Downtown Santa Monica

Los Angeles

A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset.
A busy pier with a Ferris wheel, a parking lot full of cars, and a beach in the background.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and modern buildings, including a hotel and shops.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with people walking along it.
A pier with a Ferris wheel and a roller coaster at sunset.

Stay near popular Downtown Santa Monica attractions

A large Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a kite in the sky at a theme park.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/10 (10,272 reviews)
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
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Things to do

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood and Beverly Hills!

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches & More!

RM404
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches & More!
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim

RM359
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim
Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium

Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium

RM1,218
per adult
Los Angeles Rams Football Game at SoFi Stadium
Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

RM209
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour

Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour

RM159
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket

RM102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
1707 4th St Santa Monica CA
The price is RM1,035 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
RM1,035
RM1,222 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Ocean View Hotel

Ocean View Hotel

3 out of 5
1447 Ocean Ave Santa Monica CA
The price is RM771 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
RM771
RM1,059 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Ocean View Hotel
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
The price is RM622 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
RM622
RM865 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is RM569 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
RM569
RM662 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is RM865 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
RM865
RM1,148 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,601 reviews)
"Decor of the room is outdated"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is RM539 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM539
RM627 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,960 reviews)
"For a hotel near a major airport, I felt the restaurant choices/offerings were somewhat inadequate, as well as restricted lounge hours."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Monica

Find the best Downtown Santa Monica areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling Las Vegas street with illuminated signs, palm trees, and historic architecture.

Hollywood

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sunset Strip and Hollywood Palladium.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated skyscrapers and a sunset sky.

Downtown Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

A row of tall, ornate street lamps with white globes, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

A green sign with 'KOREATOWN' in white letters, a red lantern, and a traditional roof.

Koreatown

Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.

The Hollywood sign on a hill with a clear blue sky.
Photo by Paco Garzón
Open Photo by Paco Garzón

Hollywood Hills

You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Bowl or Runyon Canyon Park.

Downtown Santa Monica