,and is friendly and courteous..."
United States
Regan
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Studio 6 Carson, CA

Maywood Inn

Maywood Inn
2.0 star property
Maywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (618)
"Quiet, clean. Staff was excellent. I will be staying again."
United States
David
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Maywood Inn

Carlo Motel

Carlo Motel
2.0 star property
Commerce
7.0 out of 10, Good, (87)
"Breakfast near by "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Carlo Motel

Casa Valentine Inn - Los Angeles

Casa Valentine Inn - Los Angeles
2.0 star property
Florence
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Casa Valentine Inn - Los Angeles
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Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
23,839
Accommodation
169 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$107
Highest Price
AU$340

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Monica?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santa Monica has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Monica?
These are some of our customers' favourite motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX is located 14.3 km from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay. Central Santa Monica is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and conference space. Located 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Lincoln Inn: Central Santa Monica is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Studio 6 Carson, CA: 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Santa Monica?
In this walkable area, enjoy its popular beaches 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, Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. 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: Ocean Avenue, Pacific Park and Heal the Bay Aquarium.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Monica?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 274 mm.
What are my options for getting around Santa Monica while 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) away. You can also search for flights into Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. You can access metro transport at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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