
Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Best for beach-adjacent stays, a rooftop pool deck, and wellness-focused programming.
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Santa Monica Proper Hotel is a five-star, design-forward hotel on the Santa Monica coast best for travelers who want a rooftop pool, beach access and an Ayurvedic spa. The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne is an ultra-luxury five-star Beverly Hills hotel near Rodeo Drive for travelers who want a classic Beverly Hills address and polished service.
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Best for beach-adjacent stays, a rooftop pool deck, and wellness-focused programming.

Best for a traditional Beverly Hills luxury stay, proximity to Rodeo Drive, and formal meeting/event spaces.
When Santa Monica Proper Hotel wins: choose Proper when you want immediate access to Santa Monica attractions and the only rooftop pool on the Westside, plus a strong focus on Ayurvedic spa treatments and wellness programming.
When The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne wins: choose Maybourne for an ultra-luxury Beverly Hills address, a quieter downtown-Beverly location steps from Rodeo Drive, more traditional luxury service, and extensive on-site meeting/banquet facilities.
Bottom line: Pick Santa Monica Proper for beachside energy, rooftop pool time, and wellness; pick The Maybourne Beverly Hills for a formal Beverly Hills luxury experience and a central Rodeo Drive location.
| Category | Santa Monica Proper Hotel | The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Design-forward coastal luxury with wellness focus | Classic ultra-luxury Beverly Hills hotel |
| Location | 700 Wilshire Blvd — about an 8-minute walk to Santa Monica State Beach and the Pier | 225 North Canon Drive — a short walk to Rodeo Drive and Beverly Gardens Park |
| Size (rooms) | 262 rooms and suites | 203 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 (must present ID and card) | All ages welcome; adult-only policy: Not published |
| Pools | Only rooftop pool on the Westside — rooftop pool open 8am–sundown; poolside seating for guests | One outdoor pool plus pool cabanas (surcharge noted in supplier listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | Calabra (rooftop Mediterranean–Californian) and Palma (lobby lounge) | The Terrace (Californian cuisine) + 1 coffee shop/cafe; 2 bars/lounges listed |
| Spa & wellness | Surya Spa — flagship Ayurvedic spa with Panchakarma and signature Abhyanga + Shirodhara | Full-service spa with treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, and spa services on site |
| Meeting & events | Extensive event space (about 16,000–24,000 sq ft across ballroom, terraces and meeting rooms) | 7 meeting rooms, ballroom and reception halls suitable for high-end events |
| Transport & parking | Valet parking (fee), accessible to public transit and Big Blue Bus; free bicycles on site | Valet parking (surcharge), limo/town car service available, airport shuttle (surcharge) |
| Accessibility & family features | Welcomes children, wheelchair-accessible paths and facilities listed | Family-friendly listing noted; wheelchair-accessible restaurant and public washroom |
Santa Monica Proper sits steps from Santa Monica attractions and the beach.
Choose Proper for direct beach and Santa Monica walkability.
The Maybourne Beverly Hills is centrally located in Beverly Hills near Rodeo Drive.
Choose Maybourne for a classic Beverly Hills shopping and downtown experience.
Proper has 262 rooms and suites with Kelly Wearstler interiors and wellness touches.
Proper’s rooms emphasize design and wellness with many room types near the rooftop.
Maybourne lists 203 individually decorated guestrooms across a range of room types.
Maybourne offers a traditional, individually styled Beverly Hills room experience.
Proper’s food and drink center on rooftop Calabra and the lobby Palma lounge.
Proper is oriented toward rooftop dining with coastal views and casual-luxe lobby fare.
Maybourne offers Californian dining at The Terrace plus multiple bars and a coffee shop.
Maybourne provides classic hotel dining options with multiple outlets and in-room service.
Proper’s defining amenity is its rooftop pool — the only rooftop pool on the Westside.
If a rooftop pool and ocean views matter, Proper is the clearer choice.
Maybourne has an outdoor pool and pool cabanas available (surcharge for some services).
Maybourne offers a classic hotel pool experience paired with Beverly Hills access.
Proper centers wellness around Surya Spa and a private Recovery Suite.
Proper is a strong pick for guests seeking structured wellness and specialized Ayurvedic programs.
Maybourne provides full spa services plus fitness and sauna/steam facilities.
Maybourne suits guests who want traditional luxury spa treatments and hotel services in Beverly Hills.

Santa Monica Proper — the hotel's rooftop pool and direct walkability to the beach make it ideal for beach-focused stays.

The Maybourne Beverly Hills — near Rodeo Drive and Beverly Gardens Park, it’s the choice for a central Beverly Hills experience.

Santa Monica Proper — Surya Spa’s Panchakarma and signature Ayurvedic treatments are a distinguishing feature.

The Maybourne Beverly Hills — multiple meeting rooms and ballroom space make it better suited for classic meetings and high-end events.
Santa Monica Proper — it’s a short walk to Santa Monica State Beach and has the Westside’s only rooftop pool.
The Maybourne Beverly Hills — a short walk from Rodeo Drive and Beverly Gardens Park, it places you in the heart of Beverly Hills shopping.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; note Santa Monica Proper’s minimum check-in age is 21 (unaccompanied minors cannot register themselves).
Yes. Santa Monica Proper features Surya Spa with Ayurvedic programs; The Maybourne has a full-service spa with treatment rooms and sauna/steam facilities.
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