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A beachside patio with white wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and multiple seating areas.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

1. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.7 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Richard

￥148,774

￥190,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The entrance of a hotel with an ornate canopy and a large sign for 'HUNTLEY SANTA MONICA BEACH'.

A dining area with a view of the sea and a cityscape, featuring a table set for two with champagne and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large tree.

A modern living room with a skylight, white furniture, and decorative plants.

2. The Huntley Hotel

Wilshire Montana, 0.6 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

vito

￥46,707

￥63,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and greenery.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the beach, and a calm sea in the background.

A spacious living room with a view of the beach, featuring a round wooden table, two sofas, and a cabinet with glass doors.

3. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica, 1 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Charles

￥98,627

￥126,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the beach and a Ferris wheel in the background.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, a staircase, and multiple potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A dining area with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the beach and pier.

4. Casa Del Mar

Ocean Park, 1.1 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Michele

￥93,561

￥120,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a beach.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a lamp, and a view of the sea.

A pier with a Ferris wheel and a beach in the background.

A room with a sofa, a coffee table, a telescope, a bed, and a blue door.

5. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Amy

￥57,627

￥75,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sign reading "SANTA MONICA," and a "Messages" sign on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue walls, and contemporary furniture.

A brick building with a white door and arched windows.

6. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.2 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Yvette

￥16,328

￥18,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A compact kitchen with a glass-top table, wicker chairs, a black cabinet, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a street with a motel sign and buildings in the background.

A pink building with a registration sign, a blue sports car, and a convertible on a trailer.

7. Sea Shore Motel

Ocean Park, 1.9 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Inci

￥23,617

￥27,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A sunlit indoor space with a pool, lounge chairs, a sofa, and various potted plants.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and large potted plants.

An aerial view of a courtyard with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a large palm tree, seating areas, and a modern design.

8. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.9 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Gina

￥82,188

￥105,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern outdoor seating area with a central glass coffee table, a wooden log fire pit, and surrounding plants.

A reception area with a marble wall, a desk with a computer, a plant, and a bench.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and a view of the outdoor garden.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

9. The Ambrose

Mid-City, 2.4 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Carol

￥39,300

￥51,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a sign reading "Oceana," and a staircase with candles.

The entrance of the Oceana hotel with a reception desk, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large glass door.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large fireplace, and a view of the outdoor area through large windows.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa set, and a view of the ocean.

10. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Wilshire Montana, 1.1 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

catharine

￥103,830

￥130,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A wooden front door with a number "219" above it, flanked by two potted plants.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and wooden flooring.

11. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Santa Monica Canyon, 2.5 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Patti

￥50,854

￥58,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A sunlit porch with potted plants and a white couch.

A group of people engaged in a yoga session outdoors, with exercise mats and personal items on the ground.

A dining area with a glass table, wooden chairs, a white brick fireplace, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Aliza Hotel

3.1 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

suzanne

￥35,688

￥40,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A balcony with two chairs, a table with a fruit platter, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A hotel room with a view of the beach, a window with blinds, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

A spacious living area with a large round coffee table, a sofa set, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

13. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.2 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

somkait

￥33,652

￥45,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, balconies, and a modern design.

A spacious atrium with multiple floors, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large potted plants and trees.

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton property.

14. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.9 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Vanessa

￥38,604

￥45,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern lounge area with a wooden partition, seating arrangements, and a large potted plant.

A poolside area with sun loungers, a table with chairs, and a white umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of palm trees.

15. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.4 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Timothy

￥33,205

￥47,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, illuminated signage, and a visible exit sign.

A balcony with a table set for two, featuring a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a dessert plate.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, and a view of palm trees and sunset.

A beach view with palm trees and a building with a modern design.

16. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Jeffrey Michael

￥49,409

￥66,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop lounge with lounge chairs and tables, string lights, and a sunset view.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pergola with white curtains, and a white building in the background.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, a fruit bowl, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious dining area with a central table, multiple chairs, hanging plants, and a view of the outdoors.

17. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.2 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Jess

￥44,834

￥60,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop terrace with sun loungers and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a view of the city through the window.

A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, a squat rack, and weight machines.

The Gateway Hotel Santa Monica with a clear view of its exterior signage and architectural design.

18. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Mid-City, 2.3 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Patrick

￥32,199

￥37,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear blue pool, and a building with balconies.

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by potted plants and a large window.

A modern interior with a long bar, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

19. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

Matthew

￥67,861

￥84,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink. There is a bed in the adjacent room.

A modern kitchen with a built-in coffee machine, a mini-fridge with beverages, and a window with blinds.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Ocean Park Inn" and multiple flags.

A modern hotel lobby with a large TV, a bench, a plant, and a sign for Ocean Park in Santa Monica.

20. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park, 1.9 km from Santa Monica Visitor Center

artan

￥23,283

￥27,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Monica Visitor Center

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG	9.8 Exceptional 86 reviews	View
The Huntley Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 2,704 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	9.4 Exceptional 797 reviews	View
Casa Del Mar	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	9.4 Exceptional 420 reviews	View

Top Santa Monica Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks for the bar servers, I asked for a hot water & willing to pay, they gave me with no charge with a free orange juice too, wonderful service, thank you."

The Huntley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property, well appointed rooms, comfortable bed, clean. Upstairs bar is wonderful!"

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"The bunk beds were not bad I was out most of the time so I didn'tind sleeping around other strangers but it was a unique experience."

Shore Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for a couple of days, had a great experience! We arrived early and received a complimentary room upgrade which was very kind! We were welcomed with drinks and great service! All of the staff were very polite and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!"

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

8/10 Good

"Great location!!!"

Hotel Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk staff were very helpful and welcoming, making both the check-in and check-out processes very quick and simple--as well as supplying little things such as extra towels. The property itself was nice, and the room was clean and organized."

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The entire staff was proactive and polite."

Other attractions near Santa Monica Visitor Center

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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A city street lined with historic buildings and modern architecture, with a clear blue sky and distant mountains.

Third Street Promenade

8.8/10 (2,727 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A beach at sunset with a pier and amusement park in the background.

Santa Monica Place

8.8/10 (1,347 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Camera Obscura

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Santa Monica with a visit to Camera Obscura. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center

You can take time to visit Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center during your travels to Santa Monica.

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Santa Monica Farmers Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santa Monica Farmers Market during your visit to Santa Monica.

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Harvelle's

Harvelle's is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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City Garage Theatre

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at City Garage Theatre during your stay in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Monica Visitor Center?

Santa Monica Visitor Center is located in a welcoming area of Santa Monica known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 121 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Monica Visitor Center?

Adjacent to Santa Monica Visitor Center, Ocean View Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a cafe and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Fairmont Miramar Hotel and The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Monica Visitor Center?

Expedia has 121 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Monica Visitor Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Monica Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Santa Monica Visitor Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Monica Visitor Center?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Santa Monica Visitor Center, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Santa Monica Visitor Center?

Hammer Museum, Getty Center, and California Heritage Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Marina Beach and Will Rogers State Historic Park highlight some of the local culture. You can check out the local talent at The Venice West, City Garage Theatre, and The Acting Studio at Edgemar.

How can I get to Santa Monica Visitor Center?

Head over to Downtown Santa Monica Station to catch metro transit. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Santa Monica Visitor Center hotels

1. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

2. The Huntley Hotel

3. Shutters on the Beach

4. Casa Del Mar

5. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

6. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

7. Sea Shore Motel

8. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

9. The Ambrose

10. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

11. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

12. Aliza Hotel

13. Ocean View Hotel

14. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

15. The Pierside Santa Monica

16. Shore Hotel

17. The Eden

18. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

19. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

20. Ocean Park Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Monica Visitor Center

Top Santa Monica Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

The Huntley Hotel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Shore Hotel

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Hotel Carmel

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Other attractions near Santa Monica Visitor Center

Santa Monica Beach

Third Street Promenade

Santa Monica Place

Camera Obscura

Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Harvelle's

City Garage Theatre

Frequently asked questions