What is Santa Monica like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and art galleries, Santa Monica offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.

What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in Santa Monica?

Viceroy Santa Monica is a top 4-star beach hotel offering 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi, located within a short 2-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel .

How many beach hotels can I expect to find in Santa Monica?

Choose from one of Expedia's 68 hotels in Santa Monica for your beachside break.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Monica?

You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Santa Monica: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 12 inches.

What is there to see and do around Santa Monica?

After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Monica has to offer. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Venice Beach or Venice Beach Boardwalk for a relaxing day by the water. Experience the area's art galleries and live music, and make time for local attractions like Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. Other things to see and do in the area are Santa Monica Place and Third Street Promenade.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Monica?

This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Monica with ease. Make your way to Santa Monica with a flight to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), the closest major airport which is located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the city center. You can walk to nearby metro stations including 17th Street/SMC Station, Downtown Santa Monica Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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Shore Hotel

1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA

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4.3/5 Excellent! (963 reviews)

"Everything about our 5 day stay was incredible. The staff are fantastic, the hotel is extremely clean and the room design was perfect. We walked across the street to the pier a couple of times and walked to several restaurants, as well as the 3rd street promenade. The only times we drove were to ..."

Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2021

Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel

1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4.3/5 Excellent! (950 reviews)

"Easy walk to beach and a lot of other fun activities and restaurants would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2021

Georgian Hotel

1415 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4.3/5 Excellent! (941 reviews)

"Enjoyed the closeness to the ocean and walking distance to restaurants and shops."

Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2021

The Huntley Hotel

1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

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4.3/5 Excellent! (965 reviews)

"Incredible experience and beautiful room and property. Staff was wonderful and professional. Throughly enjoyed the stay!"

Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2021

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

3102 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

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4.2/5 Excellent! (973 reviews)

"just clean and comfy near work!"

Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2021

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

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4.2/5 Excellent! (971 reviews)

"Very upscale, well- kept property, excellent amenities, great location, friendly, professional and responsive staff, all around great experience. A little pricey, but consistent with 5-star status. I'd go back and refer to others!"

Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2021

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA

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4.2/5 Excellent! (977 reviews)

"Great location. Clean. Staff just okay. Parking valet service very good and convenient ."

Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2021

Viceroy Santa Monica

1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA

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4.2/5 Very Good! (991 reviews)

"Great hotel, really nice staff and beautiful outdoor space."

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2021

JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot

1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4.2/5 Very Good! (991 reviews)

"Excellent"

Reviewed on Nov. 8, 2021

Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica

530 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

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4.1/5 Very Good! (983 reviews)

"Good quality"

Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2021

Ocean View Hotel

1447 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4.1/5 Very Good! (972 reviews)

"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2021

Comfort Inn Santa Monica - West Los Angeles

2815 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

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4/5 Very Good! (974 reviews)

"Good for the price and location"

Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2021

Hotel Shangri La Santa Monica

1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4/5 Very Good! (994 reviews)

"It is an older Hotel but the rooms are very nice. A balcony would be nice, because the view from the room is beautiful. The staff is super nice and very helpful. We definitely will stay there again."

Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2021

Bayside Hotel

2001 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA

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4/5 Very Good! (978 reviews)

"The location was good - right on the beach."

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2021

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA

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4/5 Very Good! (973 reviews)

"Rooms were updated and the hotel was clean. Staff was extremely nice."

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2021

Palm Motel

2020 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA

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3.8/5 Good! (987 reviews)

"Perfect for what we needed. A place to sleep since we had to vacate apartment for a few days due to workers refinishing bathtub. Cute motel with many options for sitting outside under umbrellas."

Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2021

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

1667 Ocean Avenue Suite 1000, Santa Monica, CA

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3.8/5 Good! (534 reviews)

"Herman and staff was amazing. Very accommodating and helpful. My family felt comfortable and assisted with parking, room needs and tips for what to do and where to eat in town."

Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2021