Age policy, kids and families at Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Santa Monica Proper Hotel is an all-ages hotel that welcomes children of any age, but the guest who checks in must be at least 21 and present a photo ID and credit card. Guests 18 and older are charged at adult rates; minors can stay but cannot register a room unaccompanied unless they meet the check-in requirement.
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Check-in, ID and minimum age
The hotel requires the person registering the room to be at least 21 and to present a valid photo ID and a credit card at check-in. This is the hotel's stated minimum check-in age for the responsible adult who signs for the room.
Guests under 21 may stay at the property, but they must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who registers the room. The minimum-check-in-age rule is about who may register, not a ban on children staying at the hotel.
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (show photo ID and credit card)
- Under-21 guests: must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian to register
- Guests 18+ are charged at adult rates
Who counts as family-friendly here
Santa Monica Proper Hotel is not an adults-only property — children of all ages are welcome and the hotel offers family rooms. Nearby family attractions include the Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park, both within walking distance.
While the hotel accommodates families, some hotel services (for example, spa access and certain pool rules) carry age restrictions or supervision requirements. Always confirm specific amenity rules when you reserve.
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Families can book room types listed by the hotel (see Rooms & beds section)
- Confirm age restrictions for specific amenities (spa, pool) before arrival
Rooms and sleeping arrangements (quick reference)
The hotel lists 15 room and suite types. Many room types offer a choice of bed configurations (king or two queens where noted). When you book, the property’s room descriptions list the available bed layout for each room type.
If you need two beds or extra sleeping space for children, select a room type that explicitly lists 2 Queen Beds or ask Guest Services about family configurations and rollaway/crib availability at booking.
| Room type | Beds (as listed by the hotel) |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds (property listing shows this option) |
| Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 King Bed |
| Deluxe Room (Landmark) | 1 Queen Bed |
| Grand Room (Landmark) | 1 King Bed |
| Premier Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Premier Suite | 1 King Bed |
Pool, rooftop and kid rules
The hotel operates the city's rooftop pool; access is included with a hotel stay. The pool hours are published as 8:00 am until sundown and poolside seating is reserved for hotel guests.
Because pool and rooftop dining area rules can vary (including supervision requirements and pet restrictions), check current pool policies with the hotel on arrival—hotel materials note pool access is for guests and that separate day-pass options for non-guests exist through third-party sellers.
- Rooftop pool hours: 8:00 am – sundown (hotel-published hours)
- Poolside seating and pool access are for hotel guests
- Non-guest day-pass options may be offered by third parties (different rules/hours)
Dining with kids: Palma and Calabra
Both Palma (lobby lounge) and Calabra (rooftop restaurant) welcome children; the property notes children of all ages are permitted to dine on-site, with those 18 and older charged at adult rates. Reservations are recommended at Calabra.
Calabra is a rooftop Mediterranean–Californian restaurant with set hours for brunch, lunch, proper hour and dinner; Palma serves all-day small plates and cocktails in the lobby. Dress codes are casual; confirm operating hours when you arrive as posted times can change.
- Calabra hours include weekend brunch and nightly dinner service (check the hotel site or Guest Services for current times)
- Palma operates as the lobby lounge with all-day small plates and juice/cocktail service
- Children may dine in both venues; adult pricing begins at 18
Spa, fitness and age restrictions
Surya Spa operates at the hotel and offers Ayurvedic programs and signature treatments. The spa’s stated hours are daily 8:00 am–8:00 pm, but specific treatment availability and age rules should be checked at booking.
Children under 18 require adult supervision to access the spa. The fitness center is open 24 hours and the hotel runs complimentary yoga and bootcamp classes; confirm class age limits when you sign up.
- Surya Spa hours (hotel listing): daily 08:00–20:00
- Children under 18 require adult supervision in the spa
- Fitness center is open 24 hours; complimentary weekly yoga and bootcamp classes are offered
Practical family tips before you arrive
Bring a credit card and photo ID for the adult who will check in. The hotel does not accept cash for charges; review accepted payment methods in advance.
Ask Guest Services about crib/rollaway availability, children's menus, babysitting services, and bicycle availability for family rides; these services are mentioned in hotel materials but availability may vary by date and demand.
- ID and credit card required at check-in; cash is not accepted
- Confirm crib, rollaway, babysitting and children’s menu availability before arrival
- Valet parking and breakfast carry additional charges
