The 8 Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Monica

• Santa Monica Proper is a chic contemporary design hotel located close to Santa Monica beach. Spacious rooms are designed with natural materials. With excellent bars, restaurants and wellness facilities, this is an undeniably luxurious destination in its own right.

• Casa del Mar is a luxury hotel with a fabulous oceanfront position and a stroll from the pier. Elegant and airy rooms and suites feature enormous windows, wonderful views, and are furnished with antiques. Couples should choose one of the romantic suites complete with a whirlpool tub. With a spa and fine dining, this is a spoiling choice.

• Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is an uber-luxury historic beach resort. This grande dame has been around since 1921 and knows what it's doing. Rooms, suites and bungalows are spread over five acres of lush palm-filled grounds with ocean views everywhere you look. Five-star amenities complement the pared-back classic luxury aesthetic.

• Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is an idyllic coastal stay located right on Santa Monica beach. Light and spacious rooms all have private balconies and there are two pier facing restaurants. With poolside games, the beach right there, and a number of kid-friendly sights nearby, this is a good luxury option for families.

• Ambrose Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with laid-back California charm. Expect Art Deco glamour in the public areas while light-filled rooms are more minimalist in design. There's no restaurant but you'll find plenty to choose from nearby. A smart city base.
• Viceroy Santa Monica is a luxury boutique hotel with the feel of a members club. Well-positioned by the beach and with the pier within walking distance. Interiors are eclectic and chic with stylish rooms offering fabulous views. With an internationally inspired menu in the elegant restaurant and a hip pool area, this is a good choice for the young and trendy.

• The Huntley is a stylish luxury hotel that blends breezy Southern California surroundings with modern décor and playful design. Positioned within walking distance of Santa Monica's beaches and the pier, the hotel boasts panoramic ocean vistas. Completed with a trendy bar and a fabulous rooftop restaurant.
• Shutters on the Beach is a stylish beachfront property with beach and pier views providing the ultimate low key luxury stay in Santa Monica. Elegant rooms have a New England feel and boast balconies and fabulous beach views. With three gourmet restaurants, a spa, fitness centre, pool and private beach you'll want for nothing here.

Still not sure which to book?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Santa Monica.
• Look at our collection of the best Santa Monica beach hotels or the best family hotels in Santa Monica.
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