Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG

Hotels
Kimpton Hotels
9.1 (1070 reviews)
500 Pacific Coast Highway , Huntington Beach , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location and spacious rooms
Good food and unique amenities
Cons:
High costs and resort fees
Some service shortfalls noted in specific instances

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Rooms were clean and well-maintained as per guest feedback.
Service
9.8
Staff consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.34
Great location highlighted in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
9.29
Spacious rooms with comfortable beds noted by guests.
Amenities
9.02
Amenities appreciated, but some guests felt value for cost could be improved.
Value for Money
7.78
Concerns raised about high costs and resort fees compared to services offered.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Food options praised, especially the unique treats like s'mores and hot cocoa.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall exceptional experiences shared in various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:46

Property Description

Modern Amenities and Facilities:
Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel offers a range of state-of-the-art amenities, including a modern fitness center with a yoga studio and a 40-foot rock-climbing wall. Guests can also relax by the outdoor fire pits and benefit from the concierge staff's assistance in arranging activities or bicycle rentals.

Culinary Delights at Pacific Hideaway:
Indulge in a fusion of Latin American and Asian flavors at Pacific Hideaway, the hotel's on-site bar and restaurant. Drawing inspiration from global surf destinations around the Pacific Rim, this dining venue promises a unique culinary experience for guests to savor.

Ideal Location for Exploring:
Conveniently situated at the renowned intersection of Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway, Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel provides easy access to a plethora of attractions, gourmet restaurants, and exciting beach activities. With the John Wayne Airport just a short drive away, the hotel offers a perfect base for exploring the vibrant Huntington Beach area.

Book your stay at Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel now to experience the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and beachside charm.

Important information:

Please Note:

Kimpton Hotels considers 10 or more rooms a group. Kimpton Hotels reserves the right to cancel 10 or more rooms booked online. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking 10 or more rooms.

Valet parking is available at the hotel.

Guests will be charged a nightly resort fee, which includes:

Beach amenities including beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, boogie boards, kids toys and coolers, 24/7 access to our fully functional gym featuring a Peloton Bike, MIRROR, 40' wide climbing wall, circuit training equipment and much more, Nightly fireside s'mores kits, In-room record players with Bluetooth capability, Access to our curated vinyl library and a locker to store your surfboard.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LGB

Location

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Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1070 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 9.02
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Carla extended_group us
10
Amazing stay. Great staff, happy hour, homemade ice cream bars, breakfast pizza and ribeye sliders were yummy.
Pros:

Close (walking distance) to the Beach restaurants Pier and a short drive to Disneyland. Ambience nostalgic vibes. Bicycles surfboards beach chairs etc available.

Cons:

Lots of dogs but luckily I’m a dog lover

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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nicolas couple fr
8
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Briana family_with_children us
10
Perfect
Pros:

The best stay I have ever had at any hotel. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, the rooms were super clean and everything seemed new, cool amenities like the outdoor lounge with fire pits. The location is perfect right across from the beach and a dog bakery. Dog beach nearby and incredibly accommodating with our dogs. They provided food and water bowls, toys and treats.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was awesome. we enjoyed our stay and had a great staycation. Nothing bad to say about the Kimpton Huntington. Love love loved it.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Olivia couple gb
10
Incredible Stay
Pros:

We loved everything, especially all the amenities on offer

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple us
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller us
10
So very Southern California sun, fun beach vibe.
Pros:

Very cool trendy vibe and close to beach.

Cons:

It was perfect

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Kristel couple us
9
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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massimo couple it
9
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Graciano couple us
10
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Jaime solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The location in proximity to shopping, restaurants, and beach. The amenities and overall vibe.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple us
10
Pros:

Extraordinary Staff, Service and cleanliness

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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gabrio jordy solo_traveller it
9
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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G3087QQmichaelt Family
2
Terrible Customer service
Pros:

Wow. The staff at this place is embarrassing.
They sealed the deal. I will never come back.
After booking my trip and paying in full online, when my family arrived they recharged us 1100 dollars. When we asked why, they said we hadn't paid. So we showed them the receipt and logged into the online banking and showed them we paid 100 percent upfront a week ago. Then it was
"oh the employee made a mistake. But rest assured you were refunded" its a week now with them holding my money.
We dealt with the managers after almost begging to speak a to them. They're never available and will almost always claim they re in meeting.
I would like my 1100 bucks back.

They are blaming my bank and I have verified with them multiple times. Not to mention I have used this bank 3 or 4 other times at this dump. Never had an issue. Give me my money back.

2026-08-14 via Tripadvisor
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Brandt couple us
9
A lively and fun family friendly destination.
Pros:

Beach Front. Right above HQ Gastropub when you need it. This is a beautiful modern and lively hotel and hotel experience. The rooms are immaculate and being close to the beach and the pier is always a plus main street is just around the corner and the beach is just across the street.

Cons:

A bit pricey but beach close is premium.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Katarzyna family_with_children pl
7
Pros:

Lokalizacja jest dobra

Cons:

Pokoje są przestarzałe

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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cheries19 Couples Atlanta, Georgia
8
Stellar Stay with minor hiccup
Pros:

We checked into the Kimpton after a few days stay at the Fairmont in Long Beach. A completely different level of hotel and experience. But it should be noted our experience at the Fairmont was not nearly as stellar. First, let me say that the staff at the Kimpton is wonderful and the little fun touches make this property a solid winner. From the valet, to the front desk, to the restaurant and housekeeping staff we had exceptional service. The vibe was happy & fun. Warm cookies delivered to our room (thank you, Faith), nightly cocktail reception, games, s’more’s, beach equipment…..they have it all, in an ideal location. The restaurant and bar serve delicious and creative fare and our daily breakfast was a standout culinary experience. The only hicup was on the last morning when the shower drain was filling with water and a strong odor filled the room. We had a flight to catch and could not shower. A minor inconvenience but again the staff shined. Bradley at the front desk apologized and made a couple adjustments to our bill for the inconvenience. We didn’t have to ask, he was just happy to accommodate. This would be a great hotel for a family vacation!

2026-08-13 via Tripadvisor
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7494sg Solo travel
10
Great beach overnight get away
Pros:

Upon Check in….Jessica was very welcoming. She told me about all the wonderful perks the hotel has to offer. I had been upgraded via IHG to a King Studio….but asked if even a smaller room….would like some form of view. She Che led and saw something was available available. She treated me like she valued my IHG Platinum status.
Her professionalism in handling resolution to my humble request left a great impression. My stay was great in ways more than one.

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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687sheriet Friends getaway New Mexico
10
Beach Time
Pros:

This place has VERY friendly staffs. They've made our stay stress free. My room was up graded to a ocean view. My lovely niece and I had bounding time on the balcony. She's enjoying her private balcony with a cheese & ham Danish & a coke while dancing. It has different games and experiences for you to try or to enjoy them while you are here for work or leisure. I definitely will be back with my family to enjoy this peaceful place in CA.

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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barryg993 Family
10
Quick trip to HB.
Pros:

Our server, Destini at breakfast was so chill and sweet! The food was really good, the room was great, the whole enchilada was great! 10/10 will be back again!

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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daniellebR6141YN Family New York
10
The Perfect Southern California Getaway at Kimpton Shorebreak
Pros:

Such a great family getaway! We’re absolutely loving the Shorebreak and the laid-back California vibe, beautiful rooms, amazing service and the perfect location steps from the beach and Huntington Beach Pier. It really has that true Southern California feel. We’re already saying we can’t wait to come back!

2026-08-09 via Tripadvisor