Guesthouse holiday rentals in Santa Monica

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Quick stats about guesthouse rentals in Santa Monica

  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 180 holiday rentals in Santa Monica

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Santa Monica holiday rentals start at $104 NZD per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 29,540 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly accommodation

    Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    100 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    180 of Santa Monica holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Santa Monica rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    Santa Monica stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    Santa Monica's top spots, include Venice Canals, Palisades Park, and Venice Beach Boardwalk

Top-rated Guesthouses in Santa Monica

Guests agree: These guesthouses are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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A wooden bench sits under a large tree, positioned to overlook a scenic valley. The landscape features rolling hills and greenery, with soft hues of sunset visible in the distance. The atmosphere appears calm and inviting, ideal for relaxation.
Guesthouse in Topanga
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 561 reviews

FAIRY RIDGE - AMAZING VIEWS - STEPS TO THE TRAILS

Escape into Topanga Canyon, the largest state park within city limits in the world, cozy up in this serene, private, and stunning 2 bedroom bungalow located only a 5 minute walk to the park trails and 12 min to the beach! Enjoy the freedom to walk to the trails, some with ocean views. Relax on the patio with a complimentary bottle of wine, enjoy the hammocks, hot tub, go surfing or watch your favorite shows from every room. You can even book a massage right on the property (pending avails)!

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Top Guest favourite
A contemporary guest studio features a spacious layout, with a King-sized bed draped in yellow and white bedding. Comfortable seating is provided on a gray sofa and a wooden dining table is set with fresh fruit. Natural light fills the room through large windows.
Guesthouse in Santa Monica
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 258 reviews

Unwind in a Designer-run Guesthouse in Santa Monica

Live like a local in this stylish, Dwell-worthy SM studio featuring a king bed, A/C, high-speed Wi-Fi, and seamless indoor/outdoor flow. Enjoy the newly landscaped backyard with gas fire pit, bocce court, seating area and private outdoor shower. Cotton linens, down bedding, natural bath products, coffee and tea are provided. Located on a quiet residential street, yet just a short walk to an array of shops and eateries. Host resides on-site as required by city ordinance. SM Bus. Lic. #218444

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Guesthouse in Mar Vista
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviews

Bright European Loft In Venice Beach

☆ Bright, Spacious & Airy ☆ 1000/1000 Fiber Internet ☆ Enterprise Grade WiFi ☆ California King Bed ☆ Large Workspace ☆ Blackout Curtains ☆ Washer & Dryer This loft will welcome you with an abundance of natural light and a soft ocean breeze through two large skylights. Wake up under the large ash tree towering over the building. Two large workspaces and blazing fast internet invite you to work from home. With just minutes from Venice Beach this is the perfect place to work, relax and enjoy LA.

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Top Guest favourite
A living area is presented with a soft gray sofa, a light marble coffee table, and a wooden chair. A small table with a floral arrangement and artwork are visible, while a television is mounted on the wall. Natural light enters through the windows, creating a bright atmosphere.
Guesthouse in Santa Monica
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

North of Montana gated luxury 1-bdrm guest house

Want bigger, better, more private accommodations than a Santa Monica luxury hotel for half the cost? Kick back and relax in this quiet, luxurious North of Montana guest house. Short walk to beach and Montana Ave stores and restaurants. Master bedroom queen sleeps two. Gourmet kitchen, filtered water, cozy dining area, work desk, laundry room with washer/dryer, easy street parking in Santa Monica’s nicest neighborhood. WiFi and smart TV. Regretfully, no additional adults, children or pets.

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A cozy living room features a blue couch with decorative pillows and a coffee table set with woven placemats. A dark wooden entertainment center holds a television and various games. Soft light filters in from nearby windows, enhancing the warm, inviting space.
Guesthouse in Ocean Park
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviews

6 blocks to SMbeach - Sunny house, Quiet street

Great location: small, quiet street 6 blocks to the beach, 5 blocks to Main Street/ Promenade restaurants and shops, and metro station. Everything you need is in walking distance. Apartment is sunny and bright, with private bathroom, kitchen, livingroom. Free parking for 1 car is available in our driveway, please reserve it with me via message when you book. New fast WiFi, New wall heaters. Cancellation after check-in requires a fee equivalent to 1 Night room rate. No dogs due to allergies.

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Top Guest favourite
A charming exterior view of the retreat showcases a house adorned with green foliage. The patio is framed by a pergola, and large glass doors offer a glimpse of the inviting indoor space. Lush grass surrounds the home, contributing to a tranquil garden atmosphere.
Guesthouse in Santa Monica
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

Secluded Studio Santa Monica

*daytime construction noise from house next-door* Bright, cheerful decor with modern amenities for a comfortable, relaxing stay at this private retreat. Ideal for exploring the best of Santa Monica. Located less than a minutes walk from the famous Ocean Avenue overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica's most desirable neighborhood. Enjoy the quiet, tranquil garden setting near Montana Avenue. Walking distance to Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade and the Santa Monica Pier.

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Top Guest favourite
A spacious bedroom features a queen-sized bed with white bedding and decorative pillows. Skylights illuminate the room, which includes a modern sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and wooden accents. A rustic sliding barn door complements the contemporary design.
Guesthouse in Culver City
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews

Chic Cottage in Cool Culver City

This newly renovated 500 sq. ft. modern Farmhouse Cottage, located in a safe, walkable neighborhood is the ideal getaway for two adults. Featuring a full kitchen and ensuite bathroom, this light, bright space has quartz countertops, wood floors, marble tiled bathroom, brand-new appliances and furnishings. Perfect for the visiting remote worker or traveler, we’re located just one mile from the heart of fashionable Culver City, 6 miles from Santa Monica, and 15 minutes from LAX.

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Top Guest favourite
A bright living area features a red sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining table with blue chairs. Natural light filters through white plantation shutters. A surfboard is mounted on the wall above, and a sliding door leads to the bedroom.
Guesthouse in Venice
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 540 reviews

Venice Beach Quiet Escape

Located blocks from famous Venice Beach, the stand alone guest house features high end, modern conveniences with an updated beach vibe. The guest house offers 1 bedroom as well as an office that converts to a second bedroom providing flexibility to sleep 4. On the border of Santa Monica, the surrounding areas have lots of choices of restaurants from fine dining to casual fare and plenty of entertainment options. Freeway close to explore all that Los Angeles has to offer!

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Top Guest favourite
A light-filled bedroom features a spacious bed adorned with navy and white decorative pillows. A wooden bench rests at the foot of the bed, accompanied by a contemporary table and chair set. Sunflowers in a vase add a touch of warmth against the clean white walls.
Guesthouse in Santa Monica
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Modern, Romantic Sea Cottage by Santa Monica Beach & Venice

Warm and welcoming, tranquil and serene, the Sea Cottage is a romantic, secluded getaway. We take great pride in ensuring it is expertly cleaned for our guests. Designer touches include Danish Modern furniture, Flokati rugs, original artwork, bamboo floors, a skylight and French doors that invite in the ocean breeze. Relax on the chaise lounge or share a meal under the vine-covered pergola in our mediterranean-inspired garden.

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Top Guest favourite
A spacious kitchen area features light wood cabinetry, a large island with seating, and modern appliances. Natural light pours in through large windows, illuminating the open living space that includes a cozy sitting area and a staircase leading to the loft above.
Guesthouse in Topanga
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

The Hideaway Retreat - Mountain Loft with Sauna

Experience this unique mountain loft, designed by a local Topanga artist, with 16' ceilings and views of the surrounding epic mountains. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine, our outdoor barrel steam sauna, and bring the kids or pets for hikes right outside the front door. Book an on-site massage or do a yoga session, watch movies on TVs in every room, or simply relax. Medley Ln offers some of the best views in all of Topanga.

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Top Guest favourite
An airy studio space features pitched ceilings and natural light flowing through the windows. A spacious bed is positioned against the wall, adjacent to a cozy sitting area with a small table. Kitchen appliances are neatly arranged along the cabinets, creating a functional cooking area.
Guesthouse in Santa Monica
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews

New Luxe Studio Guesthouse 12 blocks from Ocean

The Studio at Pergola House is a new luxury retreat, 12 blocks from the beach and bluffs north of Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, California. A beautiful escape for the business or personal traveler, guests can walk and bike to all the downtown Santa Monica shops, restaurants and our gorgeous California coastline. Return home at end of day to a studio sanctuary updated with all the comforts modern life has to offer.

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Guesthouse in Mar Vista
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Westside 1 bdrm boho oasis 15 mins to LAX

Enjoy sun-drenched mornings from our quiet and cozy backyard retreat. Our casita was completed in 2021 and offers a large one-bedroom with a king size bed with 100% cotton sheets and down comforter, a large bathroom with a double sink vanity, full kitchen, and a living room. The backyard offers multiple seating opportunities for you to kick up your feet and relax after a long day of exploring.

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