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9 Best Airbnbs in Santa Monica, California

Santa Monica is a Southern California beach town known for its diverse neighborhoods, high-end shopping, sophisticated restaurants, and great year-round weather. Walking along the historic pier, playing games at Pacific Park, and browsing the Third Street Promenade shops are popular things to do here. Then at the end of the day, you can relax in your very own vacation rental property to make your trip especially memorable.

Here are some of the best Airbnbs in Santa Monica to choose from.

Cozy Santa Monica Suite Steps from the Beach A tropical garden to start your day
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Cozy Santa Monica Suite Steps from the Beach

Another option is to rent this private room in a residential home in Santa Monica. It is a top-rated Airbnb in Santa Monica that has a queen-size bed, en suite bathroom, TV, terrace, and room-darkening shades. You’ll be by a tropical garden and charming pond when you stay here. Book this rental space if you’re looking for a serene hideaway on your vacation. Amenities offered include a kitchenette, free parking, Wi-Fi, and bathroom essentials.

Santa Monica Bungalow on Quiet Street A calming space with good vibes
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Santa Monica Bungalow on Quiet Street

Two people will enjoy staying in this Santa Monica bungalow that has a bedroom with a king-size bed and a bathroom. The interior has a polished concrete floor and a kitchen with stone countertops and custom cabinets. There’s also Wi-Fi and a 55-inch HDTV inside, as well as a garden in the outside area.

Charming Walk Everywhere Garden Cottage A well-appointed space for your travels
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Charming Walk Everywhere Garden Cottage

This garden cottage has one bedroom with a king-size bed to accommodate two travelers in Santa Monica. You can enjoy the private garden area and walk everywhere in the area if you are active and fit. Downtown is about nine blocks away, and the beach is about 12 blocks away. The host practices heightened cleaning and sanitizing protocols for your health and safety. Amenities provided include Wi-Fi, a TV with standard cable, laundry machines, and a kitchen.

Santa Monica Sanitized and Contactless New Studio Relax and enjoy the nice neighborhood
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Santa Monica Sanitized and Contactless New Studio

Three people can stay in this Airbnb studio space rental that’s in a quiet and safe neighborhood and has a trendy style. Guests enjoy being within walking distance of the beach and stores, as well as having a small patio to enjoy the beautiful weather outside. This space has its own private entrance and patio with a table, chairs, and umbrella. The interior has a full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, TV, sofa bed, and queen-size bed. Professional cleaning is available if you are staying for more than a week and pay an additional fee.

Newly Renovated Apartment, Four Blocks from Beach Mid-Century Modern design in the unit
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Newly Renovated Apartment, Four Blocks from Beach

Located just three blocks from the beach and 1.5 blocks to Third Street Promenade, here’s an Airbnb rental in a newly renovated, mid-century modern apartment. Features of this rental are new hardwood floors, in-unit laundry machines, a desk in the bedroom, street parking, and a tumbled marble bathroom. This is a pet-friendly rental with a shared yard. The apartment for rent is down a small path to the side of the building. It’s a great space for two people and has a queen-size bed, kitchen, Wi-Fi, and TV to help you feel right at home.

Walk to Beach from Cozy Guesthouse in Santa Monica A lovely indoor/outdoor living space
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Walk to Beach from Cozy Guesthouse in Santa Monica

Here’s a cute cottage that you can rent in Santa Monica to enjoy a home away from home. It has a private patio, privacy fence, seating area, new A/C and heat system, and plenty of street parking. From here, you can get to the beach in one mile or a 15-minute walk. It’s nice to stay here and be able to walk to the beach and nearby shops too. The host lives in the main house on the property. This is a child-friendly rental with a highchair, travel crib, regular crib, and children’s dinnerware.

Studio Close to Beach in Ocean Park Elegant and airy for your stay
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Studio Close to Beach in Ocean Park

Also in the Ocean Park area, you can stay in this sunny and airy suite that’s in the “birthplace of skateboarding.” The rental unit is three blocks from Main Street and five blocks from the beach. You’ll have a queen-size bed and a large bathroom here to accommodate two people. Other features of the rental are a kitchenette, walk-in closet, smart TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The suite is next to the host’s apartment and another apartment, but there are no common areas.

Santa Monica Private Beach Bungalow A great location in the city
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Santa Monica Private Beach Bungalow

Guests love staying in this private guest house and bungalow in the Ocean Park area of Santa Monica while vacationing or working in the area. It is a clean and elegant space that’s 550 square feet in size and just steps to the sand. The home was built around 1936 and features an antique writing desk, hardwood floors, stainless-steel kitchen appliances, and a claw-foot tub with a shower. Laundry machines are available, and the host provides you with beach towels and chairs. From here, it’s just a block from trendy Main Street for shops and dining. Small dogs are allowed for $15 per day, and there’s a dog run off the patio for easy outdoor access.

Beautiful Guest House & Surrounding Garden A very popular and cozy guest house
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Beautiful Guest House & Surrounding Garden

While spending time in Santa Monica, two people can stay in this guest house with an en suite bathroom and private entrance. The rental space looks out to a garden and is 1.5 miles from the beach and two miles from the pier. You’ll find restaurants right around the corner in this peaceful neighborhood. Guests will have free parking in the driveway and can explore the garden on site and enjoy the patio. The owner lives on site and will be here during your stay. Also, basic bathroom toiletries and kitchen essentials are provided. This rental allows pets.

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