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Santa Monica

Santa Monica

Pacific calm, modern coastal energy, and movement-rich urban luxury.

Why We Love Santa Monica

A movement-friendly coastline with beach runs, bike paths, and warm-weather outdoor living.

A design-forward hospitality scene blending Art Deco heritage, modern architecture, and cinematic ocean views.

A wellness-rich environment ideal for surfing, yoga, spa immersion, and restorative coastal calm.

A culturefirst destination offering elevated dining, boutique shopping, and iconic California sunsets.

A dual-experience region between beachfront luxury and inland modern urban design.

Our Favourites Hotels

Ocean Avenue

CURATED

Urban Luxury

The Georgian

Season

Energy

MEDIUM

An iconic Art Deco landmark reimagined with modern luxury, offering cinematic ocean views, bold interiors, and refined coastal charm. Ideal for travelers seeking design-forward boutique energy and Santa Monica's walkable beachfront lifestyle.

Benefits:

$100 Credit (2-night minimum)

Complimentary Breakfast

Early Check-In

Late Check-Out

Beachfront

SELECT

Modern Luxury

Shutters on the Beach

Season

Energy

MEDIUM

Santa Monica's most classic beachfront luxury hotel, coastal-chic interiors, direct beach access, and elevated service. Perfect for guests seeking warm-water movement, spa immersion, and refined Pacific living.

Benefits:

$100 F&B/Spa Credit

Complimentary Breakfast

Early Check-In

Late Check-Out

Room Upgrade

Wilshire Corridor

SELECT

Urban Luxury

Santa Monica Proper

Season

Energy

MEDIUM

A Kelly Wearstler-designed modern luxury hotel offering sculptural interiors, rooftop pool energy, and movement-friendly access to both the beach and inland neighborhoods. Ideal for travelers seeking contemporary design and elevated urban calm.

Benefits:

$100 F&B/Spa Credit

Complimentary Breakfast

Early Check-In

Late Check-Out

Room Upgrade

Welcome Amenity

Activities & sports

Racquet Access

None — movement is coastal and wellness-driven.

Running Routes

Santa Monica Beach path, Palisades Park, Venice boardwalk.

Cycling

The Strand bike path, inland neighborhood loops.

Hiking

Temescal Canyon, Will Rogers trails, coastal viewpoints.

Water Movement

Surfing, paddleboarding, swimming.

Wellness Anchors

Rooftop pools, spas, saunas, yoga decks.

Best times to visit

Santa Monica is a year-round destination with mild temperatures and abundant sunshine.

SPRING:

Crisp mornings, ideal for hiking and coastal movement.

SUMMER:

Warm water, vibrant beach energy, and peak outdoor living.

FALL:

Warm water, vibrant beach energy, and peak outdoor living.

WINTER:

Crisp mornings, ideal for hiking and coastal movement.

Plan your trip

Neighbourhoods / zones

Santa Monica (Two-Zone Destination) — Altoura frames Santa Monica through its coastal-and-urban duality:

Oceanfront

Classic Coastal Luxury

Beach access, ocean views, warm-weather movement, and refined Pacific charm.

Wilshire Corridor / Downtown

Modern Urban Energy

Rooftop pools, boutique dining, sculptural interiors, and walkable city rhythm.

Altoura's insider tips

Movementfirst:

Begin mornings with a beach run or Palisades Park walk for crisp air and cinematic Pacific light.

Designfirst:

The Georgian offers bold Art Deco modernism; Proper delivers sculptural contemporary luxury.

Culturefirst:

Explore Montana Avenue cafés, Third Street dining, and oceanfront bars for authentic Santa Monica rhythm.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

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