Casa del Mar (Santa Monica)
Los Angeles
USA
Overview
Set directly along the golden sands of Santa Monica, Casa del Mar offers World Cup travelers a rare combination: front-row access to Los Angeles’ coastal lifestyle and a stay steeped in nearly a century of glamour, history, and oceanfront luxury.
Originally opened in 1926 as an exclusive beach club for Hollywood’s elite, the property quickly became one of Southern California’s most coveted social playgrounds. Santa Monica itself was still emerging as a seaside destination, and Casa del Mar stood at the center of its rise—welcoming actors, socialites, and tastemakers drawn to its Italian Renaissance architecture and sweeping Pacific views.
Today, that legacy lives on in a hotel that feels both timeless and contemporary. The grand lobby—with its soaring ceilings, mosaic floors, and dramatic staircase—opens toward the ocean, creating a sense of arrival that is unmistakably cinematic. Across its 129 rooms and suites, large windows frame uninterrupted views of the Pacific, allowing guests to experience the rhythm of the coast from sunrise to sunset.
For World Cup visitors, the hotel’s beachfront location is its defining advantage. Just steps from the iconic Santa Monica Pier and within easy reach of fan zones, shopping districts, and nightlife, Casa del Mar offers both access and escape. Guests can move seamlessly from the energy of match-day celebrations to quiet moments along the shoreline, where bike paths and oceanfront promenades stretch for miles.
The experience is further elevated by a strong sense of place. Dining venues highlight seasonal Southern California cuisine, while the ocean-facing Terrazza restaurant channels the elegance of the Italian coast. The Sea Wellness Spa and private pool terrace provide a restorative counterbalance to the excitement of the tournament—spaces designed for relaxation, mindfulness, and renewal.
Yet what truly distinguishes Casa del Mar is its atmosphere. There is a softness to the experience—sunlight filtered through coastal haze, the sound of waves just beyond the windows, and an understated sophistication that feels effortlessly Californian. It is a hotel that doesn’t compete with the spectacle of Los Angeles, but rather complements it with calm, beauty, and perspective.
As the world gathers in Los Angeles for the World Cup, Casa del Mar offers more than just a place to stay—it offers a coastal narrative. Between matches, guests don’t simply return to a hotel; they return to the edge of the Pacific, where history, luxury, and the spirit of California come together in one of the city’s most iconic seaside retreats.
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Originally opened in 1926 as an exclusive beach club for Hollywood’s elite, the property quickly became one of Southern California’s most coveted social playgrounds. Santa Monica itself was still emerging as a seaside destination, and Casa del Mar stood at the center of its rise—welcoming actors, socialites, and tastemakers drawn to its Italian Renaissance architecture and sweeping Pacific views.
Today, that legacy lives on in a hotel that feels both timeless and contemporary. The grand lobby—with its soaring ceilings, mosaic floors, and dramatic staircase—opens toward the ocean, creating a sense of arrival that is unmistakably cinematic. Across its 129 rooms and suites, large windows frame uninterrupted views of the Pacific, allowing guests to experience the rhythm of the coast from sunrise to sunset.
For World Cup visitors, the hotel’s beachfront location is its defining advantage. Just steps from the iconic Santa Monica Pier and within easy reach of fan zones, shopping districts, and nightlife, Casa del Mar offers both access and escape. Guests can move seamlessly from the energy of match-day celebrations to quiet moments along the shoreline, where bike paths and oceanfront promenades stretch for miles.
The experience is further elevated by a strong sense of place. Dining venues highlight seasonal Southern California cuisine, while the ocean-facing Terrazza restaurant channels the elegance of the Italian coast. The Sea Wellness Spa and private pool terrace provide a restorative counterbalance to the excitement of the tournament—spaces designed for relaxation, mindfulness, and renewal.
Yet what truly distinguishes Casa del Mar is its atmosphere. There is a softness to the experience—sunlight filtered through coastal haze, the sound of waves just beyond the windows, and an understated sophistication that feels effortlessly Californian. It is a hotel that doesn’t compete with the spectacle of Los Angeles, but rather complements it with calm, beauty, and perspective.
As the world gathers in Los Angeles for the World Cup, Casa del Mar offers more than just a place to stay—it offers a coastal narrative. Between matches, guests don’t simply return to a hotel; they return to the edge of the Pacific, where history, luxury, and the spirit of California come together in one of the city’s most iconic seaside retreats.
Curated by the World Travel Awards
