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The Surfrider Malibu

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with rooftop terrace and coffee shop/cafe

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Relax in a serene oceanfront setting with comfortable seating and a shaded area.
Classic car parked in front of a wooden fence, surrounded by surfboards.
Welcome to Sunrider Malibu, where a large window and inviting entrance set the tone for a peaceful stay.
Relax in style with ocean views from this outdoor seating area, featuring a sofa, chairs, and lush greenery.
Enjoy meals in a serene dining area with a long table, matching benches, and a beautiful vase with green foliage and flowers.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$767
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Explore the area

Map
23033 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265
  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Malibu Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pepperdine University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Ground Floor ADA Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Room

Pacific Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Malibu Suite Ocean View

Malibu Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfrider Suite Ocean View

Surfrider Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ground Floor Room

Ground Floor Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 23.23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Upstairs side Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Upstairs Room

Upstairs Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Malibu

A luxury stay in Malibu awaits you at The Surfrider Malibu, a recipient of the prestigious Conde Nast Gold List award in 2020. Within steps you'll find Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Malibu Pier. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gift shop. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Eastern Malibu hotel, attractions include Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier.

What's nearby

  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Malibu Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carbon Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Malibu Colony Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pepperdine University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Chatsworth Station - 33 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪New Nobu Malibu - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Duke's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Malibu Farm Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Surfrider Malibu

Luxury hotel with rooftop terrace and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, a library, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Surfrider Malibu. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Malibu hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1953
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Surfrider Malibu offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Malibu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. In-room massages and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

The Surfrider Malibu is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee (April 01 – December 31): USD 40.32 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 25.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Surfrider Malibu Hotel
Surfrider Hotel
Surfrider Malibu
Surfrider Beach Club Hotel Malibu
The Surfrider Malibu Hotel
The Surfrider Malibu Malibu
The Surfrider Malibu Hotel Malibu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Surfrider Malibu?

The Surfrider Malibu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Surfrider Malibu?

As of 25 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Surfrider Malibu on 28 July 2025 start from AU$706.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Surfrider Malibu?

Yep, The Surfrider Malibu has a self car park for USD 25.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Surfrider Malibu?

Yep, The Surfrider Malibu is a short 2-minute walk from Surfrider Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing and body boarding.

What makes The Surfrider Malibu a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Surfrider Malibu.

Does The Surfrider Malibu serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Surfrider Malibu?

No, The Surfrider Malibu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Surfrider Malibu?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Surfrider Malibu?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Surfrider Malibu?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Surfrider Malibu Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 366 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is beautiful and the property felt comfortable and like an oasis. The room was cute, clean, and smelled incredible. Coffee delivered to the room each morning was a lovely perk. I do wish the rooftop dining was fully open (they only had very limited pre-packaged options right now), but I understand they are getting back on their feet. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Must Stay!!!

This was the cutest boutique hotel. It was very clean, very comfortable with many personal touches. They were the nicest hosts and I would tell anyone who is coming to Malibu to stay here. We absolutely fell in love with the kind hosts, the cute decorations, the personal note and water, and all the amenities! Such a gem of a place! And it’s across the street from the Pier and direct access to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this property! Warm and cheerful front desk, clean and cozy room, great location. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. We will definitely return again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Masashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelley

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No hot water to take a shower. Luke warm at best. No answer at desk to address. No cofee maker or coffe available on property that we could find. Ocean view was blocked completely by bushes. All you can hear are the cars not waves. Bed is bad design kept hitting legs on boards that stick out. Chairs on porch are hard asa a rock. No cushions. By far the worts hotel on thus trip
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect in every way

Was everything we could have dreamed for. Quiet, clean, aesthetic, amazing views, and incredible staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great hotel! We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Johannes

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
8/10 Style. Really nicely designed. 9/10 Views. Love the ocean, the pier and the logo. 9/10 Location. Just by the beach and pier. 10/10 Staff. Staff were very friendly and helpful. 2/10 WiFi. Slow WiFi and limited connection in the room. Had to roam in the bed. And WiFi to the TV was tardy. 1/10 Noise. Extremely loud from the highway outside. Heard every car and got the worst night sleep of the trip. I wish I had known this as I’m extra sensitive to sounds. 2/10 Value for money. Paid nearly $1000 for a night as they nearly doubled prices over the holidays. We got a lot more value for money at the hotels in e.g. Hollywood. Overall verdict: very nice hotel, but we are unlikely to stay here again as the noise levels impacted our sleep far too much.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a surprise this hotel was. Such a gem in Maibu .they give you a super cool car/ surf boards / wet suits . Staff were amazing - so friendly but not over the top so you feel like you’re staying in your own little place. Amazing attention to detail. Coifee brought to your room in the morning. Beautiful roof terrace with an amazing vibe and view. Would love to come back amd surf for a week!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bruno

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel and location

Fantastic couple of nights stay. The hotel has been skillfully designed and has that home away from home feel. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful - nothing seems too much trouble. Be prepared to pay top dollar for cocktails, when combined with the views from the rooftop terrace (for hotel guests only), worth it. Only downside was the noise from the PCH (right in front of the property) but there isn't much the hotel can do about that!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024