Suggestions for Beach near Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica

Katherine C. • February 21, 2016Beautiful scenery and very relaxing. Easy walk to Third Street and many options for parking. Generally very clean. Toilets available at certain points.

Jinnie L. • October 16, 2014It is typical boardwalk - beach, waves, food, games, some souvenir stores. BUT great place to watch the sunset n very beautiful beach♥

Mike D. • October 1, 2011Make sure you read all parking signs and rules... city of Santa Monica is notorious for strict enforcement even if signs are unclear. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS FREE PARKING AT THE BEACH!

Deborah F. • May 15, 2014Parking is hard to find, but it is lovely once you find it.

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

David V. • June 9, 2012Home of many great Santa Monica start-ups, including Convertro, ZipRecruiter, etc. And the folks who make Houdini, my favorite 3D app!

Luke W. • February 25, 2018It’s all about the attention to details at this New England style beach house. The rooms are well decorated that you feel more at home than you are at a hotel. go to the cozy living room for a drink.

wellfed.co • July 9, 2012Watch out for splinters, stingers, and glass in the sand!! Ouch!!

Nikki D. • June 22, 2013Strong undertow here. Careful kiddies.

Chloe B. • June 11, 2015Get the beach views! Good internet across the hotel. A bit confusing to navigate around with the two buildings.

Gene R. • September 3, 2012Love this property. Sweeping view of the beach and Ocean from our room.

William C. • July 10, 2015Great urban park just blocks from the beach. Avoid the terrible pier and enjoy the peace and tranquility here

maria j. • June 26, 2015I love outdoor shopping centers and this is the one! Right next to the beach, fun, energetic place, great selection of stores and there's plenty places to eat out! Love Santa Monica!

Angela L. • August 9, 2019Fancy restaurant overlooking the beach and great vibes

JNET • July 29, 2015Popular spot to eat on the pier. Leave your name on their list and come back after walking about. I prefer the grilled seafood plates over fried. Only downside....Bathroom busy w beach people.

Dyah A. • April 7, 2013Spring is best time to visit Santa Monica beach and surrounding area.

Andrew G. • August 7, 2014Great after a day at the beach! Yummy oysters. The lobster roll looked amazing

Patrick F. • July 6, 2013Sure everything is dated and your room is kinda run down but what do you care? You'll be at the beach all day.

Natalie G. • May 14, 2015Great margaritas and incredible menu right on the beach. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Deborah A. • August 31, 2015Very special nights !! I love it :) you listen to good music, sit at the beach and enjoy yourself. The best part : it's free !

Frosty • July 19, 2021If you’ve never been, or it’s been awhile, check out the new Big Deans Beach Blonde locally brewed by Golden Road.

Hostelling International USA • January 23, 2012So much to do! I got back from a day exploring the beach and local shops, jumped into a tango lesson at the hostel, and then chatted up some travelers smoking flavored tobacco in the open air atrium.