Suggestions for Travel and Transportation near Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica

Okan S. • May 27, 2013an all time classic. setup for countless movies

Chris J. • January 1, 2021It’s pretty easy to take a photo here, and there’s a couple of merchandise stands nearby to pick up souvenirs.

Gail H. • January 20, 20142 hours free bike valet = no dealing w driving around dealing w parking. Woo hoo

Clean Bay R. • October 8, 2012The Georgian Hotel is a "certified restaurant" of the Clean Bay Restaurant Program, helping to reduce stormwater pollution in Santa Monica Bay! Learn about or find more certified restaurants at

BlackboardEats • July 5, 2011Menu must: go for the sweet corn ravioli!

Megan B. • July 12, 2014Really clean and a great location. 5 minutes from the pier, lots of great options for food/drinks around (gluten-free people, rejoice, for you will eat!), and public transit is readily available.

Bachelor10 • April 7, 2011Rooms sport Italian bathrobes and linens. Coincidentally, your girlfriend back home loves Italian threads. And gifts.

Tammy Q. • September 17, 2011Great place to stay. Safe, clean, great location.

Jackie B. • November 7, 2011#TreatYoSelf to brunch on the beach, ocean waves from the deck & warm chai in your tummy!

Sy S. • May 28, 2014Such a great welcome!!! Beautiful place, great rooms all with balcony, excellent location and a lovely hidden garden...

Debbie S. • January 16, 2015Ask for an ocean view and make sure you head up to the rooftop bar at sunset - stunning

Nain O. • October 21, 2012It's a great cross & a great view on Pier of Santa Monica <3

MERZ • September 10, 2022Such a nice hotel, modern and updated. Beautifully designed rooms. Pet friendly. Awesome pool and hot tub area. Feels more like a 5 star hotel.

Frank B. C. • May 13, 2013It's not luxury or global well trained hotel. But, considering bugdet and it's location, awsome~!!! It's worth to pay extra for ocean view balcony. You can enjoy the Pacific sunset in your room!!!

Norman E. • October 23, 2014Splurge on the upgrade to a pool or beach view room. The view is absolutely worth it!

B.J. E. • May 19, 2016A great hotel to stay in. The Santa Monica pier is only a 10 min walk away and the food in the hotel is great. The staff is super friendly and very helpful. Hope to be back soon!

ChaCha L. • November 11, 2017Access to beach, spa, ocean view rooms, excellent staff...

Cole K. • February 9Not a fan, but gets the job done. I like that the train is right out front.

Dader Tot • July 20, 2010EXTREMELY SWEET, would be an understatement for the workers at this gas station. They recognize you after few visits.

Diana G. • July 9, 2013love that it is right across from the pier! They even have towels they label and let you bring to the beach! Very friendly staff!

Joseph C. • May 3, 2016Low-rise 1950's Motel Building offering Colorful Minimalist Rooms, plus a Rooftop Sundeck & Free Parking. Nice Miami Vice Vibe- Good Kitsch. Prime Location, everything is Walkable: Dining, Beach, ETC

DHR.com • April 19, 2012Aside from having an ideal location near the beach, this hotel is also near the Santa Monica Place, a great place for shopping.

Dorothy Kucich J. • June 6, 2017This is the cutest boutique hotel I've ever seen. Next time we visit Santa Monica we are going to stay here. Everything about it screams California & surfing. They have beautifully etched windows.