
Hotel Figueroa
Best for event and entertainment travelers who want to be within a short walk of Crypto.com Arena, the Convention Center, and downtown museums.
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Hotel Figueroa is a restored 1926 Spanish Colonial boutique in Downtown Los Angeles with a signature courtyard pool and multiple on-site restaurants; read this if you want easy access to LA events, museums, and convention centers. Casa Del Mar is a historic, oceanfront luxury hotel in Santa Monica with beach access, a full-service spa, and seaside dining; read this if you prefer staying on the sand and close to the Santa Monica Pier.
Updated · about 17 miles (≈27 km) apart by car

Best for event and entertainment travelers who want to be within a short walk of Crypto.com Arena, the Convention Center, and downtown museums.

Best for travelers who want direct beach access, seaside views, and a resort feel steps from Santa Monica Beach and the Pier.
When Hotel Figueroa wins: choose Hotel Figueroa if you need a downtown base for sporting events, concerts, convention business, or museum hopping — its location across from L.A. Live and multiple event spaces make it convenient for big-city itineraries.
When Casa Del Mar wins: choose Casa Del Mar if your priority is beachfront location, ocean views, and a traditional Santa Monica luxury experience with a full-service spa and pool steps from the sand.
Bottom line: pick Hotel Figueroa for city-first trips focused on LA events and nightlife; pick Casa Del Mar for a classic Southern California beach stay with direct access to Santa Monica Pier and the beach.
| Category | Hotel Figueroa | Casa Del Mar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Spanish Colonial boutique, lively downtown | Grand oceanfront luxury, beachside calm |
| Location | Downtown Los Angeles, across from L.A. Live and Crypto.com Arena | Santa Monica beachfront, minutes from Santa Monica Pier |
| Size (rooms) | 268 rooms and suites | 129 rooms and suites |
| Historic / architectural notes | Built 1926; restored Spanish Colonial landmark reopened after 2018 renovation | Historic oceanfront hotel (longstanding Santa Monica address) |
| Pools | Signature coffin-shaped courtyard outdoor pool (guest hours listed) | One outdoor pool; beach access steps away |
| Restaurants & bars | Four venues (Cafe Fig, La Casita, Bar Magnolia, Florence by the Water) | Two restaurants and a bar/lounge; 24-hour room service available |
| Spa & wellness | No documented full-service on-site spa; rooftop fitness/mindfulness classes and a Rest & Recovery sleep suite | Full-service spa offering massages and health club |
| Family / age policy | All ages welcome; 21+ required to check in (adult-led property) | All ages welcome; not adults-only |
| Parking & extras | Valet parking only; nightly amenity fee includes Wifi, coffee, pool/fitness access | Valet parking (surcharge) and Wi‑Fi fees; continental breakfast available for a fee |
| Nearby highlights | L.A. Live, Crypto.com Arena, GRAMMY Museum, Convention Center | Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade, Venice Beach |
Hotel Figueroa sits in South Park, directly across from the L.A. Live entertainment complex and within a short walk of major downtown venues.
Choose Hotel Figueroa for easy access to concerts, games, and downtown attractions.
Casa Del Mar fronts Santa Monica Beach and is a short walk from the Pier and the Third Street Promenade.
Choose Casa Del Mar for direct beach access and a classic Santa Monica location.
Hotel Figueroa offers 268 rooms and suites across a restored historic property with Spanish Colonial styling.
Hotel Figueroa’s rooms emphasize historic design and downtown convenience.
Casa Del Mar has 129 air-conditioned rooms and suites with ocean and coastal view room types available.
Casa Del Mar’s rooms focus on ocean views and classic seaside comforts.
Hotel Figueroa has four on-site venues covering Mediterranean, Italian, and cocktail-forward programs.
Hotel Figueroa suits travelers who want multiple downtown dining and bar options in one property.
Casa Del Mar has two restaurants, a bar/lounge, and room service, all framed around ocean views.
Casa Del Mar emphasizes seaside dining with oceanfront settings and in-room service.
Hotel Figueroa’s signature amenity is its coffin-shaped courtyard pool with poolside bar service.
Hotel Figueroa’s pool is a downtown, courtyard-focused retreat rather than a seaside pool.
Casa Del Mar sits on Ocean Way with direct access to Santa Monica Beach and one outdoor pool on property.
Casa Del Mar is the better pick if you want quick access to the sand as well as a hotel pool.
Hotel Figueroa offers 24-hour fitness facilities, rooftop fitness/mindfulness classes, and a Rest & Recovery sleep suite.
Hotel Figueroa focuses on fitness and in-house wellness programming rather than a traditional spa menu.
Casa Del Mar provides a full-service spa, a health club, and a more relaxed seaside nightlife rhythm.
Casa Del Mar is the stronger option for travelers who want spa treatments and a beachside pace.

Hotel Figueroa — door-to-door convenience to Crypto.com Arena, the Convention Center, and L.A. Live.

Casa Del Mar — immediate access to Santa Monica Beach and the Pier with ocean-view rooms.

Casa Del Mar — full-service spa and health-club facilities are listed among hotel amenities.

Hotel Figueroa — restored 1926 landmark with multiple distinct event venues and over 10,000 sq ft of meeting space.
Casa Del Mar — it’s an oceanfront hotel a few minutes’ walk from Santa Monica Beach and the Pier; Hotel Figueroa is in Downtown LA.
Hotel Figueroa — it’s across from L.A. Live and Crypto.com Arena, putting you a short walk from concerts and games.
Not published — the hotel promotes fitness, rooftop classes, and a Rest & Recovery suite but no ongoing named full-service spa is documented.
No — Casa Del Mar is not adults-only; it welcomes guests of all ages.
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