The Surfrider Malibu

Hotels
9.2 (249 reviews)
23033 Pacific Coast Highway , Malibu , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Lovely views
Intimate hotel experience
Cons:
High prices for food
Noise from nearby street
Ants in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
Some mentions of ants in rooms; generally well-appointed and clean.
Service
9.65
Staff is friendly and attentive, though some reviews mention slow service.
Location
10
Great location close to Malibu Pier and restaurants, very convenient.
Room Quality
9.14
Rooms well-appointed with a cozy feel; attention to detail noted.
Amenities
9.67
Rooftop terrace and free surfboards appreciated, but noise issues noted.
Value for Money
8.13
Overpriced in some areas, especially food and beverage, not matching the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Good variety but prices seen as too high by some guests.
Overall Experience
9.67
Generally a lovely experience, with many positive highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:32

Property Description

Luxury Beachfront Location
Located directly across from Surfrider Beach in Malibu, The Surfrider Hotel offers a unique experience with its guest-only roof deck bar and restaurant boasting stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Malibu Pier.

Exclusive Amenities
Guests can enjoy complimentary surf boards and stand up paddle boards for some fun in the sun. Stay connected with free WiFi and kick start your day with a cup of freshly brewed morning coffee.

Elegant Rooms with Views
Indulge in comfort in rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, plush seating areas, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even offer picturesque views of the sea or mountains, complete with cozy bathrobes and luxurious toiletries.

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at The Surfrider Malibu.

Important information:

There is a USD 500 smoking fee that will be applied if guests smoke in the room.

Please contact the property if arriving after 23:00.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LAX

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 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

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 249 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 9.65
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.14
Amenities: 9.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 9.67
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Stephanie extended_group us
10
Pros:

Great food on the roof top

2026-01-03 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Roof bar closed.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Jouni solo_traveller fi
9
2025-12-17 via Nuitee
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Christian solo_traveller de
10
2025-11-25 via Nuitee
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Gary extended_group gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Lovely , good quality hotel

Cons:

You had to walk across the free way to get to the beach

2025-11-05 via Nuitee
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stevemZ4569IH Couples Orange County, California
10
Must stay in Malibu
Pros:

An amazing experience. It is right in the heart of the Malibu coast / little downtown. They have taken time to maximize each sq ft of the room with great attention to detail. The roof top experience is incredible that is relaxing, great drink option and healthy food choices and very good customer service. There are multiple room options to fit your budget. Must stay in Malibu

2025-11-02 via Tripadvisor
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Sheldon
4
Pros:

No beach view. Porch completely covered by bushes and vines. Nothing to see. Right next to parking lot. Very noisey since next to highway. Service horroble. At the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Never provided a napkin. Had to request a fork or spoon. Had to get my own menu each time. Espresso machine was broken. Coffee maker had to warm up....not sure how that.is a thing. Basically ignored my restaurant staff. Food was terrific though. Great head chef. Overall very disappointing.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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tim partner
8
Pros:

Great location a bit noisy

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
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Richard
10
Pros:

Rooms were well appointed and clean
Rooftop for drinks and coffee terrific

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
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Vincent family
10
Pros:

Second time staying here and it doesn’t disappoint. Great location and vibes. Beds are super comfortable and the rooftop deck is amazing. Could stay up there all day. Great staff from the front desk to the bartenders and housekeepers. Will be back

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple at
7
Schönes kleines Hotel, leider mit einem zu hohen Preis.
Pros:

Die Lage war toll. Das Zimmer war wirklich nett eingerichtet und hat gut geduftet. Es gab Strandstühle, Strandtücher, eine Badetasche und Surfbretter gratis zum an den Strand mitnehmen. Das Personal war sehr nett.

Cons:

Es war viel zu teuer. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis hat nicht gepasst. Das Essen im Dachrestaurant war auch zu teuer und zu wenig. Im Zimmer gab es leider Ameisen.

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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sally couple us
10
Perfect getaway
Pros:

Loved everything. Lovely decorated property with great views of the beach. We sat on the rooftop and watched the surfers.

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Maria couple us
6
2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Madeleine couple at
6
Stylish Hotel but did not meet expectations
Pros:

The style of the hotel is amazing, free surfboard renting, nice rooftop terrace,

Cons:

22 $ for one Aperol Spritz (Food and Beverage prices are very high), very loud (hotel is next to main street), no coffee machines in the room but there is coffee service which is not on time. The team is very kind and friendly but they don't pay a lot of attention (you have to wait for a long time to order and for everything else)

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
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Ioana Ruxandra solo_traveller fr
9
Amazing property
Pros:

The location of the hotel is great, you can easily access all the top restaurants and cafes in Malibu.
The rooftop is incredible and makes for a great remote work spot or a quick drink.
The rooms are clean and cozy.
The hotel also comes with a library which is equipped with board games and cozy couches, perfect for a night in with friends.
Overall, because this is a small hotel, you get a familiar vibe.

Cons:

My room was on the ground floor and there were quite a few ants, even saw some in the bed.

2025-07-31 via Nuitee
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Catherine Mary
10
Pros:

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.

2025-07-29 via Nuitee
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Stephen family
8
Pros:

Rooftop was closed for private event. Not good for people staying at hotel.

2025-07-22 via Nuitee
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Y2104GRsallya NONE Marathon, Florida Keys, Florida
10
Pros:

Loved this little gem. Directly across from the Malibu Pier and a super busy surfing beach, we enjoyed a tranquil room wi th beautiful views of the beach. We decided to eat every meal at the rooftop restaurant since it was so wonderful. Fresh farm to table. Super friendly staff and very quiet. Not a scene but more of a hidden gem. I’d go back.

2025-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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Luisiana family
10
Pros:

Pretty and cozy hotel!

2025-07-18 via Nuitee
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Diana family
8
Pros:

The staff is very nice, and do their best.

2025-07-12 via Nuitee