Santa Monica is eclectic and cool, a more laidback version of its neighbouring city — LA. People flock here for its gorgeous beaches, iconic pier, watersports, and exciting restaurants. For a large portion of the year, you can expect balmy Californian weather meaning that picking a hotel with a pool is a no brainer. However, this is California, and so many of the city's hotels have pool facilities which can make selecting your city pad somewhat of a long and arduous task. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best Santa Monica hotels with a pool selected on their location, design, amenities, and service. Whether you are in search of a chic design hotel, a luxury resort, a property with a rooftop pool, or an activity-packed family-friendly stay — there is something to suit most tastes and occasions. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next trip?
For city style
- Viceroy Santa Monica is a luxury boutique hotel with the feel of a members club. 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.
For a luxury resort
- Ritz Carlton Marina del Rey is an opulent waterfront resort in Marina del Rey. Rooms are modern and coastal with huge marble walk-in showers and private balconies. With two tennis courts, a full-service spa, a year-round waterfront pool, and a restaurant, this suits families or couples.
- Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is an uber-luxury 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 and an enormous pool. Five-star amenities complement the pared-back classic luxury aesthetic.
For a rooftop pool
- Santa Monica Proper is a contemporary design hotel located close to Santa Monica beach. Spacious rooms are designed with natural materials. With excellent restaurants, a rooftop pool, and wellness facilities, this is an undeniably luxurious destination in its own right.
For an active stay
- Oceana Beach Club Hotel is a classic California beach hotel with bedrooms with large balconies centred around a gorgeous kidney-shaped pool. While the feel is from the1950s, the interiors are contemporary and bright. With direct beach access, daily yoga classes, surf lessons, and guided hikes — this is a good option for those who want to keep busy.
For great value
- The Kinney is a hip hotel boasting a Venice beach address, just a stroll from downtown Santa Monica. Vibrantly styled rooms feature bright colours, clean lines, contemporary art and luxury bathrooms. With a pool surrounded by a terrace complete with ping pong tables and firepits, this is a convivial stay.
For families
- 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 your four-legged family companion allowed too — this is a good option for families.
For couples
- 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, ocean-facing pool, and fine dining, this is a spoiling choice.
For proximity to the beach
- Shutters on the Beach is a stylish beachfront boutique hotel 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, private beach, and pet friendly policy you'll want for nothing here.
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