Santa Monica is Los Angeles’ beach city - a charming seaside town with all of the culture, events and urban amenities of a bustling metropolis. The blend of Santa Monica’s natural beauty, award winning dining, incomparable hotel collection and famed shopping options, all on one of California’s most iconic stretches of shoreline, creates a truly unforgettable seaside destination. Santa Monica is 8 miles/13 km from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) making it a convenient base of stay to explore the greater Los Angeles region.