| this laid-back, eco-chic hotel is 2 miles from the shops and eateries along the 3rd street promenade and the santa monica pier. rooms decorated in earth tones with modern furniture feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minibars, plus natural toiletries and recycling containers; some have hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings. studios add terraces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. freebies include organic continental breakfast, use of loaner bikes and a shuttle service (up to a 3 mile radius of hotel). theres also a 24-hour fitness room and preferred parking (surcharge) for hybrid vehicles. in-room dining is available 24/7
Los Angeles International Airport 21 min
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (20 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Pacific Park (11 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. Venice Canals (16 min)
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (20 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. TCL Chinese Theatre (31 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Griffith Observatory (37 min)
This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. The Getty (16 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Palisades Park (7 min)
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views. The Original Farmers Market (21 min)
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. The Getty Villa (14 min)
Former tycoon's residence modeled after 1st-century Italian villa, with Greek & Roman artifacts. Universal Studios Hollywood (27 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Downtown Santa Monica (7 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. Hollywood Sign (36 min)
Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Santa Monica State Beach (7 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. Santa Monica Pier (10 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. | 
