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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a telephone. There is a kitchen area visible through an open door.

1. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
3.0 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"I can't wait to go back."
United States
Robert
The price is ￥25,329
￥29,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sea Shore Motel
An aerial view of a coastal city with a pier extending into the ocean, featuring a large Ferris wheel and a ship docked at the pier's end.

2. Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (955 reviews)
"Room was clean, close to pier/beach, parking was the only complaint. Small and narrow parking spots."
United States
Edgar
The price is ￥31,476
￥37,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
A modern hotel room with a teal sofa, a wooden floor, a round table, and a desk with a lamp.

3. Lincoln Inn

Lincoln Inn
2.0 star property
Venice
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,603 reviews)
"had a great time in LA. good ppl and felt like i was at home."
United States
Rosendo
The price is ￥21,859
￥24,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Lincoln Inn
A colorful building with outdoor seating and a large yellow umbrella.

4. VILLA BRASIL MOTEL

VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
2.0 star property
Del Rey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and the staff was lovely ♥️"
United States
Kennadi
The price is ￥24,694
￥33,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with white linens, a ceiling fan, and framed artwork on the walls.

5. Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice

Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
2.5 star property
Del Rey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (620 reviews)
"Great very comfy and 5 minute bus ride from beach"
United States
Marvin
The price is ￥19,420
￥22,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

6. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,927 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great staff !!"
United States
Giovanna
The price is ￥16,513
￥18,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a chair.

7. 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, (9,000 reviews)
"Nice & affordable place to stay at if you stay is short!"
United States
Ariana
The price is ￥10,868
￥12,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a sign for 'METRO cafe'.

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
2.0 star property
Clarkdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay! Big room, quiet, nice staff. Having the restaurant right downstairs was amazing."
United States
Greggory
The price is ￥20,704
￥23,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

9. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
2.0 star property
Agoura Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,710 reviews)
"Great stay for a day!"
United States
Tolanda
The price is ￥12,772
￥14,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a small seating area.

10. Galaxyinn

Galaxyinn
2.5 star property
Clarkdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (497 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
ferydoun
The price is ￥18,979
￥21,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Galaxyinn
A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a nightstand with a phone, and wall-mounted lighting.

11. Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,391 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥12,525
￥14,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

12. Seaside Motel

Seaside Motel
2.0 star property
North Redondo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very kind staff and great stay!"
United States
Ethan James
The price is ￥10,770
￥12,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Seaside Motel
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a tiled wall.

13. Flamingo Motel

Flamingo Motel
North Hollywood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"It was a great experience clean rooms, Polite front desk people,"
United States
Juan
The price is ￥18,823
￥21,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Flamingo Motel
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, a window with curtains, and a dark headboard.

14. Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
2.0 star property
Tree Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"great location...."
United States
Connie
The price is ￥17,099
￥20,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a ceiling mural.

15. Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The place is clean and affordable. I will definitely stay here again in the future."
United States
Isaac
The price is ￥14,174
￥16,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Geneva Motel
The entrance to El Royale Gardens with a sign above the entrance and a parking area with directional arrows.

16. El Royale Gardens Near Universal Studios

El Royale Gardens Near Universal Studios
2.5 star property
Studio City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay we will continue to book in the future"
United States
Sandy
The price is ￥16,666
￥26,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
El Royale Gardens Near Universal Studios
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a door.

17. Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (533 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Steven
The price is ￥15,301
￥17,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Seaway Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

18. Economy Inn LAX

Economy Inn LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (423 reviews)
"Clean room convenient location"
United States
Celeste
The price is ￥13,708
￥15,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Economy Inn LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small plant.

19. Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,034 reviews)
"Good place to stay for 1 or 2 nights."
United States
Hugo
The price is ￥12,811
￥14,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Crestridge Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset over water, and two bedside lamps.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
2.0 star property
Inglewood
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was very nice . The shower pressure was great and powerful, the bed was very comfortable many pillows. The breakfast has a variety you can choose from. The room was clean my overall experience I loved it I will go back again."
United States
Kimberley
The price is ￥16,671
￥19,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
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Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
12,279
Accommodation
191 Motels
Lowest Price
￥12,170
Highest Price
￥37,248

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Monica?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy all that Santa Monica has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Monica?
Here are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Sea Shore Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Santa Monica is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away. Motel 6 Carson, CA: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: Central Santa Monica is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a soaking tub. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as room amenities like air conditioning.
What can I do in Santa Monica?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside 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, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. 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: Pacific Park, Heal the Bay Aquarium, and Annenberg Community Beach House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Monica?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 11 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Monica when 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) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transit at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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