
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Best for beach-focused stays and wellness-driven travelers who want a rooftop pool and Ayurvedic spa close to Santa Monica Pier.
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Santa Monica Proper Hotel is a five-star, design-forward coastal hotel with 262 rooms, the Westside’s only rooftop pool, and a strong wellness focus — ideal for travelers who want easy beach access and wellness amenities. Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is an established five-star property near Beverly Hills with broad luxury recognition — best for guests who prefer a classic luxury hotel close to shopping and Hollywood sights.
Updated · about 16–18 km apart

Best for beach-focused stays and wellness-driven travelers who want a rooftop pool and Ayurvedic spa close to Santa Monica Pier.

Best for travelers seeking a traditional, full-service luxury hotel near Beverly Hills shopping, museums, and Sunset Strip.
When Santa Monica Proper Hotel wins: choose Proper if you want to be near the beach, use the Westside’s only rooftop pool, and prioritize on-site wellness (Surya Spa, Recovery Suite) and a coastal dining vibe.
When Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills wins: pick Four Seasons if you prefer a larger, full-service luxury hotel with multiple restaurants, a classic five-star program, and a central Beverly Hills location convenient to Melrose, The Grove, and Rodeo Drive.
Bottom line: For a beach-and-wellness–centric Los Angeles stay, Santa Monica Proper is the better fit; for a recognizable, full-service luxury experience closer to Beverly Hills and Hollywood attractions, the Four Seasons is the safer choice.
| Category | Santa Monica Proper Hotel | Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Design-forward coastal luxury, wellness emphasis | Established, classic five-star luxury hotel |
| Location | Short walk (about 8 minutes) to Santa Monica State Beach and the Pier | Centrally located near Beverly Hills, Melrose, and The Grove |
| Size (rooms) | 262 rooms and suites | 285 rooms and suites |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 (exceptions when accompanied) | Family-friendly (children 18 and younger stay free with parents); adults allowed |
| Pools | Rooftop pool (only rooftop pool on the Westside); guest-only hours 8am–sundown | Outdoor pool, hot tub, poolside bar, pool cabanas (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Calabra (rooftop Mediterranean-Californian) and Palma (lobby lounge) | Three on-site restaurants including Culina Modern Italian, coffee shop/cafe, and a bar/lounge |
| Spa & wellness | Surya Spa (Ayurvedic flagship), Recovery Suite with sauna and cold plunge, extensive wellness programming | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials, sauna and steam facilities |
| Known for | Design by Kelly Wearstler, rooftop pool deck, Ayurvedic treatments and Recovery Suite | Trusted Four Seasons brand, central Beverly Hills location, comprehensive luxury services |
| Parking & transport | Valet parking (fee), free bicycles, near Big Blue Bus and Metro E Line access in Santa Monica | Valet parking (fee, limited on-site spaces), complimentary area shuttle within 2 mi |
| Family & kids | Welcomes children of all ages; family rooms and kids’ offerings | Allows children (up to 2 children 18 and younger stay free with parents) |
Santa Monica Proper sits on Wilshire Boulevard a short walk from the beach, Third Street Promenade, and the Pier.
Choose Proper if being within easy walking distance of Santa Monica’s beach and attractions matters.
Four Seasons sits near Beverly Hills in central Los Angeles, convenient for shopping and Hollywood-area attractions.
Choose Four Seasons for easy access to Beverly Hills and Los Angeles cultural and shopping destinations.
Santa Monica Proper has 262 rooms and suites designed with layered textures and wellness-focused amenities.
Pick Proper for rooms with a strong design and wellness orientation close to the ocean.
Four Seasons has 285 air-conditioned rooms, many with private balconies and standard luxury amenities.
Pick Four Seasons for a broad selection of classic luxury room types and suite options.
Santa Monica Proper offers two signature venues: Calabra (rooftop) and Palma (lobby lounge).
Choose Proper for rooftop dining with ocean views and a smaller collection of curated outlets.
Four Seasons offers three on-site restaurants including Culina Modern Italian, plus 24-hour room service.
Choose Four Seasons for greater on-site dining variety and classic hotel dining service.
Santa Monica Proper’s defining amenity is its rooftop pool — the only rooftop pool on the Westside.
Choose Proper if a rooftop pool with ocean views and an integrated rooftop restaurant matters.
Four Seasons provides an outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna and pool cabanas (some cabanas may incur surcharges).
Choose Four Seasons for a more conventional hotel pool experience with cabanas and related services.
Santa Monica Proper centers its wellness offering on Surya Spa and a private Recovery Suite.
Choose Proper if specialized Ayurvedic treatments and an on-site Recovery Suite are priorities.
Four Seasons offers a full-service spa with massages, facials and wellness treatments plus easy access to Beverly Hills nightlife.
Choose Four Seasons if you want a traditional luxury spa plus close proximity to LA nightlife and dining scenes.

Santa Monica Proper — a short walk to Santa Monica State Beach and Pier, with the Westside’s only rooftop pool.

Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills — an established five-star name with broad traveler recognition and full-service facilities.

Santa Monica Proper — Surya Spa’s Ayurvedic programs, Recovery Suite, and wellness-focused rooms stand out.

Four Seasons — three restaurants, a coffee shop, and full room service provide more on-site dining options.
Santa Monica Proper is much closer — about an 8-minute walk to Santa Monica State Beach; Four Seasons is in central Beverly Hills and not within walking distance of the beach.
Santa Monica Proper’s Surya Spa focuses on Ayurvedic programs and includes the Recovery Suite; Four Seasons offers a full-service spa with traditional massages and facials.
Yes. Santa Monica Proper welcomes children of all ages (minimum check-in age 21 for the registering guest); Four Seasons allows children and notes up to two children 18 and younger stay free with parents.
Four Seasons has more on-site outlets (three restaurants plus cafe and bars), while Santa Monica Proper focuses on two signature venues including a rooftop restaurant.
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