The Malibu Dream Resort Reviews

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  Hannah Sent on 12/14/2021
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  Excellent service

  The Malibu Dream Resort was way more than we expected. The wedding went so smoothly the venue provided us with On-Site Security Guards and the best Valet Service that we used to help our guest park their cars as well as show us the best vendor for shuttles. We were so afraid that our vendors wouldn't work out, but the Venue Manager at the Malibu Dream Resort was such good help.
  

  The Malibu Dream Resort was way more than we expected. The wedding went so smoothly the venue provided us with On-Site Security Guards and the best Valet Service that we used to help our guest park their cars as well as show us the best vendor for shuttles. We were so afraid that our vendors wouldn't work out, but the Venue Manager at the Malibu Dream Resort was such good help.
  
• Diana Sent on 09/28/2023
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  5-Star Perfection

  The Malibu Dream Resort is exactly as the name reads - it's an absolute dream. This estate felt like I had traveled 1/2 way across the world, I couldn't believe it was here in Southern California. The views, the venue spaces, the accommodations - it absolutely blew me away. My husband and I couldn't be happier! Thank you for the best experience from start to finish. I would give you 6 stars if I could!

  The Malibu Dream Resort is exactly as the name reads - it's an absolute dream. This estate felt like I had traveled 1/2 way across the world, I couldn't believe it was here in Southern California. The views, the venue spaces, the accommodations - it absolutely blew me away. My husband and I couldn't be happier! Thank you for the best experience from start to finish. I would give you 6 stars if I could!
• Brittany Sent on 12/20/2021
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  Had a blast

  Had an amazing experience at the Malibu dream resort. Their accommodations were above and beyond. Thank you for making my sister wedding a weekend to remember for us all.

  Had an amazing experience at the Malibu dream resort. Their accommodations were above and beyond. Thank you for making my sister wedding a weekend to remember for us all.
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• Lucy Sent on 12/14/2021
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  Thank You Malibu Dream Resort

  It's been a few months since my husband and I got married, but we just had time to sit down and thank everyone who made our dreams come true. We fell in love with the place at our first walkthrough about a year ago. We were able to use the list of recommended vendors they had as well as use our own which was really nice in terms of customization. Getting married in Malibu is what I've wanted ever since I was a little kid, but getting married at a resort like this is something I have never dreamed of.

  It's been a few months since my husband and I got married, but we just had time to sit down and thank everyone who made our dreams come true. We fell in love with the place at our first walkthrough about a year ago. We were able to use the list of recommended vendors they had as well as use our own which was really nice in terms of customization. Getting married in Malibu is what I've wanted ever since I was a little kid, but getting married at a resort like this is something I have never dreamed of.
• Kevin Sent on 12/14/2021
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  Memories that will last a life time

  The Malibu Dream Resort was truly an amazing experience. We slept at the resort for two nights with our family as well as got married overlooking the Malibu ocean front which has always been a dream of mine. The Most amazing part is that the Living The Dream team helped us through any questions we had as well as scheduled the perfect amount of vendor visits to help us prepare for our event.

  The Malibu Dream Resort was truly an amazing experience. We slept at the resort for two nights with our family as well as got married overlooking the Malibu ocean front which has always been a dream of mine. The Most amazing part is that the Living The Dream team helped us through any questions we had as well as scheduled the perfect amount of vendor visits to help us prepare for our event.
• Helen Sent on 03/08/2025
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  Do not rec!

  DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS VENDOR FOR WEDDING!! Filter by newest search on both here and wedding wire - the good reviews are about lodging or from many years prior. That is not true anymore as they are being sued by the county for hosting events. They are NOT licensed to host weddings and canceled two weeks before the wedding. In addition, they refused to provide deposit or the full amount book and only did so after full legal action was taken. They had poor communication throughout the whole process which makes sense in hindsight cause they were actively lying and withholding information!
  
  This malicious intent highlights the shadiness of this corporation. If you Google the owner, you can find articles and lawsuits from other brides in similar boats. After the very last minute cancellation and calling other venues to see who had last minute availability, they mentioned how that location is notorious for bending the rules. I am disheartened that they would be dishonest and scam people on what is arguably one of the biggest and most expensive days of their lives! I’m glad it eventually worked out with a different venue but I wouldn’t wish this on anyone.

  DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS VENDOR FOR WEDDING!! Filter by newest search on both here and wedding wire - the good reviews are about lodging or from many years prior. That is not true anymore as they are being sued by the county for hosting events. They are NOT licensed to host weddings and canceled two weeks before the wedding. In addition, they refused to provide deposit or the full amount book and only did so after full legal action was taken. They had poor communication throughout the whole process which makes sense in hindsight cause they were actively lying and withholding information!
  
  This malicious intent highlights the shadiness of this corporation. If you Google the owner, you can find articles and lawsuits from other brides in similar boats. After the very last minute cancellation and calling other venues to see who had last minute availability, they mentioned how that location is notorious for bending the rules. I am disheartened that they would be dishonest and scam people on what is arguably one of the biggest and most expensive days of their lives! I’m glad it eventually worked out with a different venue but I wouldn’t wish this on anyone.
• Linda Sent on 03/02/2025
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  Avoid this vendor at all costs, ruined our wedding

  It was a nightmare working with LTD and they ruined our wedding. We booked the Malibu dream resort venue at the end of 2023 for wedding. They called us 2 weeks prior to our wedding date saying they need to cancel. This was a few days after they collected our final payment. When we asked for a refund, they refused.
  
  They have had a history of violating zoning laws, ignoring multiple cease and desist letters from the county, and currently have multiple lawsuits against them. If you just do a google search - you will find they are facing multiple lawsuits and have terrible reviews on Yelp. ALL OF THEIR PROPERTIES ARE NOT ALLLOWED TO HOST COMMERCIAL EVENTS.
  
  This caused us so much stress as we had to find another venue in 2 weeks and incurred a lot of extra charges. They not only did this to us, but many others as indicated by multiple yelp reviews and this lawsuit. Please read: https://patch.com/california/malibu/couple-sues-after-malibu-mansion-wedding-plans-fall-apart. They are also currently being sued by LA County
  
  They made us sign a fraudulent contract, refused to refund us, and this is a patterned behavior. We had to consult a lawyer to send a demand letter, continuously follow up, and threaten legal action before they gave us what they owed us.

  It was a nightmare working with LTD and they ruined our wedding. We booked the Malibu dream resort venue at the end of 2023 for wedding. They called us 2 weeks prior to our wedding date saying they need to cancel. This was a few days after they collected our final payment. When we asked for a refund, they refused.
  
  They have had a history of violating zoning laws, ignoring multiple cease and desist letters from the county, and currently have multiple lawsuits against them. If you just do a google search - you will find they are facing multiple lawsuits and have terrible reviews on Yelp. ALL OF THEIR PROPERTIES ARE NOT ALLLOWED TO HOST COMMERCIAL EVENTS.
  
  This caused us so much stress as we had to find another venue in 2 weeks and incurred a lot of extra charges. They not only did this to us, but many others as indicated by multiple yelp reviews and this lawsuit. Please read: https://patch.com/california/malibu/couple-sues-after-malibu-mansion-wedding-plans-fall-apart. They are also currently being sued by LA County
  
  They made us sign a fraudulent contract, refused to refund us, and this is a patterned behavior. We had to consult a lawyer to send a demand letter, continuously follow up, and threaten legal action before they gave us what they owed us.
• Lucy Sent on 03/08/2025
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  Be beware, do not book!

  My best friend booked this venue, and just TWO WEEKS before her wedding, they contacted her to cancel. They offered to switch her to another estate they owned, but all of the available options had significantly smaller guest capacities than the Malibu Dream. At that point, my friend requested a refund, but they declined, stating that alternatives had been offered....
  
  After looking into the situation, my friend discovered that the venue was reportedly facing legal action from the city of LA due to operating commercially in a residential zone, with multiple complaints from neighbors about noise levels. She also found others who had experienced similar issues and decided to pursue legal action. Eventually, after three months, she received a refund.
  
  This is NOT the kind of experience anyone should have when planning such an important life event!

  My best friend booked this venue, and just TWO WEEKS before her wedding, they contacted her to cancel. They offered to switch her to another estate they owned, but all of the available options had significantly smaller guest capacities than the Malibu Dream. At that point, my friend requested a refund, but they declined, stating that alternatives had been offered....
  
  After looking into the situation, my friend discovered that the venue was reportedly facing legal action from the city of LA due to operating commercially in a residential zone, with multiple complaints from neighbors about noise levels. She also found others who had experienced similar issues and decided to pursue legal action. Eventually, after three months, she received a refund.
  
  This is NOT the kind of experience anyone should have when planning such an important life event!

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