Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Third Street Promenade
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.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Heal the Bay Aquarium
Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Tongva Park
Tongva Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Things to do
Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Admission Ticket
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket
Half Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles from Santa Monica
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
The Pierside Santa Monica
Great hotel with great staff. Friendly and professional
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
The bed was amazing.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Room was spotless. Bed was comfy. Staff was wonderful. Free airport shuttle.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
I always enjoy staying Motel 6 LAX! The location is wonderful, close transit, the rooms are spotless and the staff could not be more welcoming, professional or courteous! Special mention to Jennifer and Treyva for exemplary service!!
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Clean room, awesome gym, friendly staff apart from 1 of the shuttle bus drivers. He was so angry with the world. Must have had a bad day. Still a great stay for us
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
It was nice and close to the airport
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Popular with sunbathers, surfers, and volleyball players, Ocean Park beach offers a beachside path for joggers and bikers, while parks provide playgrounds and picnicking areas. Main Street hosts a weekly farmer's market and features boutiques and restaurants.
West Los Angeles
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Mar Vista
While Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
Brentwood
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Brentwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Getty Center or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
