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Santa Monica Proper introduces a looser kind of luxury to Santa Monica. Here, along sun-drenched Wilshire Boulevard, within walking distance to the beach, each of the 267 rooms, suites and spaces successfully optimize the city’s abundant ocean breezes and natural light, while the interior design finds inspiration in the organic tones and textures of the local coastline. Santa Monica Proper beckons guests with the only rooftop pool deck on the Westside, a one-of-a-kind setting that includes a Balearic outdoor restaurant, bar, and cabanas, where guests are front-row for sunsets over the Pacific. Our Santa Monica Proper resort offers a true local experience in the heart of the city, walking distance from the beach, boutique shopping, health-conscious cafes, the world-class farmers market, and indulgent fine dining. Anything less just wouldn’t be Proper.
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
700 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, California
90401
Nearest Airport: SMO
My favorite hotel while visiting LA. Great location, exceptional service and amenities.
Stu F - Del Mar, California
The proper Santa Monica is our ‘go-to’ hotel for lots of good reasons. The location is perfect The building and decor is appropriately sheik and cool but not overstated. The staff are always attentive. Makes for a relaxing test sophisticated place. The two restaurants offer enough variety that dining out is not necessary.
Stephen K
Another great stay at the Proper Santa Monica. Attentive service, great atmosphere, and a wonderful stay. Each time I have been here, the staff has been exemplary. Every hotel has its challenges, and whenever I needed something taken care of, the staff was there and able to effectively and efficiently solve the problem. Thanks so much for making my time at the Proper Santa Monica comfortable and accommodating. Will be back for sure.
AMG0261
After all my travels and experiences at some of the top hotels in the world I have no problem stating the Proper in Santa Monica is in my top hotels and spas anywhere in the world. Specifically, I would like to mention a gentleman that took care of us. The Gentleman's name is Taha (which we renamed to simply T). T is thoughtful, exacting, and a hospitality professional that should be celebrated by not only management but ownership. The Hotel and Spa were very clean, and the room was a mid-century sanctuary! Cheers to the Proper, I will be staying with you anytime I am close to LA. And specifically for T if you ever find yourself not appreciated reach out to me. I would love to have you on our team!
Michael H
Proper is exactly that, a proper stay for a good nights rest. Everything is Meticulously curated and fit for a peaceful week away from the daily business and/or family visits in town. The spa is well designed and includes all of the accoutrements; trained staff in traditional Ayurvedic disciplines of wellness. This is a must have for anyone looking to be pampered, Gwyneth style!
Kamuelahawaii - Waimea, Hawaii
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