Enjoy a health club, outdoor pool, and complimentary beach shuttle at this beach hotel. Don't miss out on the room service at Monica's restaurant and the wired internet access.
Convenience and Services
Benefit from wireless internet, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands during your stay. The business center, express check-out, and event facilities make this hotel perfect for both leisure and work guests.
Prime Location
Situated in the heart of Santa Monica, within walking distance of Santa Monica Beach and Pier, this hotel offers easy access to famous attractions like Venice Beach and University of California, Los Angeles.
Book your stay now and experience the best of Santa Monica at Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites.
✦HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS
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Clean and comfortable rooms
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Helpful and polite staff
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Great location close to attractions
At the hotel
Popular amenities
81 listed
24-hour fitness facilities
24-hour front desk
Accessible shuttle
Assistive listening devices available
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
ATM/banking
Banquet hall
Bicycle rentals nearby
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
Braille or raised signage
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Pools & wellness
Pool sun loungers
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Dining & drinks
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Comprehensive food waste policy
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Organic food
Snack bar/deli
Vegetarian breakfast available
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Fitness & outdoors
Comprehensive recycling policy
Fitness facilities
Free beach shuttle
Garden
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Recycling
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Rooms & comfort
Change of towels (on request)
Safety & cleanliness
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Health club
Multilingual staff
Smoke-free property
Getting around & access
Elevator
No accessible shuttle
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Guest services
Concierge service
Express check-in/check-out
Express check-out
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Luggage storage
Meeting rooms
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Services & essentials
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Computer station
Conference space
Double-glazing on all windows
Eco-friendly toiletries
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shops or newsstand
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Housekeeping on request
Humane animal treatment
LED light bulbs
Marina nearby
No single-use plastic soda bottles
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Porter/bellhop
Reusable cups only
Sailing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Showcase for local artists
Snorkeling nearby
Stair-free path to entrance
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Swimming nearby
Vegan menu options available
Vegetarian menu options available
Water dispenser
Water skiing nearby
Water-efficient showers only
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Review in focus
289 reviews
10/ 10
We stayed at the Hilton for a couple of nights in a double room. The room was spacious and the hotel has valet parking which was convenient. The hotel is close to all the amenities about a 10 minute walk from the beach. Hotel staff were friendly the lobby and rooms were all clean
mollymoo_7 · Couples · 2026-02-03
The guest experience
Loved most
Clean and comfortable rooms
Helpful and polite staff
Great location close to attractions
Good restaurant and service
Worth knowing — High room rates · Noise issues in certain rooms · Breakfast not included in stay
How guests scored the stay
Location9.5
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location, being close to the beach and other attractions.
Service9.5
Guests appreciated the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff throughout their stay.
Amenities9.0
The amenities provided were well-kept, but some areas could use improvement.
Overall Experience9.0
Despite some issues, the overall experience was positive for the majority of guests.
Cleanliness8.5
Most reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but the noise issue affected the overall perception slightly.
Food and Beverage8.5
The hotel restaurant received good feedback, though prices were noted as high.
Room Quality8.5
Rooms were generally comfortable, though some guests experienced issues with specific rooms.
Value for Money8.0
Guests found the hotel quite expensive compared to the value received, particularly concerning breakfast costs.
Live guest feedback
Guest reviews
Mixed experiences
85% of 20 recent stays rated 8+
Great hotel next to ammenities
10/10
mollymoo_7 · Couples · 2026-02-03
“We stayed at the Hilton for a couple of nights in a double room. The room was spacious and the hotel has valet parking which was convenient. The hotel is close to all the amenities about a 10 minute walk from the beach. Hotel staff were friendly the lobby and rooms were all clean”
Great option in the Santa Monica area
8/10
andreamh2 · Family · 2026-02-03
“Overall, I would recommend staying at this hotel, just two blocks from the Pier, with plenty of restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. The hotel itself is nice, although it does feel a bit worn in some areas. I was told it was new, but you can tell it hasn’t been maintained as well as it could be—there were some stains and marks in the bathroom.
The beds and the pillows are amazing. As for parking, I did some research beforehand and found a parking garage directly across the street, which was one of the main reasons we chose this hotel. Most hotels in the area—including this one—charge around $60 USD per day for parking. The overnight rate at the garage was $14 USD, which felt like a major win.”
Great!
10/10
Departure47841060258 · Family · 2026-02-01
“Veronica, at the front desk was over the top kind and welcoming and out of her way helpful - from helping with hotel services to advice about the area, things to do and see, places to eat, she was the best. I was there for 13 nights while my husband was hospitalized at UCLA Santa Monica. I felt so welcome and supported. Thank you, Veronica!”
Solid hotel in the heart of Santa Monica
10/10
pace_ripley · Family · 2026-01-02
“The Santa Monica Hilton is a great hotel. While not new, it is very refreshed and everything worked as expected - something not too common in too many hotels.
Check-in was quick and the staff was efficient. We had two rooms:
The king room was spacious and comfortable, with plenty of drawer storage, and a closet, as well as a roomy safe. The second room with two queens was very cramped. No drawers with barely any room for two people to unpack.
The rooms were clean and the bathrooms were modern with a great flow from the showers. There was some noise seeping across rooms - a loud kid offered a 4am wakeup.
The hotel is located in an efficient, but not very scenic address. It is walkable to downtown Santa Monica and the beach, as well as Santa Monica's charming Main Street. You are also right off of the 10 Freeway, offering access to anywhere in LA within a simple drive.
What is important is to read what other reviewers said and park directly across the street in the municipal parking lot. That will save you $30-40 a day as the hotel charges a staggering $55/day for the joy of parking your car.
The hotel offers a small pool on a lovely deck.
In short, this is a great, solid hotel to have as a basecamp for your visit to LA.”
Amazing family stay with our 14-month-old!
10/10
am_lied482 · Family · 2025-12-12
“We had a fantastic experience at Hilton Santa Monica as a family traveling with our 14-month-old baby. The team was incredibly accommodating and helped us get a suite with a bathtub, which made bath time and bedtime so much easier for us.
A special shoutout to Pablo—his service was excellent: friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful. He really made our stay even better.
From check-in to everyday service, everything felt smooth and welcoming. Even the valet team was great—efficient and professional, which added a lot to the overall experience.
We truly had a wonderful stay and highly recommend Hilton Santa Monica to families with young kids!”
Great hotel and services
8/10
International_Visit · Family · 2025-11-30
“We had a one bedroom suite with 2 double beds. It was very spacious, the beds were super comfortable and the service was great. the staff were very friendly and helpful and there is a small amenities and food store which was very convenient.”
Great location; hotel could use some updates
6/10
CLEShawn · Family · 2025-11-26
“The location is great, the staff is great and the valet is on point and the stay was good. The pool is serviceable, the gym is good, the breakfast is good and reasonable in price especially for a hotel. The rooms were pretty clean, but the tub seemed to need some work and the HVAC system was inconsistent. The rooms were average in quietness. Don’t get a room in the atrium area, near the gym or near the laundry. Get a room down the one wing that extends off the atrium. The doors will still close loudly. If we make a return visit, we will adjust our room location.”
Fantastic hotel and location.
10/10
Michaeldp89 · Friends getaway · 2025-11-15
“Great hotel and location. Huge rooms plenty of space. Visiting from the uk so wanted a local base to all the amenities. Will stay here again.”
Enjoyable stay
10/10
amywU3860HS · Family · 2025-11-11
“My sister and I were in Santa Monica for 5 day get away. We stayed at the Shore Hotel by the pier the 1st 2 days then switched to the Hilton. I have to say I love this WAY more! It is BEAUTIFUL and still close to all the cool things to do!”
Disappointing Stay – Security and Service Concerns
2/10
75kirstip · Family · 2025-11-09
“My family and I stayed at this hotel at the end of October and, unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing. I had previously stayed here in May for business and enjoyed it enough to return for a family holiday. Sadly, this visit did not meet the same standard.
Early in our stay, we noticed that a bottle of whisky my husband had brought from the airport appeared to be going down far faster than expected. To be certain, we took a photo before leaving for a day trip—only to return and find even more missing. I reported this immediately to the hotel manager and was assured it would be investigated. Despite following up twice, we received no clear resolution or apology. It was a very uncomfortable situation that overshadowed the rest of our holiday and left us worried about the security of our belongings.
At checkout, the receptionist informed us that only the maid had accessed our room, but nothing further was offered in terms of explanation or compensation. Given Hilton’s reputation as a premium brand, I expected a higher level of professionalism and accountability.
Additionally, our room faced a school where a marching band practiced every weekday at 7:15 a.m.—something guests should be warned about in advance. We were also surprised to find two unexpected internet charges that had not been mentioned at checkout.
Overall, this stay fell far short of expectations. I truly hope Hilton addresses these issues to restore confidence in the quality and integrity of their service.”
Clean, comfortable and very expensive
6/10
lesley2805 · Family · 2025-10-26
“We had 2 separate rooms for our family. Although they are very comfortable beds, one of our party had to change rooms at 1 oclock in the morning because they had been given a room on the 4th floor right next to the air conditioning units. The noise was like being stuck on a plane next to the engine, making sleep impossible. So that ruined his good nights sleep. Our room on the 3rd floor was fine.
We were a 15 minute straight forward walk to Santa Monica pier.
There is a small rooftop pool with loungers and towels are provided.
The young barman was very helpful when we asked for directions to a local restaurant, him and another guest strongly advised we didn't walk, but to take an uber. Glad we took his advice.
We didn't eat breakfast at the hotel because it wasn't included in the room rate, but was an extra $30 per person.
Would I recommend the hotel? .........probably not. It was clean, comfortable and local to what we needed, but also very expensive”
Great stat, location, service, politeness of staff
10/10
Tupper0456 · Couples · 2025-10-21
“Loved our quiet room on the 5th floor as pre-requested. Welcome from reception to room service was very good. Restaurant food and staff were very good. Water is available to source at a few locations in the hotel. Beds were very comfort.
Location was excellent and only 3 streets away from the pier and there’s a Starbucks 1 street away🙂.
PARKING!!!! There’s a municipal car park across the road and you won’t get a better deal anywhere else in the area.
Really enjoyed our stay”
Hire Car & Concierge assistance
10/10
Wanderer68596207730 · Family · 2025-10-18
“Private Hire car & Concierge assistance.
We had 3 hours to kill after checking out on our last day so we booked a car and driver from Concierge.
The car was immaculately kept and the driver (Chuck) was not only an excellent driver, his local knowledge was very informative.
He dropped us off at the doors of the airport ( we didn’t need to catch the airport transfer from the ride share or taxi rank) this is a great service.
Very professional and a great way to finish our stay in Santa Monica.
Concierge were excellent during our stay, they recommended dining experiences that exceeded our expectations ( the best was North Italia).
The Hotel was conveniently located and the amenities were all well kept.
Kim & Tom from Australia”
Girls trip!
10/10
K5501TZkatieh · Friends getaway · 2025-10-17
“We loved this hotel. DJ made our experience - he was so welcoming, always super positive, supportive and lights up the room when you get into the hotel! Highly recommend & he gave us great recommendations of places to go!”
Guest review
10/10
Mackenzie · 2025-10-12
“This place was very nice and clean! Would come back ”
Guest review
10/10
Anumeet · family · 2025-10-11
“Very spacious rooms. Comfortable beds and clean bathroom. Valet parking was good and convenient ”
Guest review
10/10
David · family · 2025-10-11
“Good location. Clean facilities. Bar and restaurant very expensive.”
