Welcome to an original in the heart of Santa Monica, where the ease of the coast brings California to life. For over twenty years, our beach-side hideaway has been a home-away-from-home, embodying the relaxed attitude of coastal living. With an intimate collection of guestrooms and suites, Sugar Palm’s coastal fare and inspired cocktails, poolside cabanas, and the sound of waves crashing in the distance, your own California story is ready to unfold.
Santa Monica Accommodations
Whether your view is of the ocean or the city, the outlook is clear: Viceroy Santa Monica offers the most luxurious way to relax on the coast. Our guestrooms and suites are sun-washed sanctuaries filled with natural textures, ocean blues and radiant yellows. Just like the beach scene beyond your door, they offer energy and relaxation in equal balance. And with soothing design elements, from art specifically created for the hotel to sea glass-inspired fixtures, you’ll feel each moment is a true escape.
Dining & Nightlife
From lounging and dining on the outdoor terrace to caffeinated creations at our Café, Viceroy Santa Monica offers a wide array of dining and nightlife options for our guests.
Exclusive Offers and Packages
Explore LA's top arts and culture attractions
Discover Richard Meer’s cutting-edge architecture at the Getty Center, plus works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Rembrandt. Perched high above Los Angeles, it’s one of the world’s largest arts organizations. Take in the splendor of the seasonally changing gardens and, on clear days, breathtaking views of the Los Angeles and Pacific Ocean. Among the best museums in Los Angeles, don’t miss the Hammer Museum’s edgy contemporary art. Round off any trip to Santa Monica with a visit to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), the largest art museum in the west where you can explore cultures from ancient times to the present.
Locations and activities to add to your must-see list
Famous Route 66 leads directly to the Santa Monica Pier, one of the city’s most celebrated activities since 1908. It’s impossible to miss the iconic Ferris wheel, vintage carousel, and roller coaster. Don’t miss the free concerts and outdoor movies in the summertime. Along Ocean Avenue, alfresco dining spots and the palm-lined Palisades Park provide enviable beachfront hangouts. And no visit to Santa Monica is complete without a trip to a local farmer’s market. Join more than 900,000 shoppers to enjoy the city’s selection of fresh, seasonal produce year-round.
Enjoy year-round sunbathing, swimming and hiking
There’s no better way to enjoy Southern California than at the beach. Get refreshed and relaxed at Santa Monica Beach where year-round sunbathing and swimming are a given. Or escape the beach for the Pacific Palisades at Temescal Gateway Park, one of the most popular in the Santa Monica mountains. More than 140 acres of oak and sycamore canyons, views, and more await adventurous travelers seeking the “Big Wild” – complete with 20,000 acres of nature trails to explore. At the Self-Realization Center, you can switch off the outside world for a quiet oasis with yoga and meditation.
Shop at one-of-kind boutiques on 3rd Street Promenade to the famous Rodeo Drive
Carefree and car-free, the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica has the best shopping in town. Grab a bite to eat, explore one of the city’s farmers' markets, or shop for new clothes. Experience the laid-back vibe of nearby Venice on the mile-long Abbot Kinney Boulevard, full of upscale boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. And no trip to LA would be complete without a visit to famous Rodeo Drive, the three-block stretch in Beverly Hills where well-heeled locals shop for Gucci and Dior.
Wellness, Santa Monica Style
Our beach community is big on living your best life and that includes fitness. We’re focused on wellness so you can stick with your routine. Take advantage of personalized one-on-one training, either in the fitness center or outdoors on Santa Monica Beach.
Upcoming Events & Activities
Après Surf Lounge — A Fireside Winter Experience
Our Après Surf Lounge arrives this winter, blending California surf culture with après-ski spirit on our palm-lined terrace.
Skateboarding & Surfing Lessons
Learn to ride a wave or skateboard on the boardwalk with our partners at Coyote Surf & Skateboarding School.
Happy Hour at Sugar Palm
Join us for daily Happy Hour under the palms at Sugar Palm Santa Monica.
