Close Proximity to Santa Monica Shopping

Santa Monica Place, across the street from our hotel and on the south end of the Promenade, is scheduled to re-open fall 2009, destined to be the city's newest and hottest shopping option. Walk to the stylish shops of the downtown area's Bayside District and Third Street Promenade. Hop on the Tide Ride to peruse the ample offerings at nearby Main Street, and don't forget that Beverly Hills' fabulous Rodeo Drive is also a short drive or bus ride away. Check out some of the most popular Santa Monica shopping districts:

Bayside District & Third Street Promenade
Shop to your heart's content in the heart of downtown Santa Monica on the pedestrian-only Third Street Promenade. Search for chic apparel in name brand stores such as French Connection, bebe, A/X Armani Exchange and Fred Segal or find the perfect pair (or pairs) of shoes at Aldo, Nine West and Lorin, a local boutique.

Whether you need souvenirs and gifts or home furnishings, books and music, the Bayside District is the place. In addition to a great spot for shopping, this area features an abundance of entertainment options including movie theatres, a scrumptious variety of fine dining establishments, bars and nightclubs and intriguing street performances.

Main Street
Just a quick Tide ride away from our Santa Monica Beach hotel, Main Street is another shoppers' haven. Get your bearings by stopping first at the Santa Monica Walk-In Visitor Information Center. Here you can get bus routes, city maps and general information. Souvenirs and retail items are also available. Main Street, just two blocks from the beach, also features an eclectic variety of shops offering the latest in California and international fashion.

Transport yourself to France at Paris 1900 or check out the latest in active wear at Natural High Lifestyle. Look for unique handmade jewelry at Accents and shop for designer home furnishings at Ashland & Hill. Dine at The Galley, Santa Monica's oldest restaurant or one of Wolfgang Puck's two renowned restaurants.

Montana Avenue
Savor the refreshing ocean air as you stroll ten blocks of upscale shops on Montana Avenue. A favorite destination for locals, stars and tourists alike, Montana Avenue boasts an impressive assortment of trendy boutiques and one-of-a-kind stores.

Celebrity moms love stores such as JennyBec's, Mom's the Word and babystyle while the adventurous set gravitates to places like Diane's Beachwear, Aquatic Fitness and Sun Precautions. For up-to-the-minute trends in home décor, be sure to visit Shabby Chic, Baldwin and Company or Dan Marty Design.

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