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Our top choices for Santa Monica motels

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a telephone. There is a kitchen area visible through an open door.

1. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Danielle
The price is S$284
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Sea Shore Motel
An aerial view of a coastal city with a pier extending into the ocean, featuring a large Ferris wheel and a ship docked at the pier's end.

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, (927 reviews)
"Great folks at the front desk who were very helpful throughout our stay at this iconic motel."
United States
Hugh
The price is S$373
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel
A modern hotel room with a teal sofa, a wooden floor, a round table, and a desk with a lamp.

3. Lincoln Inn

Lincoln Inn
2.0 star property
Venice
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,495 reviews)
"Good location and bang for the buck."
United States
Benjamin
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lincoln Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a sign for 'METRO cafe'.

4. 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 S$197
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham Culver City
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a small seating area.

5. Galaxyinn

Galaxyinn
2.5 star property
Clarkdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (486 reviews)
"If your traveling on a budget this place has all you need"
United States
Ronald
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Galaxyinn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a door.

6. Seaway Motel

Seaway Motel
2.5 star property
Mid City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (505 reviews)
"Great place to stay and felt safe and super clean"
United States
Rigo
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Seaway Motel
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a large digital screen displaying a cityscape.

7. 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, (8,958 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were friendly."
United States
Robin
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with white linens, a ceiling fan, and framed artwork on the walls.

8. 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, (597 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service."
United States
George
The price is S$189
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Encore Motel Near Marina Del Rey, Culver City & Venice
A colorful building with outdoor seating and a large yellow umbrella.

9. VILLA BRASIL MOTEL

VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
2.0 star property
Del Rey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 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 S$252
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
VILLA BRASIL MOTEL
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a ceiling mural.

10. Geneva Motel

Geneva Motel
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was nice place to stay at"
United States
Maira
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Geneva Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Economy Inn LAX

Economy Inn LAX
2.5 star property
Arbor Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (403 reviews)
"Enjoyed my Stay"
United States
Nakayla
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Economy Inn LAX
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

12. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX

Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
2.0 star property
El Segundo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,849 reviews)
"It was a ok stay for a few nights, be mindful of being close to the airport you can hear the planes"
United States
elizabeth
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham LAX
A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a nightstand with a phone, and wall-mounted lighting.

13. 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, (1,414 reviews)
"Front desk staff was great."
United States
Jorge
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Studio 6 Suites Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small plant.

14. Crestridge Inn

Crestridge Inn
2.0 star property
Sports Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay"
United States
Ron
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Crestridge Inn
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, a window with curtains, and a dark headboard.

15. Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX

Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
2.0 star property
Tree Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (228 reviews)
"Great value in a great location. Room was very clean and staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Patrick
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Manhattan Inn & Suites - LAX
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a vase with flowers.

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, (1,002 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 S$214
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
El Royale Hotel Near Universal Studios
A hotel room with a large bed, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset over water, and two bedside lamps.

17. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable!"
United States
Christine
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport/Stadium Area
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

18. Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX

Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
2.0 star property
Hill Section
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (471 reviews)
"Great location, fridge, coffee maker n microwave were great Pool under maintenance was not noted when I made reservation"
United States
William
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Seahorse Inn Manhattan Beach - LAX
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

19. Seaside Motel

Seaside Motel
2.0 star property
North Redondo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Priscilla
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Seaside Motel
A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave on the counter.

20. Hawthorne Plaza Inn

Hawthorne Plaza Inn
2.0 star property
Hawthorne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Location, it's nearby everything."
United States
Miguel A.
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hawthorne Plaza Inn
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved every moment of our stay. The staff was supper friendly and during check in gave us the most amazing room with a spectacular view of LA and the Hollywood sign. Enjoyed the workout room and the pool too. Can’t wait for our next visit💕"
Anne 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Motels information

Number of reviews
19,408
Accommodation
186 Motels
Lowest Price
S$100
Highest Price
S$373

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. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and conference space. Located 14.7 mi (23.7 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. Motel 6 Carson, CA: 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
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: 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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