The Surfrider Hotel Malibu, Los Angeles
Expert reviews
“For a low-key, personal stay in Los Angeles you can do no better. This light-filled, design-forward spot was a motel in the 1950s before a California architect and his Australian wife transformed it.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s 2020 Gold List.
What guests liked
- Top location
- Great food
- Friendly staff
- Roof terrace
- Excellent Wifi
All you need to know
As its name suggests, The Surfrider Hotel is located in front of the Surfrider beach. It has a restaurant and a deck bar on its roof, which can only be accessed by the guests of the hotel. The restaurant has an incredible view of the Malibu Pier as well as the Pacific Ocean. Each guest also has access to free Wi-Fi, free coffee in the morning, and complimentary surfing equipment, which includes stand up paddles along with surfboards.
Each room at The Surfrider Hotel is equipped with flat-screen televisions and private bathrooms, which feature comfortable bathrobes along with free toiletries. Some of the rooms are equipped with seating arrangements for unwinding and views of the sea and even the mountains. The Surfrider Hotel has several popular facilities and services, such as outdoor facilities, which include an outdoor fireplace complete with outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a standard terrace.
This hotel also has several dining options, such as a coffee house, a snack bar, and special menus for guests with dietary restrictions, a bar, a restaurant, and more. The Surfrider Hotel also offers outdoor activities, such as a library and even hiking. Other services and facilities include parking facilities, wellness facilities, and cleaning services.
Location
Recent guest reviews
1 January 2022
Fabulous
The hotel was lovely, the staff was so friendly and helpful, our room was very cute and cozy.
The breakfast was pricey for what we got.
17 December 2021
Kittys Surfrider
Location was great. Restaurant was very good, and waiter was terrific Room clean and comfortable.
Pricing was high, but I know Malibu is very expensive
13 October 2021
Fabulous
Room was very clean and had a great bed and shower. Rooftop bar/restaurant was the reason you book this hotel: the food for breakfast and dinner was out of this world as were the drinks, and the staff were extremely nice and welcoming. The hotel overall paid a lot of attention to detail to make the stay feel like you are in a Malibu beach-house. Would definitely stay again!
The price for the hotel was a bit high, but after researching it seems like that is the theme in Malibu.
8 September 2021
Great stay
Great stay , love the bohemian/beach vibe. The street noise didn’t bother me, but noises are easily heard( neighbors getting in etc) . Great rooftop bar, with excellent views. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Just not sure it’s worth what you have to spend to stay there.
The price for value .
16 July 2021
Room cleaning on the 2nd day didn’t happen until late afternoon. Fresh towels were not provided and there was no inform
Location, Aesthetics. Restaurant: wonderful view and food was excellent.
Property was fine. Highway noise was a constant but that seems to be the case everywhere in Malibu.
7 July 2024
I would definitely stay at the surf rider again!
The staff was excellent iand the amenities are great! Beach chairs, towels, surfboards WIFI.
There was nothing not to like about this hotel! 😀
1 July 2024
Perfect place for a getaway
Loved everything about this place. The property was well taken care of and in a great location, the room was comfortable, the staff was excellent, and food and drink options were delicious. The amenities were a nice touch as were the optional add ons. We had a great time surfing with Pete and would definitely recommend the surf lessons. Can’t wait to come back!
22 June 2024
We loved our stay here, the rooftop deck is very nice to catch the sunset and have some appetizers and drinks.
The location & staff are incredibly great!
The room is a little small, but cozy.
17 June 2024
I wouldn’t stay there again.
The property is pleasant enough. It’s clean minus the ants and has a nice California beach vibe. Our room was right off the parking lot so we had a lot of noise beyond just the highway. The roof deck is what makes the hotel.
It’s priced like a luxury hotel and delivers a comfortable place to stay in a good location. To be clear, the staff is really great, friendly and helpful. The hotel is just way overpriced for what it is. If you didn’t feel gauged by the price you would be extremely happy. 600+ a night for a ground floor double room is laughable. Thus the price to be in Malibu. I was there for work and wanted to be close to the venue so I didn’t have to rent a car. I should have rented a car and stayed further away. You’re charged with an amenities fee for their beach gear they have available, and they also charge you a 3% bed linens fee. One would think 600 a night could cover your linens and the beach gear. Ask for a damage deposit rather than asking your customer to pay for your beach chairs and surf boards.
6 June 2024
Amazing stay! I recommend everyone to come to stay if they go to Malibu beaxh
Everything about our stay was amazing. Very welcoming and kind the staff. Made us feel homie
Everything we liked
28 May 2024
Exceptional
Service was excellent, location can’t be beat.
Toilet paper was low quality.
22 April 2024
I would definitely visit again. My wife and me had a peaceful and relaxing stay!
The food was delicious.
22 March 2024
The perfect Malibu getaway.
We had a Seaview room and could watch the surfers while the sun went down from our balcony. The rooftop bar and restaurant was only available to guests which means you don’t have to leave if you don’t want to and the food + view was amazing. So many thoughtful touches.
15 March 2024
Jubilant and Super Special!
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and happy! We got engaged on Valentine's Day and when the staff found out they were super excited for us and gave us complimentary champagne! We even took ohotos on the beach with staff during their surfing break! Super fun!! Love the Surfrider; it was a jubilant and perfect weekend!! Thank you!
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5 March 2024
Beautiful, great location but could be better
The property is absolutely beautiful and the location is great. An easy walk to both the pier and Malibu Country Mart. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
The rooms are extremely small and get a lot of noise from the road. The space does not have a closet or anywhere to put your luggage which adds to the cramped feeling. Bugs were also a bit of an issue during our stay, we had several spiders, ants and beetles in the room. We were also a little confused at checkout when we were charged a $115 “amenity fee”, not sure what this fee was for/covered. There aren’t many amenities at this hotel so we were definitely caught off guard by that.
25 February 2024
It was ok ish
Location We got free upgrade ocean view because it was raining for the past days and I guess they wanted us to feel better about our stay
Not genuine friendly. Very laid back Also it was raining and they run out of umbrella ! For the amount we paid …. They also charged us for the use of WiFi extra on top of the room
22 December 2023
Pleasant
Room was really nice - decor is lovely
Right opposite a busy road, was a very nice motel essentially. Rooftop & cocktails weather dependent
7 November 2023
Passable
Learning that parking was not an amenity included in the room rate was The premium 2 nd floor Ocean view room was placed just right for an incredible view but blocked by foliage. I brought along a small box of pastries to enjoy. I left the room to enjoy the rooftop after arriving for an hour. When back the bar top was covered in ant. Box of pastry total Loss. I asked for them to be evacuated and cleaned up and they did a great job of doing just that as well as throwing out the box of pastries that was full of ants that I had placed outside. What I would have expected was some kind of acknowledgment for my loss of pastries. Nothing was extended. Front desk was again very unclear to the complimentary SUP boards and tried to charge us for use. The property is a great location with a very likable load back Malibu vibe. Super comfortable beds and uber clean. All in all the services and ability to provide them does not match the room rate.
7 August 2023
So gorgeous
Fabulous Boho decor. Lush bedrooms
Perfect
31 July 2023
Another great stay in paradise
How clean and close to the beach it is. Also the people working there are so nice and welcoming
9 June 2023
Exceptional
Small boutique feel!
Unfortunately when I was staying the kitchen was out of action but would love to go back when it’s up and running!
9 June 2023
Relaxing, chilled out hotel with amazing staff and views.
Really comfortable relaxed hotel. incredible rooftop terrace. staff incredible.
expensive but worth it.
20 May 2023
Exceptional
Amazing location, great service and beautiful setting
14 May 2023
Passable
Overpriced for what they offer
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Services
- - Room service
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Outdoor fireplace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Activities
- - Hiking
- - Yoga classes
- - Beach
- - Happy hour
Entertainment and family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
2 January 2022
Pleasant
location is special . the general feal is great . rooftopbar realy Nice
incheck staff girl was not at all interested. A basic conversation without any personal touch .