Hotel we love

Boho buzz meets laid-back luxury at Santa Monica Proper, a Kelly Wearstler-designed haven in the heart of the city

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FROM the moment you step through the door of the Proper (or even more likely perhaps the moment a well-dressed valet scampers up to take your keys), you feel a sense of repose – no easy feat when you're at a hotel in busy, buzzy Santa Monica, just west of downtown LA. Thanks to stunningly designed interiors that focus on sinuous curves and tactile textures, this hotel marries city chic with beachside style beautifully.