Name: Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University
Address: 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California, United States of America, Malibu, California, US
Price range: $202–$381 per night
Rating: 9.05

What guests think

At Villa Graziadio at Pepperdine University, travellers consistently praise the sweeping ocean views, quiet hilltop setting, and courteous front-desk team, while noting limited on-site amenities, occasional difficulties finding the property, and some room comfort concerns.

Rooms are generally clean and functional, though Wi‑Fi or TV performance can vary. The campus setting feels safe and convenient for Pepperdine visits, but dining is limited to a pantry and nearby cafeteria, with most restaurants a short drive away. Expect a low-key, no-frills stay focused on views near Malibu.

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Facilities

Amenities are limited; there is no on-site restaurant or bar. A small pantry is available, and guests note using the nearby campus cafeteria for meals.

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stephen

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great place for me to stay with my truck and motorcycle trailer. Because of the campus security I felt fine just detaching my trailer with the bike on it. In the city that would make it very easy to steal. Very safe. I had a beautiful ocean view room. The bed was great. It is not a typical hotel scene though. No swimming pool, no restaurant/bar.

10

Jillian

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel is not super luxe, but the staff are wonderful, and the views are incredibly. It’s expensive for what it offers, but very convenient to the Pepperdine campus.

8

Julie

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Convenient location if you’re visiting Pepperdine as it is the only hotel on campus. It’s a bit odd, as it was clearly converted from an office building or classrooms. Not a lot of amenities but close enough to drive anywhere and the view is absolutely stunning.

10

Loretta

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is part of a university. It's quiet, a lovely, well appointed room with a great view of the ocean from high above. There is no restaurant, lobby shops,etc., but you can buy a water or snack and the college has a nearby cafeteria. It's a short drive down the hill into Malibu with plenty of options. It's half the price of other Malibu hotels. It's a find.

10

Charles

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We were upgraded to an ocean view and balcony so that was a pleasant surprise! It was a very relaxing three days and the room and bed were very upscale and comfortable. Every receptionist at the desk was extremely cordial and helpful. The view was gorgeous! There was plenty of coffee and apples each morning. I would definitely stay again. It was close to the beach, many restaurants, and the Getty Villa.

8

Anita

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff and cleanliness were excellent. The amenities could use some improvement such as a microwave in the room and the TV and the room phone didn't work.

10

John

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing in immediate vicinity. Quiet. Appears safe and secure. Fair front desk staff. Has pantry but no restaurant.

10

mary ann

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Frontdesk people are great. They attended immediately to our concern.. Housekeeping is great. Food is awesome. people at the Cafeteria are so so nice!!! two thumbs up

8

Sean

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views. Very, very limited food options nearby.

6

Petra

Dec 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I had a hard time finding the hotel, signage was lacking. Also parking is lacking. Had to walk a lot to get back to hotel because all their spots were taken. Nice linens and toiletries. Nice size room. Great burritos en the university restaurant that is attached to the hotel.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness earns frequent praise for tidy, well-kept rooms, with housekeeping generally reliable. A few guests reported isolated oversights such as hair in bathrooms, a dirty towel, spiders/webs, or carpets needing attention.

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Anna

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful campus, the room was very clean with a stunning ocean view. It’s an easy drive to all the restaurants and activities.

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Jim

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was new and very clean. Staff was attentive. View was gteat and came with a balcany that screamed for red wine at sunset (it is a dry campus.) Great for a quiet retreat.

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Valerie

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very difficult to navigate. There were hairs in the bathroom that did not belong to me.

10

Julie

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place! Carpet needs cleaning. Overall location lovely

8

Anita

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff and cleanliness were excellent. The amenities could use some improvement such as a microwave in the room and the TV and the room phone didn't work.

10

Bassette

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanliness

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HASMIK

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The only thing i didnt like was i asked/paid for ocean view they gave me mountain view also the room looked like hasn't been cleaned, the sheets smelled weird and there was a dirty towel also spiders and spiderweb. Overall good size room for one person beautiful big balcony which was very enjoyable, i would stay here again but probably next time ill be asking for new things.

10

arnetta

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff at check in, excellent room location, and very clean. The view from the room was spectacular!

10

Elaine

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Very nice and clean place!!

10

akilah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and accommodating. Because of the wonderful woman at the front desk, this was one of our best hotel stays ever. Additionally, the room was immaculate and very quiet. My daughter has dog allergies and it was so nice to stay in a place that is allergy free. Thank you thank you!

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Rooms

Rooms are quiet with standout ocean views, though decor can feel corporate or older. Bed comfort and in-room tech (Wi‑Fi/TV) are inconsistent across stays.

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Lladel

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Spectacular views! Quiet

10

cristiani

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The ocean view is breathtaking!

8

Pamela

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Older but clean very comfortable bed. Challenging to find.

6

Kishi

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The building for check in is extremely difficult to find and very little signage on the campus. The front desk was just ok. Not very friendly and the WiFi is not greatly. It’s hard to command and once you do it drops often.

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Neil

Nov 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Tv did not work in our room, and had to switch rooms after an hour of troubleshooting a stupid TV. In addition, was supposedly a Mountain View, which turned out to a courtyard view. Lame. Was our anniversary, won't do that again.

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Anita

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff and cleanliness were excellent. The amenities could use some improvement such as a microwave in the room and the TV and the room phone didn't work.

10

Zachary

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was awesome and the hotel was modern. The only negative was that the bed was a bit uncomfortable for me but I would stay here again. Amazing place to stay in Malibu.

10

arnetta

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff at check in, excellent room location, and very clean. The view from the room was spectacular!

10

akilah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and accommodating. Because of the wonderful woman at the front desk, this was one of our best hotel stays ever. Additionally, the room was immaculate and very quiet. My daughter has dog allergies and it was so nice to stay in a place that is allergy free. Thank you thank you!

10

Heidi Jo

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a complete surprise that at the top of the beautiful Pepperdine campus nestled in the hills were executive suites with sweeping ocean views. The decor was a bit corporate… But the beauty of the local and the staff were superb. And the price was unbeatable during high season. Something just down the road comparable was $1700! A real gem!

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, kind, and accommodating. Some guests experienced check-in issues or miscommunications, including delays and room assignment mistakes.

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Sarah

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful location and views. Helpful and friendly staff.

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christopher

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was a mess. No recognition of my Expedia status. In fact, we even asked to pay for a better room because our room was horrific. No better than a motel six and I’m being kind. The hotel was near empty. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel if it was the last hotel on earth.

10

Laszlo

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The lady who checked us in was simply amazing! She was very personable and gave us some great tips on how to get around and make the most of our experience at Pepperdine. She is most appreciated!

10

Lisa

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Very friendly staff.

10

Dennis

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were so helpful and kind.

10

Dana

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff

10

gena

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My friend and I stayed there just because it was the location that we needed. We liked it so much that we came back on our next girl trip. The receptionist (Claudia?blonde hair) is just a gem and made our stay, she also remembered us from the year prior! See you next year!

10

akilah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and accommodating. Because of the wonderful woman at the front desk, this was one of our best hotel stays ever. Additionally, the room was immaculate and very quiet. My daughter has dog allergies and it was so nice to stay in a place that is allergy free. Thank you thank you!

6

Bob

Apr 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not ready upon check in. Had to wait 1.5 hours after check in time till room was available. Resulting in us being late to our engagement. Very frustrating.

8

Roxy

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is awesome. But the staff could do better in some areas. The staff neglected to tell us how the TV works. And they also gave us the wrong room at first. Someone on the cleaning staff later on made rude comments in front my friend (in Spanish but my friend understood) when they were getting soda. I just ask they do better.

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Location

Set on Pepperdine’s campus, the location is safe, quiet, and ideal for university visits with broad Malibu views. It can be hard to find, and a car helps for reaching restaurants, beaches, and the town.

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CURTIS

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The ocean view is fantastic, but locating the exact location of hotel was difficult. Better signage or directions would help.

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Lidia

Nov 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We kind of got lost, finding the place didn’t realize it was at heroes garden! I think that the place is really beautiful with an amazing view. Very happy there.

8

Pamela

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Older but clean very comfortable bed. Challenging to find.

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Julie

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Convenient location if you’re visiting Pepperdine as it is the only hotel on campus. It’s a bit odd, as it was clearly converted from an office building or classrooms. Not a lot of amenities but close enough to drive anywhere and the view is absolutely stunning.

10

Meng

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is beautiful to stay at and since it was in a gated university, it felt safe. Staff was professional and friendly. Lots of parking with a great view of Malibu towards the beach. Fairly convenient to stores, restaurants, and Malibu pier.

10

Loretta

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is part of a university. It's quiet, a lovely, well appointed room with a great view of the ocean from high above. There is no restaurant, lobby shops,etc., but you can buy a water or snack and the college has a nearby cafeteria. It's a short drive down the hill into Malibu with plenty of options. It's half the price of other Malibu hotels. It's a find.

10

Alan

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a great experience, nice and quiet, very safe area

6

Kishi

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The building for check in is extremely difficult to find and very little signage on the campus. The front desk was just ok. Not very friendly and the WiFi is not greatly. It’s hard to command and once you do it drops often.

8

Sean

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views. Very, very limited food options nearby.

10

Reshma

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. A car is needed to stay at this property as it's on top of the mountain.

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Dining

No on-site restaurant or bar; only a small pantry and a nearby campus cafeteria. Off-site dining requires a short drive, and options on the hill are limited.

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stephen

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great place for me to stay with my truck and motorcycle trailer. Because of the campus security I felt fine just detaching my trailer with the bike on it. In the city that would make it very easy to steal. Very safe. I had a beautiful ocean view room. The bed was great. It is not a typical hotel scene though. No swimming pool, no restaurant/bar.

8

Anna

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful campus, the room was very clean with a stunning ocean view. It’s an easy drive to all the restaurants and activities.

10

Meng

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is beautiful to stay at and since it was in a gated university, it felt safe. Staff was professional and friendly. Lots of parking with a great view of Malibu towards the beach. Fairly convenient to stores, restaurants, and Malibu pier.

10

Loretta

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is part of a university. It's quiet, a lovely, well appointed room with a great view of the ocean from high above. There is no restaurant, lobby shops,etc., but you can buy a water or snack and the college has a nearby cafeteria. It's a short drive down the hill into Malibu with plenty of options. It's half the price of other Malibu hotels. It's a find.

10

Charles

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We were upgraded to an ocean view and balcony so that was a pleasant surprise! It was a very relaxing three days and the room and bed were very upscale and comfortable. Every receptionist at the desk was extremely cordial and helpful. The view was gorgeous! There was plenty of coffee and apples each morning. I would definitely stay again. It was close to the beach, many restaurants, and the Getty Villa.

10

John

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing in immediate vicinity. Quiet. Appears safe and secure. Fair front desk staff. Has pantry but no restaurant.

10

mary ann

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Frontdesk people are great. They attended immediately to our concern.. Housekeeping is great. Food is awesome. people at the Cafeteria are so so nice!!! two thumbs up

8

Sean

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views. Very, very limited food options nearby.

6

Petra

Dec 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I had a hard time finding the hotel, signage was lacking. Also parking is lacking. Had to walk a lot to get back to hotel because all their spots were taken. Nice linens and toiletries. Nice size room. Great burritos en the university restaurant that is attached to the hotel.

10

Reshma

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. A car is needed to stay at this property as it's on top of the mountain.

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Month	Average price
January	$260
February	$266
March	$262
April	$265
May	$270
June	$251
July	$245
August	$237
September	$328
October	$253
November	$241
December	$262

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4 $321	5	6 $226	7 $229	8 $228	9	10 $349
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18	19 $381	20 $252	21 $233	22 $232	23 $231	24 $257
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20 $214	21 $219	22	23	24	25 $293	26 $292
27 $227	28 $228	29 $202	30

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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