An Unparalleled Santa Monica Wedding Destination

Make Santa Monica your sophisticated wedding destination with 16,000 square feet of versatile event space for grand black-tie celebrations, intimate courtyard ceremonies, private tasting dinners, and rooftop receptions. Our luxury lifestyle boutique hotel pampers with year-round activities and boutique amenities for a memorable California wedding weekend. Located in downtown Santa Monica, our hotel offers easy access for all your guests. Professional on-site specialists, internationally acclaimed design by Kelly Wearstler, and customized menus elevate the Proper spirit of meaningful celebration.

Canela Ballroom

THE STATEMENT MAKER

Whether casual or formal, make a lasting impression with your larger reception in the Kelly Wearstler-designed Canela Ballroom. This elegant space transforms into a festive, beautifully lit venue, complete with a pre-function foyer and dedicated elevator bank. For smaller receptions, the ballroom is flexible and can be divided into Canela A and Canela B.

Pre-Function Foyer

A FOYER TO LINGER

Enter through our art-filled lobby or dedicated elevator bank to find the elegant pre-function area. This open space is perfect for check-ins, with vintage seating ideal for socializing or breakout cocktails.

Olea Garden Terrace

EN PLEIN AIR

This much annual sunshine calls for al fresco ceremonies and cocktail functions. Flexible to suit both formal and casual occasions, the courtyard is an open-air location on the second floor. Enjoy California’s pristine weather and city views with lounge-style vignettes throughout the curved, lushly planted space. The courtyard offers the flexibility to expand festivities with adjacent meeting rooms, Surge and Converge.

Calabra Terrace

UNFORGETTABLY AL FRESCO

Celebrate with the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop on Calabra’s stunning rooftop Terrace. This inspiring setting is perfect for receptions, group dinners, or al fresco parties. For larger gatherings, the Terrace can be paired with the adjacent Calabra Lounge or included as part of a complete rooftop buyout.

Converge

HOLISTIC HOSPITALITY

Located off the second-floor corridor, west-facing Converge offers a light and bright space with glass walls and doors opening onto a Juliet balcony with colorful city views. The slab bar with an antiqued mirror backsplash and the indoor-outdoor setting make Converge a flexible space for social receptions and hospitality suites.

Calabra Lounge

TOP IT ALL OFF

For intimate celebrations and rehearsal dinners, the rooftop Calabra Lounge pairs ocean views with a changing lineup of sustainable seafood.

Proper Ingredients

FINE TASTES

Our on-site event specialists personalize hospitality by using in-season California ingredients to create specially-designed event menus. Expect distinctive fare that marries local and global flavors, making your wedding truly special.

Room Blocks

Offer your guests the convenience of room blocks. Whether it’s rooms on the same floor, connecting rooms for family and friends, or spa suites for the bridal party, let Proper help you assemble the ultimate hospitality suite and room blocks.

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