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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,766 reviews)
"The cleaning staff are the best."
United States
Steve
The price is RM462
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
Lobby

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, (8,880 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Arthur
The price is RM320
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (488 reviews)
"nice quiet ..design is simple, look great"
United States
ye
The price is RM423
RM483 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Seaway Motel
Living area

Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Location was ideal for my visit to Santa Monica."
United States
Steven
The price is RM1,018
RM1,180 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Sea Shore Motel
Aerial view

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, (919 reviews)
"Great folks at the front desk who were very helpful throughout our stay at this iconic motel."
United States
Hugh
The price is RM1,071
RM1,259 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Glendale

Vagabond Inn Glendale
2.0 star property
Pacific - Edison
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed stay, location was convenient"
United States
brianna
The price is RM436
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Vagabond Inn Glendale
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers

Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX

Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
2.0 star property
Hill Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (449 reviews)
"It was close to the beach about 20 min walk good connections for buses to get to the metro and all round a decent place to stay cleaners came round every day."
United Kingdom
Carl
The price is RM546
RM623 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Granada Inn

Granada Inn
2.0 star property
Granada Hills North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was pretty big and clean.the receptionist was very nice and helpful We enjoyed our stay"
United States
Niloofar
The price is RM422
RM481 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Granada Inn
Front of property

Nite Inn - Walking Distance to Universal Studios Hollywood

Nite Inn - Walking Distance to Universal Studios Hollywood
2.5 star property
Studio City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The property is very close to universal studios. There are plenty of places to eat withing walking distance from the Inn. "
United States
joseph
The price is RM710
RM829 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Nite Inn - Walking Distance to Universal Studios Hollywood
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
2.0 star property
Clarkdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, appliances (refrigerator, microwave, a/c) all worked. Just what you want and would hope for at a budget hotel."
United States
Trevor
The price is RM537
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio 6 Carson, CA

Studio 6 Carson, CA
2.0 star property
Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,554 reviews)
"Great staff and very clean hotel"
United States
Shelley
The price is RM379
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Studio 6 Carson, CA
Lobby

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
2.0 star property
Agoura Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,468 reviews)
"It was great stay ."
United States
Wendolym
The price is RM411
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, soundproofing

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 RM583
RM757 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Colony Motel

Colony Motel
2.5 star property
Gramercy Park
The price is RM440
RM501 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Colony Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and peaceful"
United States
Justus
The price is RM406
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Geneva Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms are super nice"
United States
Jesus
The price is RM330
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Crestridge Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
2.0 star property
Tree Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"I had a great experience near to restaurants everything is close."
United States
Rosa
The price is RM591
RM701 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
Desk, free WiFi

Pine Tree Inn

Pine Tree Inn
Exposition Park
2.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"I reserved a non smoke room & was given a smoked room & smelled nasty. I actually got marinated overnight…the sheets had cigarette burns. Bath towels looked dirty. The bathroom was small which was ok but there was small roaches. Ac worked great..they have a nice big tv. If you like that ,then book ! 😵"
United States
Jesus
The price is RM327
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Pine Tree Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, individually decorated

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, (1,377 reviews)
"I've stayed here twice before and enjoyed my stay once again."
United States
Eriks
The price is RM368
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Fly Inn

The Fly Inn
2.5 star property
Lynwood
6.6 out of 10, (272 reviews)
"I recommend for everyone and I will stay here again "
United States
Rithy
The price is RM260
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Fly Inn
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Walking distance to Hollywood Boulevard. Mall attached. Staff is very friendly. Pool was clean and heated. Views of Hollywood sign from room and pool."
Daniel 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
20,054
Accommodation
184 Motels
Lowest Price
RM280
Highest Price
RM1,259

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Monica?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of what 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 most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Monica?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite 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 self-parking. Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as 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 self-parking. Located 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: Central Santa Monica is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a deep-soaking bathtub. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning.
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, Original Muscle Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Ocean Avenue, Pacific Park and Annenberg Community Beach House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Monica?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 274 mm.
What are my options for getting around Santa Monica while 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) away. You can also search for flights into Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. You can access metro transport at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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