
Holiday houses in Santa Monica
Find and book unique accommodation on Airbnb
Top-rated holiday rentals in Santa Monica
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Santa Monica Bungalow on Quiet Street North of Montana
Step through the carriage doors and into an open interior with polished concrete floors, plus a kitchen with navy cabinets and stone countertops. The bedroom comes with barn door, bamboo floors, and 55" HDTV, while a verdant garden awaits outside. Enter the guest house thru carriage doors to a first floor open living space with kitchen, sofa and 60'' HD flatscreen TV. Polished concrete floors and stone countertops. Exit to open, outdoor staircase leading to an upper bedroom with Cal-King Bed, bamboo floors, dresser, 55'' HD TV, comfortable bathroom with walk-in shower and vanity. Wifi / Cable / AC & Heating units in each room. Design is a mix of beach cottage with contemporary accents. 2 Blocks to beautiful Ocean Avenue to watch gorgeous California sunsets or walk to beach. 2 Blocks to Montana Avenue shopping and cafes. Close to Promenade and Metrolink. Unbeatable Location ! Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. The bungalow is a separate guesthouse but owners are present on the property in the main house. Outside table with a bench and chairs are perfectly located for morning coffee lunch or evening cocktail. We live in the front house so feel free to reach out to us with any questions and/or concerns regarding your stay. Leave the car behind - the beach, restaurants, cafes, and shops, are all an easy walk away. Rent a bike nearby to explore further. Watch the sunset over the water from Ocean Avenue, 2 blocks away, while Metrolink and Promenade are also close. Rent a Hulu Bike for your stay. “On May 12, 2015, the Santa Monica City Council adopted the Home-Sharing Ordinance reiterating its ban on the rental of entire units as vacation rentals. The Home-Sharing Ordinance also legalized the short term rental of a portion of a person’s home when the host lives on-site throughout the visitor’s stay and when the host obtains a business license. Hosts are also required to collect and remit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) if not collected and remitted by the hosting platform.” Our license #221557 is listed with the City of Santa Monica

Zen Guesthouse in Ocean Park 5 Blocks from Beach
Welcome to this free-standing, custom-built designer loft-style guesthouse, boasting high ceilings, an indoor fireplace, high-end kitchen, private balcony & great light in one of Santa Monica’s most desirable neighborhoods. This 650 sq. ft. space is above a garage (used only for storage.) Modern & warm decor. Original artwork. Full custom closet & cabinetry, laptop/working space either at the small desk or kitchen nook. Surrounded by mature trees. Peaceful; close to everything; away from hubbub.

Santa Monica Beach Oasis - With off street parking
Wi-Fi. Delicious coffee and Espresso. 65” TV in the living room, 55” TV in the bedroom. King size bed with an amazing luxury mattress. Outside seating area and a driveway parking spot. This apartment is on the second level of a 3 unit apartment building. Cozy bedroom with a king size bed, full bathroom, comfortable living room and fully stocked kitchen. Free electric shuttle service that runs throughout Santa Monica. Walking distance to Main St, Promenade, downtown Santa Monica and the Beach!

Secluded Studio Santa Monica
*Construction next door some days noisy till late afternoon* Bright, cheerful decor with modern amenities for a comfortable, relaxing stay at this private retreat. Ideal for exploring the best of Santa Monica. Located less than a minutes walk from the famous Ocean Avenue overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica's most desirable neighborhood. Enjoy the quiet, tranquil garden setting near Montana Avenue. Walking distance to Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade and the Santa Monica Pier

Bright European Loft In Venice Beach
☆ Bright, Spacious & Airy ☆ 1000/1000 Fiber Internet ☆ Enterprise Grade WiFi ☆ California King Bed ☆ Large Workspace ☆ Blackout Curtains ☆ Washer & Dryer This loft will welcome you with an abundance of natural light and a soft ocean breeze through two large skylights. Wake up under the large ash tree towering over the building. Two large workspaces and blazing fast internet invite you to work from home. With just minutes from Venice Beach this is the perfect place to work, relax and enjoy LA.

North of Montana gated luxury 1-bdrm guest house
Want bigger, better, more private accommodations than a Santa Monica luxury hotel for half the cost? Kick back and relax in this quiet, luxurious North of Montana guest house. Short walk to beach and Montana Ave stores and restaurants. Master bedroom queen sleeps two. Gourmet kitchen, filtered water, cozy dining area, work desk, laundry room with washer/dryer, easy street parking in Santa Monica’s nicest neighborhood. WiFi and smart TV. Regretfully, no additional adults, children or pets.

Elegant Upper w Courtyard Garden Dining Space
Dine al fresco on the lush, Tuscan-style courtyard with a bubbling water fountain and buzzing hummingbirds. Inside, discover a calming atmosphere in a space featuring timeless, classic furniture and a landing overlooking the back patio. A charming one bedroom with a King bed, shutters, a desk that faces the garden, w fab parking, this sunny upper also has a cool ocean breeze you can usually count on. More a duplex as we only share one wall with an adjoining unit.

Historic LA Oasis with outdoor courtyard
This is a private, detached casita, steps from the famed Hollywood Bowl. It sleeps up to 3 people max - 1 queen bed upstairs and twin couch that converts into single bed in first floor living room. The casita is 2-stories, 780 sq. ft with AC, full bath & kitchen, living room and outdoor patio area. This historic home dates back to the early 1900s and sits within a larger compound that consists of a main house that is occupied by your Hosts.

Papu's Guest House
Modern, bright, light filled guest house! Quiet residential neighborhood with hidden gems on local retail street of Ocean Park Blvd, including wonderful shops, cafes and restaurants. Close to all the activities Santa Monica & Venice offer, including beaches, 3rd Street Promenade, Abbott Kinney, etc. All available to you without the congestion of the tourist districts.

Cozy Bungalow Oasis | Sleeps 3
Kick back and relax in this relaxing, stylish space. Very peaceful, boutique hotel like environment in a private oasis full of greener. 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom 1 Queen size bed that fits 2 people to sleep comfortably 1 L couch that fits 1 person to sleep comfortably 1 Air mattress that fits 1 person to sleep comfortably

Santa Monica Light-Filled Tree-Top Getaway
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Rest the soul in this carefully curated apartment set in a contemporary bungalow. Escape to an elegantly furnished space with all the essentials you need, an open-plan living area, vaulted ceilings, pops of color, and a private patio where you can enjoy fresh ocean breezes.

Venice Beach Guest Studio with Pool and Hot Tub
You have a charming Spanish 1926 architecture pool house. It’s located in the back of my house with all of the amenities necessary to enjoy your stay. ***MUST LOVE DOGS: I have 1 small friendly dog that lives with me in my house in front, I will keep him inside for the most part while you are here, but he will be around.
Popular amenities for Santa Monica holiday rentals
Stay near Santa Monica's top sights
Other great holiday rentals in Santa Monica

Gorgeous Chic Flat with lovely Pool!

Cozy pad in Santa Monica, blocks from the beach!

Venice Studio – Steps from Boardwalk, Ocean View

Beach Bungalow: Steps to Pier, Promenade, & Dining

Cottage Bleu Venice

Ocean Park Beach Hut

King Oceanview Full Kitchen Studio w/ Balcony

Santa Monica Beach Luxury Oasis
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Santa Monica
Total rentals
3.9K properties
Total number of reviews
174K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
1.5K properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
1.4K properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
610 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
2.1K properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Santa Monica
All About Santa Monica
With year-round warm weather and beautiful beaches just 20 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica is a great base for exploring the bright lights of LA. The city’s six-kilometre stretch of coastline boasts golden sand, and you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to shopping, from designer stores on Montana Avenue to cool independent boutiques on Pico Boulevard. A highlight is The Strand bike trail, which runs along the coast for 35 kilometres. Starting in Santa Monica, the route passes through the hip Venice neighbourhood and Redondo Beach and finishes up beside the gentle surf at Torrance County Beach.
Santa Monica’s most famous landmark is its pier, which dates back to 1909. Visitors are drawn to the iconic red and yellow Ferris wheel, which is solar-powered and offers incredible views of the coastline from the top. There’s also an amusement park complete with a five-story rollercoaster and classic arcade games, as well as restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. Street performers line the pier, from mime acts to jugglers, and there’s always live music to enjoy on balmy Southern California evenings.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a year-round destination with warm weather and a packed programme of festivals and open-air events. You can expect hot days and nights from July to October, so remember to pack your hat and sun protection for beach days. Every Sunday evening in August, Jazz on the Lawn offers free events featuring local musicians performing in Gandara Park. November to April is a pleasant time to visit, when you won’t get the stifling hot days of summer but you can still expect mild, sunny conditions. Make your way to Santa Monica in October, when the Open Street Festival closes more than three kilometres of streets to cars and you walk freely to discover local food, music, and shops. If you’re looking for cooler weather, Santa Monica experiences what are known as the May Gray and June Gloom phenomena, when the marine layer moves in overnight, causing low clouds to hover and usually blocking out the sun until early afternoon.
Top things to do in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Beach
The city’s main beach attracts paddleboarders and surfers to its waters, and locals head here after work for seaside chess, beach volleyball, and sunset walks along the pier. Make sure to check out the original Muscle Beach, an outdoor gym area built on the sand in the 1930’s that still draws fitness buffs, gymnasts, and acrobats who put on a display.
The Strand
Also known as The Marvin Braude Bike Trail, this 35-kilometre paved trail starts in Santa Monica and passes by the towering palms and baby-blue lifeguard huts of Venice Beach. The route continues to Hermosa, where you can wander along the pier for a unique view from out in the Pacific Ocean. Redondo Beach is the next stop before the finish line at Torrance Beach. There are many places to rent a bike in town, and you can even join a bike tour to find out more about the district.
Route 66
Many visitors head to Santa Monica to see the iconic Route 66 sign, which marks the end of the most famous road in the United States. You’ll find it by the pier and, once you’ve taken the obligatory photo, take a walk past old-fashioned diners with classic neon signs, where you can tuck into a burger and sip a milkshake before a sunset paddle along the ocean.
Destinations to explore
- Southern California Holiday rentals
- Los Angeles Holiday rentals
- Stanton Holiday rentals
- Las Vegas Holiday rentals
- San Diego Holiday rentals
- Channel Islands of California Holiday rentals
- La Joya Holiday rentals
- Central California Holiday rentals
- Palm Springs Holiday rentals
- San Fernando Valley Holiday rentals
- Las Vegas Strip Holiday rentals
- Big Bear Lake Holiday rentals
- Family-friendly rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a home theatre Santa Monica
- Waterfront rentals Santa Monica
- Luxury rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with breakfast Santa Monica
- Pet-friendly rentals Santa Monica
- Cabin rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with an accessible height bed Santa Monica
- Apartment rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a kayak Santa Monica
- Smoking-friendly rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Santa Monica
- Fitness-friendly rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a fireplace Santa Monica
- Townhouse rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a fire pit Santa Monica
- Rentals with a sauna Santa Monica
- Rentals with a soaking tub Santa Monica
- Guesthouse rentals Santa Monica
- Beachfront rentals Santa Monica
- House rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a hot tub Santa Monica
- Hotel rentals Santa Monica
- Beach condo rentals Santa Monica
- Private suite rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with an accessible height toilet Santa Monica
- Villa rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with pools Santa Monica
- Boutique hotel rentals Santa Monica
- Boat rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with a beach view Santa Monica
- Rentals with a balcony Santa Monica
- Serviced apartment rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with beach access Santa Monica
- Condo rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with lake access Santa Monica
- Cottage rentals Santa Monica
- Rentals with an EV charger Santa Monica
- Rentals with outdoor seating Santa Monica
- Rentals with a patio Santa Monica
- Venice Beach
- Santa Catalina Island
- Disneyland Park
- Santa Monica Beach
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- Crypto.com Arena
- SoFi Stadium
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica State Beach
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Southern California
- Rose Bowl Stadium
- Six Flags Magic Mountain
- Silver Strand State Beach
- Knott’S Berry Farm
- Huntington Beach, California
- The Forum
- Bolsa Chica State Beach
- Disney California Adventure Park
- Topanga Beach
- Honda Center
- Sunset Boulevard
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Things to do Santa Monica
- Sports activities Santa Monica
- Art and culture Santa Monica
- Nature and outdoors Santa Monica
- Food and drink Santa Monica
- Tours Santa Monica
- Things to do Los Angeles County
- Wellness Los Angeles County
- Tours Los Angeles County
- Sightseeing Los Angeles County
- Entertainment Los Angeles County
- Art and culture Los Angeles County
- Food and drink Los Angeles County
- Sports activities Los Angeles County
- Nature and outdoors Los Angeles County
- Things to do California
- Art and culture California
- Tours California
- Wellness California
- Sports activities California
- Nature and outdoors California
- Sightseeing California
- Food and drink California
- Entertainment California
- Things to do United States
- Sightseeing United States
- Entertainment United States
- Wellness United States
- Tours United States
- Food and drink United States
- Art and culture United States
- Sports activities United States
- Nature and outdoors United States