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 Sisters of Social Service Novitiate, Terminal 3, West Wilshire Recreation Center, West Valley Park and Clyde Woodworth Elementary School.

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 Link

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 Link

Barrique ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 796 Main Street, Venice, 3 miles from the center of Santa Monica. Barrique's authentic Italian restaurant features an exquisite selection of unique dishes that are sure to satisfy our taste buds. Every dish is made according to age-old family recipes, using the best ingredients and equipment for Italy's traditional taste. Our homemade pastas, paired with fresh fish and wild game is one of our specialties. italianrestaurantvenice.com Link

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 Link

The Anchor ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 235 Main Street, Venice, 2 miles from the center of Santa Monica. Located in Venice Beach, The Anchor brings you the finest, freshest, and best seafood the area has to offer. theanchorvenice.com Link

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 Link

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