Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club

Environment and Location: The hotel is beautifully situated in the Santa Monica mountains, offering stunning natural scenery, including vast acres of oak trees. Guests frequently mention the serene and calming atmosphere, making it a perfect getaway spot for relaxation.(based on 1 review)

We stayed at Calamigos in spring of 2024 and had the most incredible experience. We came back in fall 2025 for a relaxing getaway; it ended up being the perfect place for one of the most important moments of our lives: our engagement. Calamigos feels like stepping into a serene, private world tucked away in the Malibu hills. The grounds are gorgeous—towering oaks, twinkling lights at night, peaceful ponds, and beautiful paths. It’s quiet, romantic, and perfectly maintained. We stayed in one of the bungalows, which was spacious, meticulously clean and very private. The fireplace, the outdoor seating area and outdoor soaking tubs surrounding by high walls/hedges made it feel like our own little hideaway. The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our stay special. We especially want to highlight the concierge, Kurt, who was involved with the planning process for weeks. He made himself available daily to ensure that the vision of the proposal became reality. The rest of the staff helped make the engagement go perfectly—accommodating our requests and making us feel celebrated the entire time. Calamigos Ranch provided the most breathtaking backdrop for the proposal. We were able to reserve the Barn venue which provided an intimate setting detailed with chandeliers in the trees and a waterfall. We will forever be grateful that we chose this place to begin the next chapter of our lives. We capped off the engagement evening with a private dinner at The Ranch Restaurant located on the property. The food was amazing and the servers were very attentive. 5/5 — Absolutely unforgettable

Calamigos Ranch and Beach Club was the perfect weekend stay for my birthday celebration. From the moment you arrive the staff goes out of their way to make sure you feel welcomed and comfortable. It has the perfect balance between luxury and laid-back approach for a ranch setting that seems that you are far away from Los Angeles for a true getaway. Perfect for Angelenos to go for a nice reset without extensive traveling. The Bungalow we stayed was perfect and very comfortable and had great amenities that you can also take home with you! I highly recommend checking this resort out for a relaxing weekend!