Santa Monica has its share of five star hotels, but sometimes you want the comfort and convenience of staying in your own AirBnB. Luckily, there are so many great AirBnB options to pick from!
There’s always something to do in Santa Monica, whether you are shopping on Third Street Promenade, grabbing brunch at one of the many amazing restaurants, or relaxing on the beach near the pier.
To help you book the perfect AirBnB for your California getaway, we’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite AirBnBs in Santa Monica into categories along with some of our favorite things to do in the city!
The 10 Best Things To Do In Santa Monica
- Explore the famous Third Street Promenade for upscale shopping and dining. Make sure to watch the street performers!
- Buy locally grown foods from the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market.
- Pack a picnic and spend the day at Santa Monica State beach.
- Get some of the best ice cream you’ve ever had at Sweet Rose Creamery.
- Embrace your inner child and go for a ride on the ferris wheel at the Santa Monica Pier.
- Get dinner at a local secret called Cha Cha Chicken. Amazing Caribbean jerk chicken in cute outdoor setting, and best of all it’s BYOB!
- Learn some history at the quirky Santa Monica Camera Obscura.
- Get a good workout in like a local by running the Santa Monica Stairs.
- Pay a visit to the California Heritage Museum inside of a very cool 1894 restored house!
- Get bottomless brunch at one of the many brunch hotspots including The Independence and Society Kitchen
Best AirBnBs for Solo Travelers and Couples
Private Guesthouse Bungalow
This super chic guesthouse bungalow is perfect for a quick couples getaway!
Beautifully designed in the Danish concept of “Hygge”, every part of this AirBnB is comfortable and well thought out.
The guesthouse has its own private entrance with everything you need, including a full kitchen and a nice outdoor space.
The location is perfect as well, right off bustling Montana Street so you can easily walk to the beach or each at some of the best local restaurants!
- Sleeps: 3 guests
- Size: 1 bedrooms / 2 beds / 1 baths
- Price: Starting at $191 per night
Zen Ocean Park Guesthouse
If you want to be in the middle of all the Santa Monica action but also have some peace and quiet, then this Zen Guesthouse is for you!
This cute guesthouse is in a back garden so you will have all the privacy you want.
High ceilings, an indoor fireplace, and a private patio mean you have plenty of space for yourself or to share with a special someone for a romantic couple’s getaway.
This one fills up quickly, so be sure to make your booking before it’s too late!
- Sleeps: 2 guests
- Size: 1 bedrooms / 2 beds / 1 baths
- Price: Starting at $191 per night
Craftsman Orchid Garden Cottage
This bright house will make you instantly feel at home, with plenty of natural light and very tall ceilings.
A fully equipped kitchen means you can cook all your meals at home, or simply walk out and visit some of the best restaurants in Santa Monica.
Also, there is a nice patio overlooking the garden, perfect for having your morning cup of coffee and starting your day right!
- Sleeps: 2 guests
- Size: 1 bedrooms / 1 beds / 1 baths
- Price: Starting at $172 per night
Best AirBnBs for Small Groups and Families
Santa Monica Blue Craftsman House
Want to stay in a piece of Santa Monica history? Then check out this great blue craftsman house!
Built over 100 years ago, this house must have been one of the first in Santa Monica! The property retains all the charm of a charming Santa Monica cottage with the modern amenities you would expect to find in a nice AirBnB.
Only one block from the beach, the location could not be any better, making it a perfect spot for your family or small group getaway.
This house includes some amenities that are extremely hard to find near the beach in Santa Monica, including a large sized backyard and parking for 2 cars!
- Sleeps: 4 guests
- Size: 3 bedrooms / 5 beds / 2 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Sea Breeze Loft
This loft is a new addition to AirBnB and has just been completely remodeled!
The top floor loft has 17 foot ceilings and is very nicely designed to give you that relaxed Santa Monica feel.
There are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a loft, so your group will have lots of space to spread out.
In addition to the beautiful interior, this AirBnB has a great private roof deck to enjoy the Santa Monica sun!
- Sleeps: 6 guests
- Size: 2 bedrooms / 4 beds / 2 baths
- Price: Starting from $191 per night
Ocean Park Architectural Beach House
This large modern house was designed by an architect and it clearly shows!
At over 2,000 square feet, this house has everything your group or family would need for a memorable Santa Monica stay.
Plenty of indoor space with everything you would need, including an attached garage, laundry room, and central air conditioning!
Outside you will have even more space for you to enjoy, including a private yard with a BBQ and a roof deck.
Just steps from all the fun Main Street bars and restaurants, the location is great as well!
- Sleeps: 6 guests
- Size: 3 bedrooms / 3 beds / 3 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Best AirBnBs for Large Groups and Events
The Cottage Santa Monica
If you closed your eyes and imagined the perfect Santa Monica AirBnB for your group, it would probably look a lot like this!
This cottage is everything you would want for a once in a lifetime Santa Monica stay. Literally across the street from the beach, the cottage has views of the ocean straight from your front porch.
The light yellow and white front is beyond charming, and the location could not be better.
With room for up to 8 guests in 4 bedrooms, this AirBnB is surprisingly large and perfect for a special occasion on the beach!
- Sleeps: 8 guests
- Size: 4 bedrooms / 4 beds / 4 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Bright Craftsman Beach Home
A light filled 1918 craftsman home, this luxury AirBnB is a Santa Monica stunner!
Beautifully designed and appointed, this rental has everything your group would need for a special stay.
Every one of the 4 spacious bedrooms is well furnished and comfortable, along with the gorgeous kitchen you can see in the photo above.
You’ll be able to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean because this AirBnB is just steps away from the beach and the pier!
- Sleeps: 8 guests
- Size: 4 bedrooms / 4 beds / 3 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Split Level Coastal Retreat
This split level coastal retreat gives you the best of both indoor and outdoor Santa Monica living!
Inside the beautiful property, you will find a modern and stylish design. Tall floor to ceiling windows let in all the light, and unique art pieces are found throughout the stay.
Seamlessly go from the living room to your private patio with plenty of couch seating and even an outdoor dining table, complete with space heaters in case of a chilly beach night.
Only a few blocks from the beach and everything else Santa Monica has to offer, this is a great space to rent for your entire group!
- Sleeps: 8 guests
- Size: 3 bedrooms / 6 beds / 2.5 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Ready To Book Your Stay?
Santa Monica is one of the best cities in Los Angeles and a must visit for any California road trip!
Whether you are going for a romantic long weekend, a girls getaway, or a bachelorette party, Santa Monica is one of the best places to stay in LA.
If you are looking to escape the city for some boho desert vibes, be sure to check out our favorite AirBnBs in Joshua Tree and Palm Springs.
Or if a mountain getaway is more your style, read our favorite cabin AirBnBs in nearby Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear.
Do you know of a unique AirBnB that belongs on our list? Let us know in the comments below!
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