
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Best for beach-focused stays and wellness — rooftop pool, Surya Spa, and easy walk to Santa Monica Beach and Pier.
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Santa Monica Proper Hotel is a five-star, family-friendly coastal luxury hotel with a distinctive restored 1920s building, a rooftop pool, and an Ayurvedic spa—good for travelers who want beach access and wellness-focused amenities. The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills is an all-suite five-star West Hollywood luxury hotel known for large suites and a Sunset Strip / Beverly Hills–adjacent address—good for visitors who want roomy accommodations and a central West Hollywood location.
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Best for beach-focused stays and wellness — rooftop pool, Surya Spa, and easy walk to Santa Monica Beach and Pier.

Best for suite space and Sunset Strip nightlife — large, named suites and steps from the Sunset Strip.
When Santa Monica Proper Hotel wins: choose Proper if you want immediate access to Santa Monica’s beach and Pier, the Westside’s only rooftop pool, and a full Ayurvedic spa program (including the Recovery Suite and multi-hour Panchakarma options). Families and wellness-focused travelers will find more on-site programming and direct beach proximity here.
When The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills wins: pick The London West Hollywood if you want larger suite layouts, a Beverly Hills–adjacent West Hollywood address steps from the Sunset Strip and Melrose Avenue, and a classic all-suite hotel experience with meeting space and a single on-site restaurant and bar.
Bottom line: Proper is the better choice for beach access, rooftop-pool time, and an on-property spa/wellness agenda; The London West Hollywood is the choice for guests prioritizing roomy suites and an address that puts you in the heart of West Hollywood nightlife and shopping.
| Category | Santa Monica Proper Hotel | The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary coastal luxury with a restored 1920s landmark and wellness focus | All-suite urban luxury, modern and residential in feel |
| Location | Santa Monica — about an 8-minute walk to Santa Monica State Beach and Pier | West Hollywood — steps from the Sunset Strip and close to Melrose Avenue |
| Size (rooms) | 262 rooms and suites | 226 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 (must present ID and card) | All ages welcome; supplier listing indicates adultsOnly: false |
| Pools | Rooftop pool (Santa Monica’s only rooftop pool), open 8am–sundown; poolside dining | One outdoor pool (wheelchair-accessible) and poolside bar |
| Restaurants & bars | Calabra (rooftop Mediterranean–Californian) and Palma (lobby lounge) | Boxwood (on-site restaurant) plus a poolside bar and room service |
| Spa & wellness | Surya Spa — full Ayurvedic program, signature Abhyanga + Shirodhara treatments, Recovery Suite | Not published |
| Fitness | 24/7, 2,500 sq ft fitness center with Peloton, Woodway, Pilates equipment; complimentary classes | 24-hour fitness facilities (wheelchair-accessible) |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event spaces (16,000+ sq ft wedding/24,000+ sq ft meeting capacity), large ballroom | Conference space ~4,000 sq ft with 2 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Rooftop pool & comprehensive Ayurvedic spa program | Large named suites and proximity to Sunset Strip/Beverly Hills shopping |
Santa Monica Proper sits on Wilshire Boulevard, within easy walking distance of the beach, Pier, and Third Street Promenade.
Best if you want immediate beach access and classic Santa Monica walkability.
The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills is tucked on N San Vicente Blvd, a short walk from the Sunset Strip and Melrose Avenue.
Best if you want to be based in West Hollywood close to nightlife, galleries, and Beverly Hills shopping.
Proper offers 262 rooms and suites with wellness-focused design and designer interiors.
Choose Proper for designer rooms with a wellness emphasis and a range of suite sizes near the beach.
The London West Hollywood is an all-suite property with a long list of named suites and accessible options.
Choose The London for roomy, apartment-style suites and a variety of accessible and multi-bedroom layouts.
Santa Monica Proper has two signature venues anchored by rooftop Calabra and lobby lounge Palma.
Better for guests who want rooftop dining with ocean views and an all-day lobby lounge.
The London West Hollywood lists one on-site restaurant and a poolside bar; room service is available.
Better for travelers who plan to dine out around West Hollywood or want a quieter, suite-focused on-site dining option.
Proper features Santa Monica’s only rooftop pool with poolside dining and sunset views.
Ideal if you want rooftop pool time plus easy beach access in the same stay.
The London West Hollywood offers one outdoor pool and a poolside bar listed in the supplier facts.
Good if you want a hotel pool as a complement to a West Hollywood stay, not for beach proximity.
Proper centers a major Ayurvedic spa and a 24/7 fitness program alongside curated wellness spaces.
Pick Proper for a stay that prioritizes structured spa programs and daily fitness options.
The London West Hollywood places you in West Hollywood nightlife territory with easy access to bars and venues.
Pick The London if you want to use the hotel as a base for West Hollywood nightlife and shopping.

Santa Monica Proper — rooftop pool and an easy walk to Santa Monica Beach and Pier.

The London West Hollywood — extensive list of named, multi-room suites and two-bedroom options.

Santa Monica Proper — Surya Spa with Panchakarma programs, signature treatments, and a Recovery Suite.

The London West Hollywood — steps from the Sunset Strip and Melrose Avenue for dining and nightlife.
Santa Monica Proper — it welcomes children of all ages, is close to the Pier and beach, and offers family-friendly nearby activities.
The London West Hollywood — it’s an all-suite hotel with many large, named suite options and multi-bedroom layouts.
Yes — Santa Monica Proper has Surya Spa with Ayurvedic programs; The London West Hollywood’s supplier listing does not publish an on-site spa.
The London West Hollywood — it’s Beverly Hills–adjacent and closer to Rodeo Drive and the Beverly Center than Santa Monica Proper.
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