Santa Monica Proper marries the elevated design of Kelly Wearstler with a 1920’s era- landmark building and new contemporary architecture. 267 guest rooms and suites, many with terraces, embody the relaxed sophistication of the California lifestyle, with interiors inspired by the colors and textures of the neighboring coastline. Take in the panoramic views from the only rooftop pool deck in Santa Monica, choose from our two dining options, indulge in a treatment in the first-ever Surya Ayurvedic Hotel Spa, or take advantage of over 24,000 square feet of high-design meeting and event spaces. For the first luxury urban resort to open in Santa Monica in over a decade, anything less just wouldn’t be Proper.
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
A Design hotel. Rialto is a Design Hotels Collective agency and can provide VIP access and offers.
Stay above the curve at the 267-room Santa Monica Proper. A landmark 1920s building adds Spanish Colonial charm to this new-build hotel’s curvaceous design, which incorporates reclaimed oak hardwood floors, organic tones and textures, and inspired pieces by local artists. Practice yoga and TM, relax on the Westside’s only rooftop pool deck, or get an in-depth Ayurvedic assessment followed by a color therapy session in the serene spa. Mediterranean-Californian cuisine comes with panoramic Pacific views at the elevated Calabra bistro.
700 Wilshire Blvd, CA 90401 Santa Monica, CA, United States
About Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Santa Monica’s famous Third Street Promenade and downtown farmers market are a short stroll away; or hop on a complimentary Pedal e-bike and head over to the iconic Santa Monica Pier.

Design Hotels Collective benefits, included
Design Hotels Collective is Design Hotels' invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below.
- Daily breakfast for two
- $100 hotel credit per stay
- Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
- Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
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Rooms and suites
Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?
No - VIP rates under Design Hotels Collective always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.
What is the value of the VIP benefits?
Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.
How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?
Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.
Can my AI assistant book this hotel?
Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT and ask for rates. You finish the booking on a secure Rialto page. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.
Rates are shown to members
Rialto is invitation-only. Apply for access and hear back within 24 hours.