Santa Monica Hotel

2102 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Los Angeles, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.0 / 5

Santa Monica Hotel is a 3-star budget property in a humble low-rise building at 2102 Lincoln Blvd in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. It’s positioned about a mile from Santa Monica State Beach and close to major Santa Monica draws including Downtown Santa Monica (about 1.5 km), the Santa Monica Pier (about 1.6 km), and Pacific Park on the pier (about 1.5 km). The hotel has exterior corridors leading to straightforward, unassuming rooms with ceiling fans, cable TV, free Wi‑Fi, and shower-only en suite bathrooms. A 24-hour reception desk supports late arrivals and flexible schedules. Complimentary parking is available on site, which can be a major convenience in this part of Los Angeles. From here, visitors also have access to nearby Venice sights such as the Venice Boardwalk (about 2.2 km) and the Venice Canal Historic District (about 3.3 km), as well as farther attractions like The Getty and The Getty Villa.

Best for

This hotel is best for value-focused travelers who want a simple base near Santa Monica’s beach and pier without paying for a resort-style property. It also suits drivers who prioritize easy logistics, thanks to complimentary parking and a 24-hour front desk.

Travel tips

Santa Monica Pier (about 1.6 km), Downtown Santa Monica (about 1.5 km), and Santa Monica State Beach (about 1.9 km) are within a manageable walk for many guests, and Venice Boardwalk is also nearby (about 2.2 km). If you plan to cover multiple LA landmarks—such as Universal Studios Hollywood (about 18.4 km) or the Hollywood Walk of Fame (about 17.3 km)—having a car can make day trips easier, and this property’s free parking helps with that. Rooms are described as straightforward; if a specific in-room item is important to you, consider confirming availability before arrival.

What guests say

Guests most often highlight clean rooms and a convenient Santa Monica location with easy access to food, coffee, and nearby attractions. Staff friendliness and helpfulness are also recurring positives, along with the practicality of having ample on-site parking. Several reviewers describe the property as small and generally quiet, contributing to a comfortable, no-fuss stay. A noted downside is that in-room climate control may be inconsistent, with at least one guest reporting issues with the air conditioning.

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