Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club - Malibu, California

Jeffrey S.

A Perfect Escape into Nature

We recently stayed at Calamigos Ranch for a few days with family, and it was an unforgettable experience. The setting is beautiful, surrounded by nature and old ranch equipment that adds a nostalgic charm. Each morning, we enjoyed peaceful walks around the resort, immersing ourselves in the serene landscape.

The breakfast was great, and the dinners were fantastic, offering a delightful culinary experience. We loved that the reception provided infused water, coffee, and tea throughout the day, making it easy to relax and refresh. Another highlight was the short drive to the private beach club, which gave us the best of both worlds—tranquil nature at the ranch and ocean views at the beach.

Even with hot weather, the area around the villas stayed surprisingly cool, making the stay even more comfortable. We appreciated the welcome wine and complimentary snacks upon arrival, and to our delight, complimentary snacks were also available daily. In the afternoon, we were treated to delicious cookies with milk—such a cozy and thoughtful touch. Fresh fruits were also provided every day, adding to the overall care and comfort.

Calamigos Ranch is perfect for anyone seeking a quiet retreat and a chance to disconnect from the busyness of life. We absolutely loved our stay and can’t wait to return!

hannah O.

We had such an amazing weekend surprise vacation.My Fiancé proposed at Calamigos Ranch with the help of the surprise proposal by Kurt. Kurt was truly so amazing with helping coordinate our surprise proposal and all of our vacation stay needs. Thank you again Kurt for all of your help and making this weekend so memorable for us. You truly went above and beyond for us.We will forever remember this stay.We will definitely be returning for our future vacations at Calamigos Ranch and hopefully for our wedding day!

sharon L.

I left a pair of heels in the room. 100% positive it was under the bed.called in straight after however the Hotel said it was not where to be found. I’m certain they took the shoes themselves or one of three members. It was $1300 heels my fault that I left there. But shame on the dishonest this hotel staff are. And the service was really bad. They never called back to check and was pretty rude about it… I said it was under the bed 100%.. the person on the phone was just like ‘OK’ well be aware of this place

Erica M.

I went to the spa at Calamigos for a massage and facial for my birthday. It was honestly one of the best massages I have ever received! Afterwards, I sat by the pool and it was such a beautiful and relaxing environment. I left feeling so happy and refreshed. I would definitely recommend!

Brian C.

Room was not very clean.

Food and service was not great& every time you try and call to talk to a manager no one answers the phone and when someone finally answers they don’t know how to help you.

LOS A.

I had a very disappointing experience at this hotel. At checkout, they attempted to charge me for a restaurant bill that wasn’t mine. I had to dispute it, which took unnecessary time. Additionally, I requested that my luggage be collected from my room at checkout. Despite being told it would be done promptly, I waited for 1 hour and 20 minutes! This delay caused me to miss my flight. I expect much better service from a hotel of this caliber. I would not recommend staying here.

Lalaine A. E.

We got married here in December 2021. The staff are amazing and very accommodating. They were able to swap our venue in a day's notice due to rain on our outdoor wedding. The wedding venues are very magical and could not have been more perfect. The only reason why I'm giving them 3 stars is because their website for their hotel rooms is very very misleading. We rented the 2 bedroom suite so that we can get ready there for the day of our wedding. If you look at the pictures it should be enough to cater to at least 12 people in there since our wedding party is very small (2 bridesmaids and 2 groomsmen). To our surprise we got a suite that could not have been more than 700sq feet. The common room, which was supposedly out getting ready room was no more than 200 sqft. If you look at the pictures on their website the room is massive. It was very disappointing but we didn't want to let that ruin our special. Also the rooms were not cheap, they didn't even give us a discount since we're renting their wedding venue. The room was $2500++, which was worth no more than $1500.

Sam B.

I stayed for two days at Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club with my husband and my dog—and we had the best time! The property is located in a quiet, remote and incredibly beautiful area of Malibu—the Ranch itself is very well maintained and clean. From the time I made the reservation online to the moment we checked in, the staff were extremely responsive and helpful. They were quick to respond to all of my inquiries via email and gave us the option to go through the entire check-in process through their website. This saved us a lot of time when we finally arrived at the hotel!

We absolutely loved our premium private cottage that included an outdoor shower, complimentary wine, water, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, and a personalized candle! We also loved the breakfast/brunch and lunch offered at the main restaurant—the black truffle croque monsieur and clam chowder pot pie were seriously incredible and have easily become two of my favorite meals—ever! Words cannot describe how delicious they were (just look at the pictures for reference).

The best part about Calamigos is that it’s pet friendly! They had an amazing goodie bag for our dog upon check in that included dog treats, toys, bath items, and a custom Calamigos doggy bandana! They also had a dog bed and dog bowls already set up in our room. And how can I forget to mention the dog room service!? Yes! You are provided a dog menu and can order room service, all day long, for your furry loved one—for free! The meals range from chicken and spinach to beef and carrots—duck and sweet potatoes to salmon and rice! Our dog was in heaven!

During our stay, we also visited the Beach Club. What a gorgeous place that includes a full bar, restaurant, pool, showers, beach chairs, beach towels, and private beach access. Although the hotel will offer to shuttle you, we decided to drive (it’s only about 12-15 min from the resort itself). There is plenty of parking at the beach club if you do decide to drive.

I do need to make very special mention of Michael (K.), the bartender at the smaller bar/restaurant near the spa pool. He was so outgoing and incredibly friendly. He made sure our drinks were always full and that we had everything we needed at all times. Even after leaving the bar/restaurant to relax by the spa pool, he still came out frequently to check on us. Thank you, Michael, for your amazing hospitality, outstanding customer service, and positive energy!