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The Surfrider Malibu

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel in Eastern Malibu

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Rooftop terrace
Restaurant
Property entrance
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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23033 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265
  • Place, Malibu Lagoon State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Malibu Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfrider Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Ground Floor Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ground Floor Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Upstairs Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Upstairs Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Pacific Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Malibu Suite Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Malibu Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfrider Suite Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Surfrider Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Upstairs Side Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ground Floor ADA Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ground Floor ADA Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ground Floor Back Room (Surfer's Hideout) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ground Floor Back Room (Surfer's Hideout)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Malibu

Eastern Malibu stay.A stay at this Eastern Malibu hotel places you steps from Malibu Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Surfrider Beach and Malibu Lagoon State Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Malibu Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surfrider Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carbon Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Malibu Colony Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nobu Malibu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zinqué - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Marmalade Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪D'Amore's Pizza - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Surfrider Malibu

4-star luxury hotel in Eastern Malibu
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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Surfrider Malibu offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Malibu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 23.04 per accommodation, per night
  • 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, 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
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, 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. 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 each 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

How close is The Surfrider Malibu to the airport?

The Surfrider Malibu is 30.6 mi (56-min drive) away from the Van Nuys, CA (VNY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Surfrider Malibu on Nov 30, 2025 start from $275.65, excluding 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.

Does The Surfrider Malibu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Surfrider Malibu.

How close is The Surfrider Malibu to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Surfrider Beach and 11-minute walk from Carbon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Surfrider Malibu offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Surfrider Malibu, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Surfrider Malibu?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Surfrider Malibu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Surfrider Malibu?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does The Surfrider Malibu have a pool?

The Surfrider Malibu does not have a pool.

Does The Surfrider Malibu have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Surfrider Malibu have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Surfrider Malibu to downtown Malibu?

The Surfrider Malibu is 0.4 mi away from Malibu.