Hotels with EV Charging in Santa Monica, CA (2026)
Santa Monica caters heavily to Tesla drivers — 5 of 5 hotels have Tesla Destination chargers. Most support non-Tesla EVs too via J1772 adapters.
JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot
Tesla Dest.1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Tesla Dest.1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
Tesla Dest.101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Hotel Shangri-La
Tesla Dest.1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Viceroy Santa Monica
Tesla Dest.1819 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
EV Charging Tips for Santa Monica Hotels
- ✅ Call ahead — some hotels restrict chargers to registered guests only. Confirm port availability when booking.
- ⚡ Level 2 = overnight charging — at 6.2 kW, an 8-hour stay adds ~50 kWh (160–300 miles depending on your EV).
- 🔴 Tesla Destination chargers — 5 hotels in Santa Monica use Tesla's Magic Dock or older Gen 2 Wall Connectors. Non-Tesla EVs need a NACS adapter.
- 📱 Download the app before arrival — ChargePoint, Blink, and Tesla apps let you start sessions remotely and check real-time availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hotels in Santa Monica have EV charging stations?
Yes — 5 hotels in Santa Monica, CA have on-site EV charging stations, with a total of 23 Level 2 ports.
Is there a Tesla Supercharger near hotels in Santa Monica?
Yes — Santa Monica, CA - Santa Monica Pl - Tesla Supercharger is nearby with 16 DC fast ports.
Do hotels charge extra for EV charging?
Most hotels in Santa Monica charge a fee for EV charging, typically per session or per kWh. Check individual hotel listings above for current pricing details.