Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG

Hotels
Kimpton Hotels
9.1 (941 reviews)
500 Pacific Coast Highway , Huntington Beach , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 45 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 941 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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Tuyen family_with_children us
6
Pros:

location

Cons:

Not a fan of the room temperature turning off when you're not in the room

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Brian couple us
10
Beautiful stay in a beautiful place
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

the record player was real scratchy sounding

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Caressa couple us
10
Enjoyed accomadations, great restaurant
Pros:

Location and view

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Jasmine couple us
10
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Kathleen couple us
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple ca
10
Was my second time here. Will be coming again in the future
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Vanessa couple us
10
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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356abela Couples
10
Great hotel!
Pros:

Amazing beachside hotel! The location is perfect and just steps from the beach 🌊 They provide free beach gear like chairs and umbrellas, complimentary bikes to explore the area, and even complimentary drinks. Great perks and a super relaxing stay. Would definitely come back! Arturo at front desk was great and super helpful showing us the amenities. Would recommend 10/10

2026-04-05 via Tripadvisor
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angelasL6998SL Business
10
Customer Service is ALIVE
Pros:

WOW! Visit HB multiple times a year and religiously stay at Hy@tt. This time the company asked us to book elsewhere, and I knew the minute I walked in the Kimpton that I would NEVER stay anywhere else again! Although, while walking in the door hooked me, it was the experience and the people that will keep me going and made me a lifetime customer. As I walked into the Kimpton I was shocked with all the activity. Bikes and Scooters to rent, people playing ping-pong and air hockey, a filled bar/restaurant, families picking up the S'mores packets from the front desk for the fire pits. Not to mention the PERFECT location, right in the middle of it all. Just a short walk, a block down, to the pier, all the restaurants and shops, and the huge farmers market on Tuesday! Sure the other resort is nice, but in the end, your just getting the resort... this place is in the middle of it all and it was all walkable.
I was greeted right away with two of the most genuine and gracious people I have ever met – Arturo (Nav.) and Ana (Swa.)! I hope the two of you are able to read this. Your kindness brought me to tears! For that check in, and really the entire stay, I felt like a queen! How they managed to make a regular customer feel so important, like I mattered so greatly, is still mind blowing.. I couldn’t help but think that these two needed to teach customer service. Yes, they upgraded my room (not expected) and gave me a drink voucher while I waited for it to be serviced, but it was more than that. I felt like I made two new friends!! They I knew I was there for work, but my face must have read “please let me find some time to relax”. Halfway in my stay, I come back from dinner to find a bottle of wine, cookies, brownies, and a note – from Arturo and Ana. “Angela, we hope you’re relaxed and rested, as you deserve! Here are some treats to sweeten up your stay!! Ana / Arturo”. I wish so much that I could share every detail of this stay! I’ll just say that I have NEVER in my career had a “relaxing” work trip and thank you from the bottom of my heart to Ana, Arturo, Daniel – the AMAZING bartender, Josh (who came in on his day off), and Jackie, there rockstar manager for giving me this amazing gift! I cannot wait until next time! #Friends4Life

Yes, my stay was so amazing I stayed another day and my BF came to join me! Thank you so much!

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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joseh996 Business Atlanta, Georgia
10
Excellent
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Families enjoying the multiple spaces, dog friendly, amazing location and top food. Best spot in the area. Do not miss the chance to experience this.

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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Mobile12430 Family California
8
Prime beach location and A+ hospitality
Pros:

This Kimpton checked the boxes with location and hospitality. You cannot beat being across the street from Huntington Beach. I mean a stones throw away! It was so convenient to be at the beach within a few minutes of walking. And, though we had a mixup with my room upgrade after check-in (I inquired about an upgrade via phone a couple of days before arrival. As an IHG Diamond Ambassador, the hotel promised an oceanfront view.), the view was still great. It wasn’t oceanfront, but the side view of the beach with the huge balconey made up for it so I never brought up the mix up with the front desk. But, what blew me away was Bradley at the front desk! I don’t think I’ve ever encountered such hospitality before. He and housekeeping were so fast in delivering the extra luggage racks and room slippers that I requested to my room. Although they could not find room slippers initially, Bradley and Housekeeping were on the hunt for them and were determined to deliver them to me asap. Customer service at the hotel restaurant and parking valet were fantastic, too! The only issue at this Kimpton was the wear and tear to the bathroom and carpets. However, this hotel is at a prime location so I understand why there’s wear and tear.

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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Mendy couple us
10
2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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I9440JGcarolinah Family
10
Amazing experience!
Pros:

Spent two wonderful days at this hotel with my three kids, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and professionalism. The front desk staff truly set the tone for our stay, Arturo was absolutely amazing, incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel instantly at home. He is a keeper!
Every interaction, whether at the front office or the restaurant, was pleasant and seamless. The staff went above and beyond to make sure our family was comfortable and enjoying our time. One of my favorite moments was seeing my youngest happily riding his scooter provided at the hotel, along the boardwalk, such a simple joy, but it made our stay even more special and family-friendly.
Another mention to Travis who was in charge of making my reservation and made me feel at home even before arriving.
We left with great memories and a deep appreciation for the outstanding service. This hotel made our short getaway feel truly special, and we can’t wait to come back. Highly recommended for families!

2026-04-01 via Tripadvisor
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jennifergM9728OC Family
10
Great SoCal Getaway
Pros:

Highly recommend. The hotel has a great SoCal beach vibe. The room is bright and clean. There’s an outdoor area with firepits with smores in the evening, bikes to cruise along the beach path, and complimentary coffee and tea every morning. Great views of the beach and pier from the beach front balcony. Room service was good. Walking distance to many local bars, restaurants, shops, etc. Would definitely return.

2026-04-01 via Tripadvisor
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Villegas family_with_children us
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Evelyn couple us
10
Ideal location on an adorable street for the entrance and a great and very fun hotel. You never would want to leave.
Pros:

The vibe in the style was absolutely the best we’ve ever seen. It was beautiful. It was interesting but very relaxed and beachy all at the same time. Super cool place! We will definitely be back to enjoy the whole hotel. We went for a business event and didn’t have much time to enjoy the property because we were pretty hung over the next day lol!

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Stacey family_with_children us
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Cheryl couple us
10
We really enjoyed staying here. We will definitely be back.
Pros:

The outside space is lovely, great restaurant, complementary bikes, wine and beer happy hour. It’s a wonderful stay!

Cons:

We liked it all!

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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joshuamQ847CG Couples
10
Amazing staff
Pros:

The staff is incredible, especially Jordan and Bradley. They helped me surprise my wife with a room that had a tub. They also hooked us up with a goodie basket of wine, cookies, brownies, etc for our 3 year anniversary. Incredible experience, thank you again for being a great host.

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
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Y6062EAbrentt Couples
10
The best place to stay in Huntington Beach!
Pros:

Whenever we go to Huntington Beach, the Kimpton Shorebreak is the only place! We stay! Our most recent stay was to celebrate our 37th year anniversary. And as usual, the Shorebreak was amazing. The staff is always so kind and attentive. They even sent some goodies and a bottle of wine to our room, along with a card, for our anniversary. We love the hotel amenities, especially the s'mores at the end of the day! The make any occasion a very special one! Special thanks to Ana and Spencer, you made our anniversary memorable! Can’t wait to see you all again!!

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor