Located close to Malibu Pier and Malibu Lagoon State Beach, The Malibu Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located near the beach, The Malibu Motel is in Eastern Malibu, a neighborhood in Malibu. Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Malibu Lagoon State Beach and Paradise Cove Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Getty Villa. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding. Visit our Malibu travel guide
Located close to Malibu Pier and Pepperdine University, The Malibu Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
How much does it cost to stay at The Malibu Motel?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Malibu Motel on Oct 25, 2026 start from ¥45,006, 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.
Is The Malibu Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Malibu Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Malibu Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 100.00 (subject to availability).
Where is The Malibu Motel located?
Located in Eastern Malibu, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Malibu Lagoon State Beach and Malibu Pier. Pepperdine University and Getty Villa are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
The Malibu Motel Reviews
7.4
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
Nice room, great location! Perfect for a visit to our daughter at Pepperdine!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lauren
Aug 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This is an amazing place to stay with the most comfortable bed, updated gorgeous bathrooms, and it's in the best the location ever with an amazing view of the ocean and the mountains on either side. I will definitely stay there again! Thank you!
It had a nice view and room was comfortable. Availability of staff was limited though. There was a convenience store and a cafe within walking distance!
Great spot in Malibu (and I have stayed in all the hotels in the area.) The room and property over exceeded my expectations. I loved the early check - in. Definitely a nice feature, in itself.
I enjoyed my stay at the property. It was very clean, staff was friendly, parking was easy, but my only complaint is that it’s very hard to miss because there’s no sign or anything that says the name of the establishment.
I was greeted in the office and it was a quick check-in to get my room key. Staff was friendly. My room was clean. There was a small refrigerator for me to use. I setup my computer on the desk space and was able to work from my room. Plenty of daylight and you could open the windows for a breeze of fresh air. The shades were blackout so you could get a good nights rest. Great shower, spacious bathroom. The ocean view was amazing, as were the adorable hummingbirds that played in the palm trees right outside my balcony. Loved the balcony. I didn’t use the pool but it was very clean and there were plenty of lounge chairs surrounding it to use. Parking was available. Location was walkable to grocer, etc. and to public beach access— so you can see and do plenty without a car.
Stayed here for my surfing trip to Surfrider Beach, about a 20 minute walk but much more affordable than the closer options. A comfortable place to stay with helpful staff. Would stay here again and recommend.
Modest but simple, classic, comfortable, clean and (relatively affordable) beach and ocean facing motel with plenty of parking which is in scant supply elsewhere on this strip. Malibu Pier, beaches and park within walking distance.
The M is a true beach motel. It is on the inland side of Pacific Coast Hwy - with a number of restaurants within walking distance about a mile each way). The bathroom was clean and the room was comfortable.
Great hotel for a weekend getaway. Located right across the street from the beach. Very close to all the popular dining restaurants. As warned it is on PCH so you will hear the cars driving by. But that goes for any hotel on PCH. Would recommend for a little getaway.
Great little hotel for a weekend getaway. Located across the street from the beach. Very close to all the popular dining restaurants. As warned it is on PCH so you will hear the cars driving by. But that goes for any hotel on PCH. Would recommend for a little getaway.
Easy walk to Dreamland — a must visit — the beach and Malibu Pier. Great restaurant options. Sorta hidden, rustic upper patio great for viewing the ocean early morning wildlife and the sunset. Porpoise pods and diving pelicans!
I don't know why this place gets a bad wrap. You're obviously not staying in in a 5 star hotel, but this place was clean and safe. 10/10 would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Sheldon
Feb 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I didn’t like the lack of staff and or office hours. The location is very walkable and near some great restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Julie
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Hotel staff were very friendly, the room was very clean, and incredibly loud. It’s an old building, which meant you could hear the guests above you (rudely at 1am…) added to the street noise (which was unbelievable even with earphones) and the AC which wasn’t efficient, it made sleeping next to impossible. Great location, but won’t be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
THOMAS
Sep 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The noise level was so bad they provided ear plugs in the room. There is no public beach access. This is not a walking area. The room was clean. Bed only ok.