Perched in Eastern Malibu, The Surfrider Malibu offers a serene retreat. Enjoy breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace, gather around the firepit, or get lost in a book from the library. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff on hand, your stay is sure to be nothing short of unforgettable.
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 49 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 52 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 56 min drive
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 69 min drive
Chatsworth Station - 33 min drive
Northridge Station - 35 min drive
Van Nuys Station - 38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
New Nobu Malibu - 10 min walk
Broad Street Oyster Company - 10 min walk
Malibu Farm Restaurant & Bar - 2 min walk
Marmalade Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
The Surfrider Malibu
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Surfrider Malibu. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 25.00 per night)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1953
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Library
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Awards and affiliations
The Surfrider Malibu is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee (April 01 - December 31): USD 40.32 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
Parking
Self parking costs USD 25.00 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does The Surfrider Malibu offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Surfrider Malibu does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Surfrider Malibu?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Surfrider Malibu?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 25.00 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Surfrider Malibu?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Surfrider Malibu and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like body boarding and surfing.
Are there restaurants at or near The Surfrider Malibu?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Surfrider Malibu like?
The Surfrider Malibu is located near Surfrider Beach in Eastern Malibu, a short 2-minute walk from Malibu Pier and 3 minutes' walk from Malibu Lagoon State Beach.
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The Surfrider Malibu Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
A great hotel! We loved our stay!
Andrew
Andrew, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
Perfect in every way
Was everything we could have dreamed for. Quiet, clean, aesthetic, amazing views, and incredible staff.
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Beautiful hotel and location
Fantastic couple of nights stay. The hotel has been skillfully designed and has that home away from home feel. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful - nothing seems too much trouble. Be prepared to pay top dollar for cocktails, when combined with the views from the rooftop terrace (for hotel guests only), worth it.
Only downside was the noise from the PCH (right in front of the property) but there isn't much the hotel can do about that!
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2024
NIce people
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
The BEST!
This was the most amazing stay.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Staff was awesome. So friendly and helpful.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Cute California beach house vibe and the staff was super nice!
Hanh
Hanh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2024
Great view, comfortable room and fantastic service.
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Very nice place to stay
Great place to stay near the beach. Has a rooftop bar with a fab ocean view. Brilliant service and friendly staff.
Simanta
Simanta, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Wonderful 👍😎
Darren
Darren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
What a surprise this hotel was. Such a gem in Maibu .they give you a super cool car/ surf boards / wet suits . Staff were amazing - so friendly but not over the top so you feel like you’re staying in your own little place. Amazing attention to detail. Coifee brought to your room in the morning. Beautiful roof terrace with an amazing vibe and view. Would love to come back amd surf for a week!
Sonia
Sonia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Place was great, no complaints. Will definitely be back!
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
We absolutely loved our stay at the Surfrider! delish drinks food, adorable space, walking distance to surf and pier
Taylor
Taylor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
The Surfrider is an iconic spot to stay in Malibu with great staff and an elite rooftop bar overlooking the surfers.
Evan
Evan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
Awesome facility right across from the pier. Beautiful rooftop lounge and view of the ocean. Truly a gem of a spot!
denise
denise, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2024
Clean, modern well appointed rooms and very friendly staff with a fun rooftop restaurant. However the room is far too small for the price.
Yashan
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2022
Great place for an overnight getaway!!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2023
Great locale very friendly staff and rooftop bar/food great.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2023
Beautiful little hotel. Friendly staff and the roof top bar is amazing!!
Kathryn
Kathryn, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
Amazing and beautiful property! Super kind staff and great food!
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Such a cute hotel that really paid attention to the little details! We really enjoyed our short time there. The rooftop area is awesome and a great place to get a drink, good food and great view of the ocean and pier. The location is walkable to about everything core to Malibu (Nobu, the pier).
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2022
Wonder stay, staff and proximity to everything we wanted to do.
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2023
One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at! Great place!
Todd
Todd, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2023
The staff and managers are super friendly and made our stay feel like home. They really know how to go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable.
Xiaoyu
Xiaoyu, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Surfrider is a quaint, boutique hotel in beautiful Malibu. We stayed here while visiting Pepperdine University nearby and had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the beach house vibe was exactly as advertised. My only feedback to keep in mind for future guests is that it is not quiet (PCH is very noisy) and it is VERY difficult to get a ride-share (Uber or Lyft). If you have to get somewhere on time, just take into account that an Uber may take a long time and there's no guarantee that there will be one at all. Will definitely be back!!