The Best 3 Star Hotels deals in Santa Monica

When you can't wait to soak up some sun, head to Santa Monica Beach – one of the most popular seaside spots located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Santa Monica. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Original Muscle Beach located nearby.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Santa Monica Pier, a popular place for shoppers in Downtown Santa Monica. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is artistic and that it has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Santa Monica Place, Third Street Promenade and Main Street Santa Monica.

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can do some window-shopping at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Bring the children to Pacific Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Enjoy a stop at Annenberg Community Beach House, an entertaining place to visit in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.