Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel
Maximalist design-forward luxury with a distinctly Californian looseness. Bold color, vintage Mexican modernism, Moroccan tilework, and Spanish-Portuguese culinary influence — every space is intentionally layered but never feels cluttered. The rooftop draws a fashionable DTLA crowd; the lobby functions as a creative living room.
Book the Basketball Suite for the acoustics alone — the original wooden court floors and double-height ceilings make it special. The custom basketball hoop is a conversation piece.
Why It Matters
Michelin Key Award 2025 winner. Earned a 2023 LA Conservancy Preservation Award for its meticulous adaptive reuse of the 1926 Commercial Club of Southern California. The two signature suites — one built from the original basketball court (original wood floors and painted play lines intact), one wrapping the original YWCA indoor pool — are genuinely one-of-a-kind in the hotel world. Named on Condé Nast Traveler's Hot List and GQ's Most Stylish Hotels on the Planet.
A 147-room luxury boutique hotel in a 1926 Renaissance Revival landmark on Downtown LA's Broadway Corridor. Designer Kelly Wearstler worked over 100 handmade Moroccan-inspired tiles, vintage furnishings, and commissioned artwork into every corner — two suites are built inside the building's original basketball court and indoor pool. The result is somewhere between an art gallery, a members' club, and a proper California hotel.
Where You'll Stay
17 room types available
Deluxe Double Queen
Two queen beds in Italian linens in a 393 sq ft room designed for families or groups. A live-work sitting area adds flexibility. Some rooms have original windows with lofty ceilings overlooking the Herald-Examiner building. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with 100+ hand-glazed tiles, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Floors 2–6. Connects to Junior Suite.
Two Queens
Deluxe King
King bed in Italian Bellino linens with a settee and marble work-dining table for flexible use. A step up from queen rooms in terms of layout. Moroccan-inspired tiled bathroom with stonework vanity, walk-in shower. Jason Trotter abstracts, French-inspired glass pendants. Apple TV, curated minibar. Floors 3–6.
KingDeluxe King View
339 sq ft with lofty ceilings and picture windows opening onto Downtown LA's historic boulevards. Tufted settee, marble work-dining table, Jason Trotter artworks. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with over 100 artisanal tiles, stonework vanity, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities, custom robes. Apple TV, curated minibar. Floors 5–14. ADA accessible version available.
KingDeluxe Queen
The entry point for the Wearstler experience — and it still delivers. Original century-old windows catch the light in a way newer glass simply doesn't. French-inspired pendants, hand-woven rattan sconces, and Jason Trotter abstract art layer the walls. Moroccan-inspired bathrooms are clad in over 100 hand-glazed artisanal tiles with a stonework vanity and walk-in shower. Armchair and table invite slow mornings. Apple TV, curated minibar, Aesop amenities, custom robes, and Bellino Italian linens throughout. Floors 7–14.
QueenDeluxe Queen View
Same design DNA as the Deluxe Queen but with picture windows framing Downtown LA's historic street grid. At 278 sq ft, the city view adds a genuine sense of space. Moroccan-inspired bathroom, rattan sconces, Jason Trotter art, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Apple TV, curated minibar. Floors 6–14.
QueenFour Bedroom Premier Corner Suite
The property's most expansive configuration: a Premier Suite, two Deluxe Queen rooms, and a Junior Suite combined into a four-bedroom, 4.5-bath layout. Two king beds and four queen beds across separate rooms. Multiple gathering and retreat spaces, city views, and Kelly Wearstler design details and local artwork throughout. Suite perks and private LAX airport pickup included. One-night deposit required.
MultipleJunior Suite
Open 530 sq ft studio layout with a king bed in imported Italian linens and an extra-spacious sitting area. Oversized windows frame Downtown LA throughout. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with hand-glazed artisanal tiles, stonework vanity, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Suite perks: guaranteed 2 PM late checkout, nightly turndown, daily minibar refresh, pre-arrival concierge. Floors 2–6. Connects to Deluxe Double Queen.
KingPremier Corner Suite
King bedroom in Italian linens opening to a sprawling 880 sq ft living room anchored by a decorative fireplace. Two corner exposures mean light pours in from multiple angles. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with double vanity, 100+ hand-glazed artisanal tiles, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Suite perks included. Second floor.
KingPremier King
One of the building's most architecturally distinct rooms, with one-of-a-kind original details. King bed in Italian linens, settee, armchair, marble work-dining table. Moroccan-inspired bathroom clad in 100+ hand-glazed artisanal tiles, stonework vanity, walk-in shower. Jason Trotter art throughout. Connects to another Premier King room. Floors 2–8.
KingPremier King View
King bed in Italian linens at 339 sq ft with lofty ceilings and picture windows pulling in the cityscape. A tufted settee and marble work-dining table furnish the room. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with 100+ artisanal tiles, stonework vanity, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Floors 5–14.
KingPremier Suite
641 sq ft with a distinct king bedroom separate from a generous living area. Lofty ceilings make both rooms feel larger than they measure. Moroccan-inspired bathroom with a double vanity and artisanal tiled walk-in shower. City views throughout. Suite perks: guaranteed 2 PM late checkout, nightly turndown, daily minibar refresh, pre-arrival concierge. Second floor.
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Proper Basketball Suite
Once a basketball court, now one of Downtown LA's most memorable hotel rooms. The original hardwood floor is intact — painted play lines and all. A custom basketball hoop by a local artist hangs above the king bed. Double-height ceilings frame generous living and dining areas across 1,430 sq ft. 1 bed, 1.5 baths with walk-in shower, epic city views. Suite perks include private LAX airport pickup. One-night deposit and 72-hour cancellation required.
KingProper Pool Suite
The building's original YWCA indoor pool is now the centerpiece of a 2,777 sq ft suite — truly singular. Open-plan living and dining surround the pool, furnished with Portugal-inspired marble, stonework, vintage and custom pieces. A sweeping mural by LA artist Ben Medansky covers the wall. Kitchenette, 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths with walk-in shower. Suite perks include private LAX airport pickup. One-night deposit and 72-hour cancellation required.
KingThree Bedroom Premier Suite
A three-bedroom, two-bath configuration pairing a Junior Suite, a Premier Suite, and a Deluxe Double Queen room around a full-sized living room with decorative fireplace. Ideal for families or groups who want separate sleeping spaces without going full multi-room villa. Suite perks included.
MultipleTwo Bedroom Basketball Suite
The original basketball court reimagined as a two-bedroom, 2.5-bath suite at 1,960 sq ft. Spanish-influenced interiors, custom ceramic sconces, and geometric paintings fill the space. Two king beds, generous living and dining areas, epic city views. A rollaway bed is available on request. Suite perks include private LAX airport pickup. One-night deposit and 72-hour cancellation required.
Two KingsTwo Bedroom Corner Suite
A 1,230 sq ft two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite with a separate living room and city views throughout. Each bedroom has a Proper king bed in Italian linens with its own en-suite Moroccan-inspired bathroom, 100+ hand-glazed artisanal tiles, stonework vanity, walk-in shower, Aesop amenities. Suite perks included. Third floor.
Two KingsTwo Bedroom Pool Suite
The largest suite at 3,055 sq ft, built around the YWCA's original indoor pool. One king bedroom, one queen bedroom, two bathrooms. Handcrafted ceramic tile mural by Ben Medansky, Portugal-inspired marble and stonework, vintage and custom furnishings in the open-plan living and dining space. Rollaway bed on request. Suite perks include private LAX airport pickup. One-night deposit and 72-hour cancellation required.
King and QueenThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Honors the building's original 1930s athletic club legacy. State-of-the-art equipment: Woodway treadmills, Peloton bikes, Tonal strength trainers, Smith machine, dual adjustable pulley, TRX, rowers, barbells, dumbbells, medicine balls. Open around the clock exclusively for hotel guests.
Weekend afternoon tea in the 18-seat Dahlia lounge. Tealeaves loose-leaf teas, savory tea sandwiches, and seasonal sweet treats. Options from $75 per person (tea only) up to $100 per person (with Veuve Clicquot Rosé champagne). Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. Reservations required.
Linus bikes available to borrow from the hotel for exploring the neighborhood — useful for reaching the Arts District, Grand Central Market, or the South Park area.
Full-body massages, facials, nail care, and bespoke wellness treatments delivered to guest rooms via Spa Connections partnership. Contact the front desk to book.
Daily wellness classes held in the light-filled Cabrillo Club space or on the rooftop pool deck.
Flexible event spaces including salon-style meeting rooms, the rooftop terrace at Cara Cara for private buyouts, and the library lounge for intimate gatherings. Private dining at Dahlia available for up to 15 guests.
Weekly DJ events at Cara Cara rooftop around sunset, plus Sunset Thursdays with live music and skyline views. Draws a DTLA crowd and is open to non-guests.
Multi-level terraced rooftop pool deck with sweeping DTLA skyline views in every direction. Lounge seating, fire pit, umbrellas, and sun loungers. Shared with Cara Cara restaurant and bar. Open to hotel guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple event venues including flexible salon rooms, the Cara Cara rooftop for private buyouts, and the library lounge for intimate business gatherings.
High-speed complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in all guest rooms.
In-room dining available from 7am to 10pm with freshly prepared dishes from Cabrillo plus a curated menu of comfort favorites.
A nightly destination amenity fee of $58.10 applies per stay. An incidental deposit of $200 per night is collected at check-in.
Fully equipped gym open around the clock. Equipment: Woodway treadmills, Peloton bikes, Tonal strength trainers, Smith machine, dual adjustable pulley, TRX with X-mount, rower, adjustable benches, Ybells and dumbbells, medicine balls, barbell rack.
All rooms feature Aesop bath products, custom Kelly Wearstler x Parachute robes, Bellino Fine Italian linens, curated minibars with local products, Apple TV, bedside USB charging, laptop-safe, and Vifa Bluetooth speaker.
Valet parking available for hotel guests at $60+ tax per night. Restaurant guests: approximately $20 (plus tax) for 3 hours. No self-park or EV charging on-site.
One dog up to 45 lbs per room permitted. $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay. Guests who book direct via Proper Insider get no pet fees. 10% of pet fees donated to Best Friends Animal Society.
Multi-level terraced outdoor pool deck on the rooftop with DTLA skyline views, lounge seating, fire pit, umbrellas, and sun loungers. Directly connected to Cara Cara restaurant and bar.
Staff are connected via the Alice messaging system — guests can text for housekeeping, restaurant bookings, and more. The Proper App allows direct customization of services.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available for hotel guests.
A stylish library lounge serving as both a creative workspace and a gathering spot for guests. Natural light, artful design.
Linus bikes available to borrow for exploring the neighborhood.
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