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Top Santa Monica LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Regent Santa Monica Beach
5 out of 5
1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$1,554 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$1,554
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Amazing place beautiful atmosphere and surrondings. This hotel is one of my favorites of all."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Regent Santa Monica Beach
Fairmont Miramar Hotel
5 out of 5
101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$716 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$716
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
4 out of 5
530 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$437 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$437
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (103 reviews)
"Valet parking, clean room, friendly staff, close to the beach!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
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Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$407 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$407
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,139 reviews)
Don’t hesitate
"I was really impressed by the friendliness of this hotel. I really do wish they had a spa, but my girls enjoyed the pool. I really love the remodel and everything was great."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
3 out of 5
501 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$351 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$351
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"3 blocks away from SM Pier. Safe/secure building. Excellent breakfast. Indoor pool. Valet parking was 100% worth it. Be nice and tip the kid who brings you your car!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$776 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$776
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (315 reviews)
"I love this hotel! It is so cozy and beautiful. The restaurant is wonderful. And the pool and cabanas were top-notch. I will definitely revisit soon!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection
Hotel Carmel
3 out of 5
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The valet parking was a bit expensive but extremely convenient. This hotel is about location it’s 2 blocks from the pier and very close to the mall, what else could you want, it’s not the Hilton but has its own charming appeal. I like the rooms on the west side and the front desk and we do kind to ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel Carmel
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
5 out of 5
700 Wilshire Blvd (entrance on 7th St), Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$1,051 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$1,051
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (678 reviews)
All around great time
"The ambiance in the room was amazing. The amenities were great. Room service was great too. I just wished that the remote worked better. Otherwise, I would love to return"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica
3 out of 5
425 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$430 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$430
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Cleanest place ever! We always use cleaning wipes to clean the room and this time NO DIRT came up! Super clean and friendly staff too! Worth the money spent."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica
The Ambrose
3.5 out of 5
1255 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$510 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$510
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (820 reviews)
"Front desk staff friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

The Ambrose
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Santa Monica?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Santa Monica depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Santa Monica gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Monica with Expedia?


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Santa Monica offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.