Santa Monica Proper Hotel

Santa Monica Proper Hotel redefines the luxury hotel wedding venue experience in the heart of Santa Monica, California. Just a short stroll from the Pacific Ocean, our award-winning design hotel blends the city’s coastal ease with modern sophistication, offering over 16,000 square feet of flexible event space — ideal for intimate gatherings, formal sit-down celebrations for up to 180 guests, or reception-style events for up to 250 guests. Couples can exchange vows on the open-air Olea Garden Terrace, surrounded by lush greenery and sweeping city views, or host sunset cocktails on the stunning Calabra Rooftop Terrace, where ocean vistas and cascading palm trees frame the distinctive interiors of world-renowned designer Kelly Wearstler. Receptions come to life in the elegant Canela Ballroom, a versatile space perfect for black-tie affairs or lively dinner-and-dance celebrations beneath warm, modern lighting. With a Michelin Key-awarded culinary team and Calabra — ranked among The Zoe Report’s Best Rooftop Bars — your guests will savor elevated, locally inspired food and beverage experiences that define California luxury. Recognized by Travel + Leisure as one of the “Top 10 Hotels in Greater Los Angeles” (2023–2025) and by U.S. News & World Report as the “#1 Hotel in Santa Monica,” Santa Monica Proper delivers world-class hospitality, iconic design, and coastal sophistication for every celebration. Our dedicated wedding specialists curate each event with care — from your first walkthrough to the final toast — ensuring every detail feels effortlessly Proper. Contact us today to schedule a private tour and receive our FREE digital wedding guide!