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The Surfrider Malibu

4.0 star property
An upscale Malibu escape where coastal sophistication meets practical comfort, complete with beach amenities, coffee shop vibes, and EV charging

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Surfrider Suite Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar - The Surfrider Malibu (Malibu)
The Surfrider Malibu in Eastern Malibu offers a peaceful getaway with stunning views. Relax on the rooftop terrace, gather around the firepit, or browse the hotel's library. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Room options

Suite (Malibu)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Ground Floor (The Sufers Hideout)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Surfrider)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Pacific)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Upstair Side)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Ground Floor (ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Upstairs Ocean Facing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Surfrider Malibu is in Eastern Malibu, a neighborhood in Malibu. Shoppers can check out Santa Monica Pier, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Firestone Fieldhouse, or consider a night out at Malibu West Beach Club. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding. Visit our Malibu travel guide
Map
23033 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
    Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Beach in Malibu, California coastline, USA ; Shutterstock ID 229395874
    Malibu Lagoon State Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
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    Malibu Pier
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surfrider Beach
    Surfrider Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carbon Beach
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chatsworth Station
    34 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min walk
  • Alfred Coffee
    12 min walk
  • Nobu Malibu
    8 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    10 min walk
  • Pura Vida Miami
    17 min walk

About this property

The Surfrider Malibu

Luxury upscale hotel located in Eastern Malibu
A rooftop terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at The Surfrider Malibu. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Beach umbrellas, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Beach towels, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Surfrider Malibu boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 63.36 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Is The Surfrider Malibu pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Surfrider Malibu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Surfrider Malibu?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Surfrider Malibu located?

Located in Eastern Malibu, this luxury hotel is steps from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Malibu Pier, and Surfrider Beach. Malibu Lagoon State Beach and Carbon Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Surfrider Malibu Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 425 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alefiyah

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view. Great hospitality ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean safe affordable in Malibu.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable aesthetic! Clean, awesome location, great customer service. Loved the rooftop bar-restaurant vibe. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes my beech view was excellent. The bar and restaurant was good, not excellent as the service provided could have been more responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very comfy bed, great view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from rooftop bar… very relaxing time overall. Rooms were super cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff and even more fabulous views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at The Surfrider! This was truly the cutest place and was so welcoming from the moment we arrived. The staff was extremely friendly and the location couldn’t be better. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location on the PCH. Small cute little hotel with a small restaurant / rooftop bar with awesome views. Good vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in a room that had a direct view of the pier and beach. We stayed in the Malibu suite that was beautiful and spacious. Staff was exceptional and responsive. Best perk. Free coffee delivered in the morning. *Chefs kiss* we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best hotel in Malibu. One of my favorite hotels in the world! Spotless, incredible people, great location, sublime aesthetic. Great rooftop deck cafe and bar overlooking the Pacific.And did I mention the staff??? The very, very best, in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm friendly staff, intimate size of the hotel and proximity to Malibu Pier plus the incredible roof terrace Bar and Restaurant make it very special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay! Right across from Surfrider's Beach. The rooftop bar had a wonderful view, the room was spacious and clean, super comfortable. Staff was very nice. It's pricey but makes sense for the location, the only thing is amenities could use some upgrades. They let you put in a complimentary coffee order the night before but really it's only drip coffee, if you want a latte or anything like that you'll have to pay for it yourself. We also had to call to remind them about our order. Similarly, I went to celebrate my engagement and had called ahead of time for a bottle of champagne which they did not include upon arrival, I had to call again after I arrived to request it again. They also didn't include my partners name on the welcome letter. All of these are minor grievances but something to consider if you're going to celebrate a special occasion.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lai Huen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night, the room is soooo cute we wished we stayed for longer, would definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for our one year anniversary and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Staff was amazing and we had such a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CINDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and staff where both wonderful.Everyone was so friendlu and loved the rooftop xin I ng
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean, friendly, and quiet, right on the Pacific Coast Highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mitchell

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Now the rooftop area is very nice. The whole reason I stay at the Surfrider is for the rooftop. Food and drinks are all very good. This trip I had an issue with the room. It always has a very nice scent but it smelled like it was covering something up. It was more musty and heavy than previous trips. We noticed the curtains were water damaged and stained. If I was staying more than the one night, I would've made a bigger deal about it.
Maybe the source of the smell in our room.
Best view in Malibu.
Drinks on the rooftop. Endless summer is a good one to try.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute California beach house vibe and the staff was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, comfortable room and fantastic service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Great locale very friendly staff and rooftop bar/food great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simanta

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

Very nice place to stay

Great place to stay near the beach. Has a rooftop bar with a fab ocean view. Brilliant service and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and beautiful property! Super kind staff and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023