5stays selection9.1146 reviews
Le Petit Pali Brentwood
12200 Sunset Boulevard
From$371 per night
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5 Best Hotels in Santa Monica Under $400
Discover five well-located hotels in Santa Monica that showed dated rates under $400, selected for practical city stays and hotel quality.
Prices checked: Sep 20, 2026
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| Hotel | Area | 5stays | Booking.com | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Petit Pali Brentwood | 12200 Sunset Boulevard | 5stays selection | 9.1 | 146 | $371 |
| Plaza la Reina | 10850 Lindbrook Drive | 5stays selection | 9.0 | 544 | $330 |
| Huntley Santa Monica Beach | 1111 2nd Street | 5stays selection | 8.9 | 3,868 | $387 |
| Gjelina Hotel | 15 Rose Avenue | 5stays selection | 8.8 | 802 | $187 |
| Shore Hotel | 1515 Ocean Avenue | 5stays selection | 8.8 | 1,130 | $331 |
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5stays selection9.0544 reviews
Plaza la Reina
10850 Lindbrook Drive
From$330 per night
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5stays selection8.93,868 reviews
Huntley Santa Monica Beach
1111 2nd Street
From$387 per night
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5stays selection8.8802 reviews
Gjelina Hotel
15 Rose Avenue
From$187 per night
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5stays selection8.81,130 reviews
Shore Hotel
1515 Ocean Avenue
From$331 per night
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Frequently asked questions
Santa Monica hotels under $400: common questions
01Can you get a good hotel in Santa Monica for under $400?
Yes, on lower-demand dates. This page lists five hotels that showed a dated reference rate at or below $400; live availability and final totals can change.
02Which areas of Santa Monica can offer better hotel value?
Compare Downtown, Ocean Avenue, the Pier, Main Street and Montana Avenue. The best choice depends on the balance of location, transport links and the current nightly total.
03When are Santa Monica hotels usually cheapest?
Lower-demand periods and midweek stays can produce more options, but prices vary with local events, school holidays and room availability.
04Are taxes and extras included in the $400 limit?
Not necessarily. Check the final booking total, taxes, room type, cancellation terms and any mandatory local charges before reserving.
05How far ahead should you book a Santa Monica hotel?
Book once your dates are fixed if the rate and cancellation terms suit you. Recheck live availability close to travel because inventory and prices change.
