The Best Hotels in Malibu, California

Since 1937, Calamigos has provided luxury ranch lodging in the Santa Monica Mountains, surrounded by picturesque vineyards and forests. Each of the chic cottages and bungalows is unique, and all feature fireplaces, private courtyards, wooden decks and maple ceilings. Guests can roam the 250-acre (100ha) ranch, past the multiple swimming pools with cabanas and the jacuzzi, fire pit, fitness center and full-service spa, or take the shuttle to the Calamigos Beach Club, where there are exclusive dining options and complimentary SUP boards, snorkeling equipment and beach chairs.

Even though the Surfrider Malibu is on the mountain side (as opposed to the beach side) of PCH (Pacific Coast Highway), there are still magical ocean views to be enjoyed. The breezy rooms are designed with California’s beach culture in mind and feature panoramic vistas, spa rain shower heads, picture windows, teak furnishings and private patios, perfectly outfitted for a surf holiday. After a sesh at First Point, guests can grab a quick bite of organic, locally sourced food on the roof deck and bar, which looks out over Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach.