Santa Monica State Beach

Beach · Santa Monica

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"Just west of Los Angeles, this highly frequented destination centers on an iconic pier with a famous roller coaster that offers spectacular sunset views from the top of the tracks. Nearby beachfront accommodations run from luxury bungalows at the Fairmont Miramar (private patios and rentable beach cruisers) to the design-forward Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection, which offers direct beach access and complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards." - Adeline Duff Adeline Duff Adeline Duff is a writer and editor who specializes in beauty, wellness, and travel. A former Travel + Leisure editor, she discovered her passion for exploring the beauty habits of other cultures while working for the brand. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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