Places to stay in Santa Monica, California
We currently have 48 accommodations in and around Santa Monica. There are also other regional listings available for Hotels, Campsites, B&B's and other properties. You can filter these listings by the available types.
It's easy to see why Santa Monica is considered the first choice for a Southern California beach vacation. This seaside city blends the charm and appeal of a coastal getaway with an unforgettable beach and the sophistication of an urban center - a magnetic combination. Local restaurants include Esters Wine Shop & Bar, Cassia, Tar & Roses, and Solidarity Restaurant.
If you are travelling in the area, Santa Monica is located close to Universal City Studios, Etz Jacob Synagogue, City of Santa Monica Fire Department Station 1 Headquarters, Van Nuys Middle School and Hermosa Beach City Hall.
Known for its healthy lifestyle, Santa Monica is situated in a compact, walkable 8.3 square miles. This environment- and pedestrian-friendly city also boasts one of the most respected public transportation systems in the nation, making the entire city easily accessible and convenient, even without a vehicle. Additionally, the city's world-famous beach and bike trail offer a vast assortment of outdoor recreation and activities.
The center of Santa Monica ( which is at is longitude -118°29'34.8 and latitude 34°1'9.12 ) is located 3 miles away from Venice, 4 miles away from Marina Del Rey, 6 miles away from Culver City and 7 miles away from Beverly Hills.
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Chulita ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 533 Rose Avenue, Los Angeles, 2 miles from the center of Santa Monica. Chulita is an Alta California-style modern Mexican restaurant and mezcal / tequila bar in the heart of Venice, bringing botanas y mezcales, or Mexican drinking food, to Rose Avenue.
chulita.com
I. Cugini ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1501 Ocean Avenue. Almost half of our restaurant consists of a space designed to resemble a seaside patio like one might find on the Amalfi coast of Italy. The interior features vaulted ceilings, parquet wood floors, terrazzo marble countertops and a huge mural depicting an old trattoria in Italy from the 1920's. Columns are used instead of walls to separate the different rooms: a bar area, center dining room and back dining room. The focal point of the center dining room is a central fish boning station. Also worth noting is a gorgeous bar that showcases our extensive wine and grappa selection.
Monday - Thursday from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm
Friday - Saturday from 11:30 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday Brunch Served from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Dinner Served 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm
All major credit cards are accepted. Convenient valet parking is available.
www.icugini.com
Stella Barra Pizzeria & Wine Bar ( Dining / Pizza ). Located at 2000 Main Street. Stella Barra Pizzeria & Wine Bar is an artisanal pizzeria with an eclectic menu inspired by the idea of simple, honest cooking. Chef Ben Goodnick have developed a network of farms and purveyors to supply the restaurant with fresh-milled, 100% California flour for handcrafted dough, and sustainably farmed organic produce, meats and cheeses.
www.stellabarra.com
The Albright ( Dining / Other ). Located at 258 Santa Monica Pier. The Albright is a nautical knot that ties together generations of a local family business. SM Pier Seafood first opened in 1977, today husband and wife duo - Yunnie & Greg Morena are at the helm of the Pier mainstay. Preserving the original character, they modernized the vibe providing a relaxed seaside setting and unique compliment to the iconic Pier. The delicious menu reflects their commitment to sustainable seafood, locally sourced ingredients and extensive craft beer and California wine program.
thealbright.com
Meat On Ocean ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 1501 Ocean Avenue. Our dry-aged meats are aged for 30, 45, 60, 90 and 120 days in a temperature / humidity-controlled room, lined with pink Himalayan salt bricks. The result? Steaks with extraordinarily bold flavors and buttery textures. Check out the aging process in this video.
www.meatonocean.com
Drago ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 2628 Wilshire Boulevard. Celestino Drago's restaurants create authentic Italian cuisine for any occasion. Includes catering information, menus, maps, recipes and reviews for Drago in Santa Monica, Enoteca Drago in Beverly Hills and Dolce Forno Bakery in Culver City.
www.celestinodrago.com
Renamed properties
- Sandbourne Santa Monica at 1740 Ocean Avenue may have been previously known as Le Merigot - A Jw Marriott Beach Hotel And Spa
- Sea Blue Hotel at 1670 Ocean Avenue may have been previously known as Hotel California Santa Monica
- Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica Hotel at 530 Pico Boulevard may have been previously known as Sheraton Delfina Hotel
- Gateway Hotel Santa Monica at 1920 Santa Monica Boulevard may have been previously known as Best Western Gateway Hotel Santa Monica
- Fairmont Miramar Hotel And Bungalows at 101 Wilshire Boulevard may have been previously known as The Fairmont Miramar Hotel Santa Monica
- Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites at 1707 Fourth Street may have been previously known as Doubletree Guest Suites
- Ocean View Hotel at 1447 Ocean Avenue may have been previously known as Best Western Ocean View Hotel
- SureStay Hotel at 3102 Pico Boulevard may have been previously known as Travelodge
- The Georgian Hotel at 1415 Ocean Avenue may have been previously known as Georgian Hotel
- Wyndham Santa Monica At The Pier at 120 Colorado Avenue may have been previously known as Holiday Inn