Best Beach Hotels in Malibu, CA

Top 3 Beach Hotels to Experience in Malibu, CA

This guide to the best luxury, 5-star, and design-forward hotels in Malibu, USA is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.

Malibu Beach Inn
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Featuring a soothing luxury spa and rooms with private balconies overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, Malibu Beach Inn lies 10 miles outside downtown Malibu. Free WiFi is available. The Malibu Beach Inn offers all-oceanfront rooms with contemporary wood furnishings and a hand-picked selection of wines. The digital entertainment center features music, games and a flat-screen TV with extended cable channels. The Malibu’s Carbon Beach Club serves coastal cuisine indoors and on a beachfront terrace. The restaurant’s specialty seafood and meat dishes contain fresh produce from local growers. Malibu Beach Inn guests have direct access to the private beach. Veronica's Skin and Body Care Spa offers offers a menu of exotic massages and treatments that can also be performed in guests’ rooms. Malibu Beach Inn is 2 minutes' walk from the Malibu Pier and 12 miles from downtown Santa Monica.

Guest Reviews:

- "By far the best place to stay in all of LA" - "Breathtaking Malibu Paradise!" - "Absolute paradise!" - "Hope to come back soon!" - "Very luxurious, but pricey." - "Just fabulous" - "Generally very good" - "California vibe" - "To say I paid over $700 I am hugely disappointed in the value for money at this hotel. It really can’t be classed as a 5"

The Surfrider Malibu
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Set directly opposite California’s beach, Surfrider Beach in Malibu, The Surfrider Hotel has an exclusive guest-only roof deck bar and restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Malibu Pier. Complimentary surf boards and stand up paddle boards are available for guest use as well as free WiFi and morning coffee. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. Certain rooms include views of the sea or mountain. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 17 mi from The Surfrider Malibu.

Guest Reviews:

- "Beautiful funky hotel !!" - "Your California dream stay" - "I would definitely stay at the surf rider again!" - "Perfect place for a getaway" - "I would definitely visit again. My wife and me had a peaceful and relaxing stay!" - "We loved our stay here, the rooftop deck is very nice to catch the sunset and have some appetizers and drinks." - "Amazing stay! I recommend everyone to come to stay if they go to Malibu beaxh"

The Surfrider Malibu
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Set directly opposite California’s beach, Surfrider Beach in Malibu, The Surfrider Hotel has an exclusive guest-only roof deck bar and restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Malibu Pier. Complimentary surf boards and stand up paddle boards are available for guest use as well as free WiFi and morning coffee. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. Certain rooms include views of the sea or mountain. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 17 mi from The Surfrider Malibu.

Guest Reviews:

- "Beautiful funky hotel !!" - "Your California dream stay" - "I would definitely stay at the surf rider again!" - "Perfect place for a getaway" - "I would definitely visit again. My wife and me had a peaceful and relaxing stay!" - "We loved our stay here, the rooftop deck is very nice to catch the sunset and have some appetizers and drinks." - "Amazing stay! I recommend everyone to come to stay if they go to Malibu beaxh"

Malibu, USA Hotels with Parking

Malibu, USA Hotels with Entertainment

best hotels in Malibu, USA
9.1
406 reviews
From $931

Experience the vibrant nightlife at Malibu Beach Inn, where every evening transforms into an unforgettable adventure. With direct access to a lively beachfront terrace and the trendy Carbon Beach Club, indulge in fresh coastal cuisine while enjoying live music and social events. The digital entertainment center in your contemporary oceanfront room ensures you're always connected to the latest in fun as you unwind after a night of excitement on the picturesque Malibu coast.

best hotels in Malibu, USA
8.5
151 reviews
From $801

Dive into the vibrant nightlife at The Surfrider Malibu, where excitement meets relaxation. Enjoy exclusive access to the rooftop bar and restaurant, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Malibu Pier. With complimentary surfboards and paddleboards at your fingertips, you can embrace the thrilling beach lifestyle. Experience a lively atmosphere filled with social activities and unforgettable sunsets, making it a hotspot for those seeking fun and connection along California’s stunning coast.

best hotels in Malibu, USA
8.5
151 reviews
From $801

Dive into the vibrant nightlife at The Surfrider Malibu, where excitement meets relaxation. Enjoy exclusive access to the rooftop bar and restaurant, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Malibu Pier. With complimentary surfboards and paddleboards at your fingertips, you can embrace the thrilling beach lifestyle. Experience a lively atmosphere filled with social activities and unforgettable sunsets, making it a hotspot for those seeking fun and connection along California’s stunning coast.

Malibu, USA Family Friendly Hotels

Malibu, USA Hotels with Private Beach

best hotels in Malibu, USA
9.1
406 reviews
From $931

Malibu, USA Hotels with Spa

best hotels in Malibu, USA
9.1
406 reviews
From $931

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