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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

Luxury Quadruple Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV

1. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
3.0 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Danielle
The price is ￥24,651
￥28,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Sea Shore Motel
Aerial view

2. 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, (932 reviews)
"Great folks at the front desk who were very helpful throughout our stay at this iconic motel."
United States
Hugh
The price is ￥38,246
￥45,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Lincoln Inn

Lincoln Inn
2.0 star property
Venice
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,506 reviews)
"Good location and bang for the buck."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥21,535
￥24,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Lincoln Inn
Standard Single Room | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, microwave, freezer

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

Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
2.5 star property
Del Rey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Jeff was super chill and helpful. Room was clean and decent distance to Venice beach. Would stay again."
United States
Mia
The price is ￥20,802
￥23,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
2.0 star property
Clarkdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
miranda
The price is ￥21,661
￥24,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
Exterior

6. VILLA BRASIL MOTEL

VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
2.0 star property
Del Rey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"This is our 2nd time staying here and we look forward to coming back! Great ambiance and great location."
United States
Krina
The price is ￥23,361
￥31,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (507 reviews)
"Great place to stay and felt safe and super clean"
United States
Rigo
The price is ￥16,565
￥18,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Seaway Motel
Lobby

8. 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, (8,963 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were friendly."
United States
Robin
The price is ￥10,964
￥12,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was clean and our over the night stay was smooth at the property."
Canada
Aparna
The price is ￥12,908
￥14,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Crestridge Inn
WiFi (free)

10. Galaxyinn

Galaxyinn
2.5 star property
Clarkdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (487 reviews)
"If your traveling on a budget this place has all you need"
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥19,111
￥21,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Galaxyinn
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It was nice place to stay at"
United States
Maira
The price is ￥13,356
￥15,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Geneva Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2,845 reviews)
"It was a ok stay for a few nights, be mindful of being close to the airport you can hear the planes"
United States
elizabeth
The price is ￥17,366
￥19,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually decorated

13. 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, (1,430 reviews)
"Front desk staff was great."
United States
Jorge
The price is ￥12,613
￥14,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Seaside Motel

Seaside Motel
2.0 star property
North Redondo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Priscilla
The price is ￥14,191
￥16,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Seaside Motel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Economy Inn LAX

Economy Inn LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Enjoyed my Stay"
United States
Nakayla
The price is ￥14,114
￥16,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Economy Inn LAX
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

16. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable!"
United States
Christine
The price is ￥18,093
￥20,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

17. Hi View Inn & Suites

Hi View Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
East Manhattan Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay and staff! Really enjoyed it"
United States
Sylvia
The price is ￥20,546
￥23,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hi View Inn & Suites
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, soundproofing

18. El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios

El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
2.5 star property
Studio City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very kind and accommodating! Great place to stay when you're planning on going to Universal Studios!"
United States
Jasmine Rose
The price is ￥20,099
￥26,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
Exclusive Single Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Colony Motel

Colony Motel
2.5 star property
Gramercy Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and staff are friendly. Will definitely go back again"
United States
Arwa
The price is ￥18,645
￥21,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Colony Motel
Grand Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
2.0 star property
Tree Section
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (229 reviews)
"Great value in a great location. Room was very clean and staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Patrick
The price is ￥17,211
￥20,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay."
Amita 1-night trip
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Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
7,132
Accommodation
185 Motels
Lowest Price
￥12,685
Highest Price
￥45,054

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, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach.
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. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: Central Santa Monica is 14.7 mi (23.7 km) away. Free WiFi, laundry facilities, and conference space are available during your stay. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle.
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: Palisades Park, Venice Beach Boardwalk, and Original Muscle Beach. 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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