Let's get this party started, as P!nk once said. But wait a minute, are you having trouble finding party venues in Santa Monica? To be honest, we're surprised, but your worries can finally be put to rest because have you seen the Los Angeles party venues we've hand-picked just for you? There are clubs and bars, private spaces, entire venues, patios with gardens you’ve never seen before... Seriously, it's time to start booking these incredible Santa Monica party venues! Book with Tagvenue today!
Booking costs of party venues average $150 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Santa Monica, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2500 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
You'll find party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Santa Monica, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $115 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4430 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 75 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 70 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $160 hire fee per hour | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 50 guests |
Cheap party venues in Santa Monica start from $30 per person or $2000 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Upstairs at Britannia Pub, from $30 per person
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great venue, the pictures actually don't do the upstairs space justice.’
The Front Room at Upper West, from $2000 minimum spend per event
(up to 45 guests standing)
Venue said: The festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. Upper West is the perfect Santa Monica private party venue to host any of your corporate events, birthdays,
Modern Creative Office at Helios Pavilion: Event & Creative Space, from $80 hire fee per hour
(up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: This is a bright office and creative workspace with full 360° windows, so natural light comes in from all sides. The layout includes a lounge and meeting area with comfortable seating and warm lighting, which works well for...
Santa Monica has a wide variety of some of the finest cuisine that Los Angeles has to offer. You will be able to find restaurants for cuisine and styles all around the world from Italian to Mexican to Japanese, and not to mention they all utilize some of the freshest seafood. If the restaurant scene didn’t convince you, there are also amazing ocean views and a refreshing seabreeze which makes dining al fresco and rooftop parties a dream.
Page last updated in September 2026
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