Oceana Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Across the street from Palisades Park, this breezy beach hotel is a 14-minute walk from shops and dining at the 3rd Street Promenade and 1 mile from the Santa Monica Pier.

Bright, eclectically furnished rooms (some with ocean views) feature free Wi-Fi, iPads, flat-screen TVs and workstations. Suites add living areas and/or kitchenettes. In-room dining and spa services are available.

Free amenities include a glass of Prosecco at check-in, daily yoga classes, bike rentals and weekend surfing lessons. There's also a gym and an outdoor pool with a fireplace and a juice bar, and a guests-only eatery serves Southern California cuisine.