Historic Hotels & Resorts in Santa Monica from NZ$460

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Santa Monica is probably on top of your sightseeing itinerary. And while you’re here, you can check out the acclaimed art scene and scenic seaside. You can also take time at the major shopping area in this walkable area.

Based on our travel expertise, The Pierside Santa Monica is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Hollywood Boulevard is a short 18-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Hotel Carmel and Ocean View Hotel.

Santa Monica is home to 326 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Top places to visit include Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. In the area, you’ll also find SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Walk of Fame.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Santa Monica, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Santa Monica, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.