| the polished rooms have free wi-fi, plus flat-screen tvs, ipod docks and coffeemakers; some have ocean views and pull-out sofas. adjacent to the santa monica pier, this modern hotel is an 8-minute walk from the shops and restaurants at third street promenade, and 5. suites add separate sitting areas. 5 miles from the getty villa. bikes and valet parking are available for a fee. there's a restaurant serving california cuisine, a lounge, and a heated outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center and meeting space. room service is offered. minifridges and microwaves are available (fee). check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Los Angeles International Airport 21 min
Universal Studios Hollywood (26 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (20 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Palisades Park (2 min)
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views. Santa Monica State Beach (7 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. Downtown Santa Monica (5 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (20 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. The Getty (15 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. The Original Farmers Market (22 min)
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. Will Rogers State Beach (10 min)
Public beach featuring an on-site restaurant, volleyball courts, showers & a bike trail. Santa Monica Pier (4 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. The Getty Villa (10 min)
Former tycoon's residence modeled after 1st-century Italian villa, with Greek & Roman artifacts. Pacific Park (6 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. Venice Canals (11 min)
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians. Heal the Bay Aquarium (3 min)
Education-oriented marine center with over 100 local species & hands-on exhibits like touch tanks. TCL Chinese Theatre (31 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. | 
