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 Encino Urgent Care Medical Center, HVDC Pacific DC Intertie - Overhead electrode line terminal at Southern California Edison Malibu Substation, Buford Elementary School, Dry Canyon and Centinela Hospital Medical Center.
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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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
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
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
Fig Tree Cafe ( Dining / Other ). Located at 429 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, 2 miles from the center of Santa Monica. Fig Tree has always been a neighborhood classic, family-owned and serving our community since 1978. Today, we have reimagined it with a feel and flavor driven by our Latin roots and our love for the Pacific coastline. Inspired by our lives in South America, where the farms often nuzzle up against the sea, and by our home, Venice, we’ve peeled back the rind and recreated Fig Tree. For good food, good drink, and good company, we invite you to sit on our patio and feel the ocean breeze.
figtreevenice.com
Tumbi Craft Indian Kitchen ( Dining / Indian ). Located at 115 Santa Monica Boulevard. TŪMBI is a modern Indian restaurant and bar in the heart of Santa Monica. Drawing from the extravagant flavors and artistry of India’s cultural heritage, TŪMBI takes Modern Indian cuisine to the next level with an innovative menu that combines authentic Indian street food with haute cuisine. Owner, RJ Singh and Chef Ram Krishna Naidu take guests on a journey throughout India offering an array of robust flavors, spices, fresh ingredients and inspired dishes that celebrate the best of each region. The intimate space, designed by AKAR studios, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with an ultra-chic vibe. Open daily for dinner. TŪMBI offers a rotating beer and wine list as well as Indian sodas, coffee and tea.
tumbibar.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