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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

Living area

1. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
3.0 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Danielle
The price is RM623
RM725 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Sea Shore Motel
Aerial view

2. 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, (934 reviews)
"Great folks at the front desk who were very helpful throughout our stay at this iconic motel."
United States
Hugh
The price is RM1,002
RM1,180 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Room

3. Lincoln Inn

Lincoln Inn
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,513 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Rebeca
The price is RM598
RM681 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lincoln Inn
Private kitchenette

4. Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice

Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
2.5 star property
Del Rey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (599 reviews)
"Jeff was super chill and helpful. Room was clean and decent distance to Venice beach. Would stay again."
United States
Mia
The price is RM526
RM599 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
Restaurant

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City

Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
2.0 star property
Clarkdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
miranda
The price is RM547
RM624 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
Exterior

6. VILLA BRASIL MOTEL

VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
2.0 star property
Del Rey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"This is our 2nd time staying here and we look forward to coming back! Great ambiance and great location."
United States
Krina
The price is RM570
RM774 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
Room

7. Galaxyinn

Galaxyinn
2.5 star property
Clarkdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (487 reviews)
"If your traveling on a budget this place has all you need"
United States
Ronald
The price is RM483
RM551 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Galaxyinn
Room

8. Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (508 reviews)
"Great place to stay and felt safe and super clean"
United States
Rigo
The price is RM418
RM477 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Seaway Motel
Lobby

9. 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, (8,988 reviews)
"Basic no frills place to spend the night."
United States
Corliss
The price is RM277
RM321 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Room

10. Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was nice place to stay at"
United States
Maira
The price is RM383
RM443 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Geneva Motel
Room

11. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,857 reviews)
"Very well located and clean hotel"
United States
Ana
The price is RM493
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
Room

12. 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, (1,375 reviews)
"Front desk staff was great."
United States
Jorge
The price is RM306
RM354 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Room

13. Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The room was clean and our over the night stay was smooth at the property."
Canada
Aparna
The price is RM344
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Crestridge Inn
Room

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
2.0 star property
Inglewood
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable!"
United States
Christine
The price is RM457
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
Room

15. Economy Inn LAX

Economy Inn LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Enjoyed my Stay"
United States
Nakayla
The price is RM418
RM483 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Economy Inn LAX
Room

16. El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios

El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
2.5 star property
Studio City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 RM558
RM728 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
Pool

17. Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX

Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
2.0 star property
Hill Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (473 reviews)
"Always an exceptional stay at Seahorse. There is a new restaurant on the property that looked busy with amazing food. Will have to try it next time. As per usual front office staff was awesone."
United States
Nadia
The price is RM504
RM574 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
Front of property

18. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Super close to universal and super friendly staff."
United States
Livier
The price is RM659
RM771 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Nite Inn - Walking Distance to Universal Studios Hollywood
Room

19. Hawthorne Plaza Inn

Hawthorne Plaza Inn
2.0 star property
Hawthorne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Highly recommend!"
United States
Hubert
The price is RM283
RM317 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hawthorne Plaza Inn
Room

20. Hi View Inn & Suites

Hi View Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
East Manhattan Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay and staff! Really enjoyed it"
United States
Sylvia
The price is RM519
RM592 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hi View Inn & Suites
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Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
16,518
Accommodation
186 Motels
Lowest Price
RM317
Highest Price
RM1,180

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. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: Central Santa Monica is 14.7 mi (23.7 km) away. Free WiFi, laundry facilities and conference space are available during your stay. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX: 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle.
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, Venice Beach Boardwalk and Original Muscle Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Pacific Park, Heal the Bay Aquarium 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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