Discover One Of The Best Bachelor & Bachelorette Party Destinations

What features make the best bachelorette party destination? If you’re on the hunt for a bachelor or bachelorette destination with great year-round weather, live music, great outdoor activities for adventurous types, rooftop pools, boutique hotels, amazing dining and nightlife… then we’ve got the perfect spot for you! Read on to discover why Santa Monica is an ideal destination for your bachelor or bachelorette weekend!

Amazing Places To Stay During Your California Bachelor Or Bachelorette Party

Santa Monica is known for having unbeatable and unique accommodations. Check out some of our picks for hotels with amazing options for bachelor or bachelorette parties of all kinds.

The Coco Club

Santa Monica Pier Bachelorette Party Location

Hotel Casa Del Mar

For Groups That Love To Party

Shutters on the Beach

For The Beach Lovers And Wellness Enthusiasts

For luxury next to the sea, Hotel Casa Del Mar can’t be missed. If your group is searching for a bachelor or bachelorette destination where you can enjoy miles of coastline, a spa/salon and Mediterranean-inspired villas, unwinding at Hotel Casa Del Mar is the best place to lay your heads.

If yoga on the deck, a state-of-the-art fitness center and iconic California cuisine are more your speed, a stay at Shutters on the Beach for your bachelor or bachelorette weekend won’t disappoint.

For The Culture Lovers

For a unique and timeless stay on your bachelor or bachelorette weekend, check out Palihouse Santa Monica. Your group will be steps away from attractions like Third Street Promenade and the local farmers’ markets. The beautiful guest rooms are unforgettable and will make for a memorable bachelor or bachelorette destination.

The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is a beautiful property with a great pool, gorgeous views, a locally-sourced restaurant, spa, salon, barbershop and more. It is also home to The Bungalow, one of the most popular bars in Santa Monica.

Palihouse Santa Monica

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Where To Play During Your Bachelor or Bachelorette Party In Santa Monica

Part of the reason Santa Monica is one of the best bachelor party or bachelorette weekend destinations is because of the plethora of things to do, see and enjoy in the area!

Santa Monica is an excellent city to make your home base while you adventure throughout surrounding Los Angeles and Southern California locales.

Check out our recommendations for the best day trips from Santa Monica, and take advantage of the fun things to do nearby during your bachelorette party weekend. Then kick your shoes off and dig your toes into the sand each evening when your return to Santa Monica.

Discover our picks below for things to do in this one-of-a-kind bachelor & bachelorette destination!

Santa Monica Beach & Pier

It would be a shame to visit Santa Monica for your bachelorette weekend and miss perhaps the most iconic attractions in Santa Monica! Don’t forget to take some time to visit Santa Monica Beach and try your hand at surfing in Santa Monica’s waters, biking along the coast or just relaxing in the sand.

The Santa Monica Pier is one of the most historic and unique attractions in the area. Bring your group to the Pier to play games, ride carnival rides, enjoy the views or attend a live music show or event.

Bachelor & Bachelorette Party Nightlife

Santa Monica has a relaxed, beachy bar scene with a variety of options for going on your bachelor or bachelorette party trip. From upscale rooftop bars like The Coco Club, The Penthouse & Elephante, to trendy lounges like The Bungalow & Canary, to iconic dive bars like Chez Jay & The Gaslite, to live music at Harvelle’s Santa Monica and late-night dancing at The Room, there’s nightlife for every kind of bachelorette and bachelor party! Check out our list of Santa Monica clubs and nightlife before you hit the town!

The Penthouse

Elephante Santa Monica Beach Restaurants

Adventurous Activities

For outdoorsy and adventurous bachelor & bachelorette groups, Santa Monica is a one-stop-shop for a great time! Check out Santa Monica area hikes, spend the day outside golfing, or take the group for a surf lesson or on any of the unique Santa Monica tours offered in the area, like a beautiful tour of Malibu’s wine country.

Biking the Marvin Braude beach trail is a popular and picturesque activity that will take your group on a coastal views tour of the surrounding area. The extra fearless might even want to try their flying trapeze or aerial silks at the Trapeze School New York, where you can take a lesson in flying high above the Santa Monica Pier!

Wellness Activities

Santa Monica is one of the best bachelorette destinations for groups that love health and wellness since healthy and fun activities are available all over town! Check out Original Muscle Beach for some history and sweat or find your zen with a group yoga class on the beach led by Beach Yoga SoCal, then head over to any of the classic Santa Monica farmers markets to indulge in some fresh Californian juices, produce and farm-to-table treats.

Or, try your hand at a gourmet group cooking class inspired by local cuisines at The Gourmandise School. Wrap the day up with a relaxing spa treatment at any of the numerous spas in Santa Monica.

Outdoor Dinning Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica

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Where To Eat During Your Bachelor Or Bachelorette Party In Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a foodie’s dream come true, so bachelor and bachelorette groups that love to dine out are in for a treat! Start the day off by sitting down for a fabulous and authentic Santa Monica brunch at any of the numerous options that offer California farm-fresh cuisine and enjoy a mimosa… or two.

Be sure to check out our picks for locals’ favorite restaurants when thinking about lunch and snack stops. Our complete guide to Santa Monica Happy Hours will have you covered for light bites and cocktails in the afternoon and early evening.

Take advantage of the gorgeous weather in the area with Santa Monica’s outdoor dining options for dinner. See our complete list of Santa Monica restaurants and make reservations for your bachelor or bachelorette trip!

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