Down in southern California, where the glorious Santa Monica Mountains meet the golden sands of the coast, is a glamorous city practically built for vacationing—Malibu. Travelers are welcome to sunbathe, swim, or surf at the famed Zuma Beach—or any of the many beaches. You can also enjoy long walks around the pier with an ice cream in hand. When you’re feeling hungry, many local eateries are ready to tempt what your tastebuds desire, whether it be fresh, organic food from the Malibu Farm or a seafood delight at Broad Street Oyster Company. When you’re ready to rest, you’ll find the local accommodations with superb offerings and hospitality. Check out these best Airbnb Plus rentals in Malibu, California, for your next trip.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Classic beach house with hot tub (from USD 964)
If you want to host a lively get-together, this might be the place for you. In this tranquil beach house, you’re guaranteed to either sleep in a king-size bed or unique bunk beds with mini-doors to act as a capsule-like private space. Enjoy carefree privacy on the private beach in your backyard and relaxing evenings in the hot tub. Plus, you can have breakfast out on the deck.
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the deck with gas grill and sun-beds was the perfect place to cook and relaxa tv with cable connection to watch live tv programs would also have been goodCleanliness:
the place is clean and well keptvery nice clean and modern/beachy houseit's cool and hip and super cleanclean and cozy and super stylish would def come back for a weekend gatewayit’s cozy and clean and in the perfect malibu locationHost:
lovely lovely host and beach houseowner is nice to work witheric was a great host and very easy to work withwell appointed place and great hosteric was very kind and welcoming and made us feel right at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
location location location this place is truly right on the beachgreat location and perfect for familiesthe house is beautiful and a great locationwe were close to great restaurants up and down the pchi would definitely recommend staying here the location is amazing
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2. Spacious and tranquil townhouse (from USD 453)
Are you craving a getaway with friends? If so, this townhouse may be the perfect place to host an intimate reunion. It offers wide open outdoor spaces offering stellar fresh air, ocean views, and granite and limestone kitchen and bathrooms. There’s also a magnificent spa tub you’re welcome to sink into after a long day full of activities.
The townhouse also has the added benefit of an enormous amount of space—you’ll never want for your privacy, even while enjoying the company of your loved ones.
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the beds are comfortable the view is perfectoverall a wonderful place to stay: plenty of necessary amenities (kitchen bath etci love the view i love the ocean the beds are comfortablei saw a whale from my bed we would definitely stay here again and againCleanliness:
the place was very clean and well stockedbeautify setting clean and comfortable homethe place was very clean and looked amazingthe apartment itself is clean and modern and comfortablethe beds comfortable it's always spotless cleanHost:
david was a fantastic hostthe host was communicative respectful and attentive throughoutdavid is an incredible attentive host and was an absolute joy to meetdavid was a great host super polite and responded quicklyabsolute 5 stars and the host is extremely nice and laid backRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectperfect location & great spaceplace was awesome location location locationthe location is private secure and perfectly serenebeautiful rustic place right on the beach
3. Intimate apartment fronting the ocean (from USD 588)
Named one of Conde Nast Traveler’s Top 7 Airbnbs in Los Angeles, this gorgeous, exclusive apartment is the perfect place to stay if you’re looking for a romantic weekend with your partner.
The living room has been lovingly decorated with whimsical pictures and touches and features an open-plan living. The kitchen has all the necessities, and you can access the newly renovated bathroom. The bedroom also offers a beach view, a queen-sized bed, and room-darkening shades. These will let you cuddle and sleep well while listening to the sounds of the ocean.
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outstanding apt with an amazing viewthis apartment is absolutely amazing from the inside decor to the large deck the views can't be beatthe apartment and the view just super cozy and really cleanit is such beautiful beach front apt with charming***connie was so friendly & responded promptly direct beach access parking on premises cable & wifiCleanliness:
this place was absolutely perfect so clean and beautifulthe views of the ocean were gorgeous the place itself was clean and decorated beautifullyit’s bright clean fresh while being warm and invitingher place is stylish clean light and airy high-end and quietthe place is impeccably clean well decorated and she is very responsive to any requestHost:
the owners showed excellent hospitalityconnie was a wonderful hostthe hosts were kind and friendlyconnie was an amazing hosta brilliant host: quick responses and always available to helpRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is idealincredibly close amazing restaurantsamazing location so close to all the good stuff in malibubeautiful apartment and great locationclose to great restaurants and the beach
4. Oceanfront penthouse with nautical theme (from USD 636)
This exquisite penthouse offers you a breathtaking view of the ocean and is on the soft, golden sands of the beach. Moreover, this penthouse will soothe all your worries with its quirky nautical theme, sunny and airy chambers, and gorgeous deck. Whether here for some decadent alone time or time with your loved ones, you’ll have a great stay in this piece of tranquility.
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a wonderful stay the view was breathtaking and i was very comfortablethe bathrooms also had a heater which was very much appreciated especially when bathing the babyhome had lots of space and was very comfortablebeautiful apartment location and view is unbeatablethe beds & bedding are incredibly comfortable checkin & out was easy and the location cannot be beatenCleanliness:
place is clean and have everything we needlovely clean space directly on the beachfantastic view clean and quietthis place is amazing the perfect ocean view located right on the beach very clean and spaciousa clean and comfortable home with spectacular views of the oceanHost:
the host was extremely responsive and helpfulresponsive host and quiet neighborhoodthe hosts were extremely responsive and welcominggreat place fabulous owner and host who just made the stay so easywe left some belongings there and they were kind enough to help us in sending them backRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location and nice and comfortable homegreat location and the property was well maintainedwhat a wonderful experience loved the location beautiful residential areagreat property and location is the best highly recommendedtremendous location responsive hosts
5. Luxurious villa on a cliff (from USD 1524)
This villa is the epitome of opulence with its monochrome theme, stately oak wood floors, and glittering chandeliers—a perfect place to host a party or reunion. Best of all is the scenic view of the sea on the terrace. Guests are welcome to sunbathe and enjoy the fresh air or take full advantage of the fire pit provided and roast a delicious dinner while watching the sunset.
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great space great views a lot of roomviews are incredible kitchen had everything a chef would need and the beds were super comfycomfortable for a group of 8gorgeous home giant kitchen amazing viewsthere was a fun welcome cookie gift with a note on arrival and good wi-fiCleanliness:
there are plenty of clean towels linens and toiletriesthe beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of clean towelswhen we arrived the place was clean and had a welcome giftbeautiful clean home with even better viewsthe house is very clean and we'll decorated with one of the best views i've seenHost:
mary was such a great hostmary was a wonderful host and was super accommodatingthe host was extremely responsivemary the property manager was so helpful and responsive she made the process effortlessthe host mary was awesome as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in malibu as wellthis property is gorgeous and located in the best location of malibuexcellent location and exactly what is described in the postingfantastic home in a beautiful locationthis was such a great place to stay at
6. Oceanside getaway with private pool (from USD 306)
If you’re looking for a private spot to loosen up and get some much-needed alone time, this is the right place.
The bedroom features a panoramic view of the ocean. The deck is primed and ready to cook a mouthwatering dinner on the grill as you watch the sunset. The plunge pool tempts you to take a refreshing dip to beat Malibu’s gloriously sunny weather. The beach is also a relaxing stroll away if you need to unwind.
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great views and comfortable bedincredible view loved the plunge poolthe outdoor deck views were absolutely beautiful and relaxing and the pool was refreshingthe view and the pool what an amazing experiencecosy and quiet apartment for relaxing with a fantastic sea viewCleanliness:
very clean and modern insidevery clean and well kepteverything was clean and neateverything was clean and neatthe place was very clean and well decoratedHost:
beautiful place and great hostsshe provided local places to visit & extremely responsivetatiana was a great and thoughtful hosttatiana was a great host would love to stay here againtatiana came down and greeted me and she was such a lovely and thoughtful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to check out a few hikes in the areabeautiful location and everything that we expected and moregreat location and perfect for a couple getawaysafe super well located easy park confortable few minutes to hot spots of malibualso the price in an excellent for the location
7. Sunny bungalow with beach views (from USD 400)
Do you want to be near the energetic bustle of your vacation spot? This bungalow guarantees you a prime space to explore the best of Malibu—the famous Malibu Pier is only a short distance away and a serene place to rest. Find peace in this airy home, which offers you a fully equipped kitchen, lots of sunlight, and wonderful ocean views from its windows.
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the bed and other furniture were very comfortableexcellent view the place was cozy and perfect for a weekend or mid-week getawaythe bed is comfortable the kitchen has everything we need and the view cannot be beatlike other reviews state the bed isn’t very comfortable but the view is amazingCleanliness:
clean comfortable and very cutei love the vintage feel while still being clean and functionalHost:
host was super helpfulthe host was easy to communicate with and the spot had everything we neededwe feel at home when we stay here and cruz is always available helpful and caringvery fun spot helpful and responsive host toowe had a couple issues and the host was so fast to respond it was so greatRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthe location is perfectamazing location and great valuethe location is just breathtakinggreat location overall pleasant stay
8. Chic and vintage beach house (from USD 1000)
Mere inches from the water, this gorgeous beach house can sleep a small group of lucky beach-loving guests in its large bedrooms.
The house features a fully-equipped kitchen with everything you need to make a delicious dinner. The lounge has oversized folding glass doors, ready to let the sea breeze into the shabby chic living area. Moreover, you’re welcome to spend time on the hardwood front deck or race down its stairs for a quick splash and paddle in the waiting sea.
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the experience on the deck - spectacular views fresh air and comfortable furniture - is really specialthe master bed is like sleeping on a cloud with a view of the oceanbreathtaking ocean views complete with the sound of crashing waves from every roomhuge seaside deck with lounging beds and outdoor dining tableauthentically decorated with rustic sea washed furniture and comfortable linens in the bedroomCleanliness:
spotless and extremely comfortable bedclean well kept and relaxingthe place was clean comfortable and everything workedthe house is cute shabby chic clean and had everything we neededvery nice house beautiful view the house is very clean and everything is ready for usHost:
host is very friendly and accommodatinghe was very responsive and a great hosteric is so friendly ownercottage was fantastic and eric was a great host we cooked ourselves and hardly wanted to leavethe good kindRead more reviewsLocation:
right on the water great location within malibu close to lots of good restaurantsthe location was great and eric is very accommodatingquiet cozy perfectiona real privilege to stay in such an amazing locationits in a great location and eric is a fantastic hosts
A natural wonderland
Beaches aren’t Malibu’s only charm. It also boasts the magnificent Santa Monica Mountains, where you can explore the famous Solstice Canyon, take in scenic waterfalls, or hike to the top and behold the city’s splendor from an aerial perspective. So stay in this city, where you can breathe a little easier with its surrounding beauty, and check out one of these best Airbnb Plus rentals.
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