Santa Monica Hotels for Every Budget
Santa Monica hotels range in price and budget depending on their location and amenities.
Santa Monica hotels that are closer to the beach or Santa Monica pier may be more expensive, whereas neighborhood locations may be more affordable depending on their proximity to the beach.
Why Stay in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica offers a better value than other areas of Los Angeles/Southern California because:
- It offers beachfront and oceanfront access hotels
- It provides a centrally located base for your Greater Los Angeles visit
- Most hotels offer a high-quality property and experience
- The city is compact and walkable with a variety and quality of surrounding amenities such as restaurants and shopping
Luxury Hotels
Luxury hotels tend to be closer to the beach or Downtown Santa Monica and offer more amenities such as on-site restaurants and spa services.
Luxury hotels in Santa Monica include:
Boutique and Mid-Range Hotels
Boutique and mid-range hotels are typically smaller than luxury hotels and more likely to be a block further from the beach.


Boutique and mid-range hotels in Santa Monica include:
Budget Hotels
Affordable hotels in Santa Monica are usually further from the beach but offer lower rates for long-term visitors such as international tourists and large families.


Affordable hotels in Santa Monica include:
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