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    Fairmont Breakers Long Beach

    4.0 (107 reviews)
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    Jasmine R.

    Absolutely amazing hotel for many reasons. It's gorgeous , the location is amazing with being footsteps near the beach and also being in an active area for Long Beach. The staff is so lovely, from outside to inside. It felt too good to be true. They have a free gym, pool, rooftop area with multiple restaurants and bars inside. The rooms are gorgeous with amazing views. I feel like no one takes advantage of their gym! Loved working out and especially since it was all to myself. The only con was the restaurants and bars. It is very expensive. For one cocktail is around 20-25 dollars. Now imagine the food. Of course we tried their bars and the Sky Room restaurant. Beautiful. Good food, but not for the prices. But the hotel itself is a 10/10. I'd love to stay again.

    Elizabeth L.

    The Fairmont Breakers in Long Beach is the best hotel in town. It is a 5 star luxury resort hotel, and you never need to leave there, but do, because you have to have a meal on Pine Street, the staff will give you directions. This is a vintage hotel on the outside and and a fully remodeled interior and all of it is stunning from the lobby to the rooms. They have a great pool and gym, steam room and relaxation room. If you want a massage they will handle it. The rooms are all comfortable and quiet. They are spotless and the beds are great. It is quiet and the amenities are great. The service is very good, but they do need to work on getting you into your room on time. The maid service is exceptional. We also love the valets. This hotel is expensive, but great for a special occasion. It has a full bar, room service and at least 3 eateries. We loved having brunch there. Their eggs benedict are just great as is all the food. We did not get a chance to try the other eateries. We loved the pool. The only issue I had was the AC kept going on and off and that is not okay with me, but I assume they have repaired it. You will love this place.

    Delicious Alter Egos Hearts Whisper drink!Refreshing at the pool bar
    angela l.

    Excellent little getaway in Long Beach especially when it has great Californian weather.The place has live music at the bars,Halo rooftop has dj and it's just a pretty place.Great service from the valet to all the restaurants,rooftop bar and pool bar.

    Tyra R.

    As a Long Beach native, I've been lucky enough to try so many local spas--Terranea, Burke Williams, and just about everywhere in between. For my birthday, I decided to try the Fairmont Spa, and I was honestly blown away. This was one of the best massages I've ever had. My therapist's technique was absolutely incredible, and I loved that she incorporated stretching throughout the massage. It made the experience feel so unique and restorative. The spa itself is beautiful. While it doesn't have as many amenities as some of the larger spas, the quality of the massage is what matters most to me, and it absolutely delivered. My only tiny wish is that the robes had pockets! The staff explained the thoughtful design choice behind them, which I appreciated, but I still found myself wishing for pockets. I'll definitely be back. I'm so happy to have such an amazing spa right here in my own neighborhood!

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    Dana S.

    2nd stay here and the experience was mostly the same except for a hot hotel room. They completed a tower cooling repair that evening causing the air to work intermittently from midnight to 7am. I hoped it wouldn't affect my room much but was disappointed to wake up in a sweat at 2am. Not much sleeping after that. Room service was fantastic (although they forgot the salted caramel syrup in my macchiato and brought it up after I had finished my coffee). Dinner at Nettuno was fine, but disappointed that the restaurant upstairs was closed on a Monday night. The hotel is well kept and spotless. Hoping for a more restful experience if I return in the future.

    Jordan P.

    Wonderful service from start to finish Id like to highlight brenden exemplary recommendations and looking forward to the next visit

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    Deni B.

    I had an AmEx hotel credit expiring, so I booked a one night staycation at Fairmont Breakers and loved it! One of the main reasons we chose this hotel is because all hotel guests have access to the spa facilities. It's not huge, but it was perfect for a calming escape. We enjoyed the gym, the steam room, the showers, and the relaxation room for some quiet peaceful moments. We also tried 3 of the restaurants in the hotel (the Sky Room for dinner, Alter Ego for post dinner drinks and live jazz, and Nettuno for breakfast). They were all great and really felt like an occasion. I was really blown away by the service at Sky Room. It was rainy during our stay so we didn't get to enjoy the pool, but it made me want to come back in the summer! We were on the top floor of guest rooms which offered a nice view; however, we did hear the sounds of furniture moving and cleaning carts late into the night (past midnight) because we were under the bars / restaurants.

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    Katya Z.

    We had a great experience from start to finish! The hotel absolutely smells amazing when you walk in and feels bright and luxe. All the staff was so welcoming and hospitable! They gave us something complimentary because it was my partners birthday. The room was clean and beautiful! We also really enjoyed the rooftop. They have a DJ on the weekend from 7-10pm.

    Jose H.

    We finally had a chance to stay here for a little stay-cation using our FH+R credit, and it's genuinely great to see Long Beach finally welcoming a true luxury brand among all the convention hotels in the area. We arrived on NYE-eve and the hotel was understandably busy, and the front desk team looked a bit overwhelmed. André stepped in, introduced himself, and started welcoming guests who were waiting. He asked about our plans, and when we mentioned wanting dinner at Sky Room but couldn't get a reservation online, he immediately said he'd look into it. Calls and texts were made, and what really stood out to me was how discreetly and smoothly he handled everything -- he even took down my phone number while I was updating it with the check-in agent without interrupting anything. By the time we finished checking in, he had a 6pm table confirmed for us. The next morning, André greeted us by name as we were about to put our name on the wait list for breakfast at Nettuno -- impressive, especially for a 200+ room property that is luxury but not "ultra-boutique." Keeping track of that many guests while managing the lobby is no small task. We later learned André is actually the GM, which explained a lot about the level of attentiveness. Breakfast was comped due to a longer wait, which was especially thoughtful, even though we had the FH+R breakfast credit that would have covered most of the meal. Still, it felt sincere and like someone truly wanted to make sure guests were being looked after. It's these kinds of small touches and genuine care that make a hotel memorable and turn travelers into loyal guests. Great Job!

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    Becky K.

    This historic hotel has been restored to its golden era glamour. From the moment you walk in you feel like you are transported back to the art deco era. Everything is meticulously, clean, and beautifully decorated. There is always a doorman or valet, waiting to open the door for you. Once you walk in, you greeted by a spectacular foyer. We came during Christmas time so a gigantic Christmas tree greeted us. In the lobby, there is a restaurant, coffee bar/regular bar, and at nighttime a hotel bar. On the other side of the elevators is the spot and a very nice gym. There is a restaurant located on one of the top floors as well as the rooftop bar at the very top. We had a deluxe king room. It was enough space for both of us and very clean and modern. We really loved the shower. The hotel is walkable to everything and steps from the beach. Valet parking in $50 a day.

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    Michelle T.

    I LOVE old buildings and hotels so stay at the Fairmont Breakers was so exciting! I didn't realize how artistic and beautiful the hotel would be inside. The location is nice, right next to Shorline Drive so you have the Pike area, the Aquarium, the Marina, Pine Street - central to so much going on! We went on a rainy weekend, so once the sky cleared up we took a great walk around the area just to check out what was available. We were upgraded to a bigger room on a high floor, and I was very pleased with the square footage. There was a beautiful window with 2 chairs. There was a Nespresso machine but it wasn't working well at all, but I at least got one coffee out of it! There was a small fridge, perfect for some drinks we purchased to keep in there. The toiletries were really nice, smelled great. Bed was comfy and had plenty of charger options nearby. Another room with those awful sliding doors that give such limited privacy but I guess that's the way of hotels these days. Their gym was excellent - two stories and the equipment looked very new. You also face Ocean Blvd, which was fun as you can people watch while working out. The pool and outside bar looked fun but since the weather was bad, we weren't able to use. But we did go to several other bars and one with live music, and that was so fun! I really enjoyed my stay here and the wonderful service that was provided.

    Dustin W.

    Beautiful decorations for Christmas - good photo op. Service was very nice with people helping open the doors, providing morning coffee and Nutella donuts. Alex was the manager was super friendly. Location is nice because it's a short walk to the shore. They gave out little Christmas gifts on everyone door which was cute. I do wish the pool was inside as it was raining. Gym is 2 floors and beautiful. The bathroom robe was nicely weighted and soft. They use Le labo products which smell great. Nettuno restaurant also is solid and reasonably priced. Would definitely come back!

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    Amy F.

    The hotel is gorgeous inside and outside. It was nice to stay in a beautiful hotel but our stay had ups and downs. The building and radiance is all there. The staff were just ok. Check in attendant was ok but didn't seem very knowledgeable of American Express benefit program. We had dinner at Nettuno as the Sky Room didn't have any seats available. The waiter at Nettuno didn't even greet us and introduce us. Just said we look nice and walked away as we were dressed up for our anniversary. We also ate there for breakfast and our wait Chris was AMAZING! Give this guy a raise. He definitely went over the top for us and was the only person that made our trip great when everything else sucked. If you can, ask for Chris to serve you. Aside from service, Nettuno was just an uncomfortable setting because each time we get seated, it's dirty!! The tables, booth/chairs were not very clean. In a place like this that hold elegance, it felt completely off putting. They should be treating the place with care and be detailed oriented. Our rooms were fine. I love their pillows. But everything else was just a disappointment and made us feel unwelcome. Sadly, I'm not even sure if I would stay again for the price we paid to stay there.

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    beware! not all units are created equal. I believe that these are owned by separate individuals so…read moreI would try to find your room number in any reviews that you check. Our room was absolutely filthy. There was dust and grime buildup on all of the ledges, stains, crumbs, hair, dust, along the bed frame and in the crevices of the chair. just no attention to detail at all. we did contact the owner and opted to leave and were provided a full refund, but the kind of build up that was in that room was either from a long term stay that wasn't cleaned up properly or just terrible cleaning over and over. side note: wifi signal was not good, bedding was bare minimum and no hand towels or face cloths provided. I'm not looking to trash the owners, I just don't want anyone to be in the same situation we were, having to look for another place last minute after a long day of traveling, I was almost in tears, plus I had to pay way more to stay somewhere else because there weren't a lot of options.

    I've been to Long Beach a few times this past year for conferences and events and usually am…read morestaying at the big box hotels that are immediately adjacent to the Convention Center (like the Hyatt Regency, The Renaissance, The Westin) but I was late to the game to reserve a room this time and missed getting the discounted conference block rate. So rather than pay an astronomical fee for the privilege of proximity, I did a quick search of the area. There are plenty of options, but many of them just seemed suspect. The I came across the Varden. Definitely a boutique hotel, but definitely worth checking out. The rooms are typically small with barely room for a bed, a partial desk and a small bathroom area. But the room was extremely clean, the fixtures and bed were new and cool and for one person, really perfect. Particularly since other than sleeping and checking emails, what else do you really need? Well, for starters you need to feel safe. And this place does a great job of securing the facility at night, but you don't feel you're in a bad neighborhood anyway. You also might like to enjoy a welcoming attitude, and the staff and place has plenty of that. The young staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Being forewarned that the property has 3 levels and no elevator is important, but honestly, it's not a tough climb to floor 3. And as a testament at how great the staff are, they wouldn't take no, and they carried my bags to my 3rd floor room. Since I was there for meetings, I needed to press my clothes, so a call to the front desk resulted in a brand new Iron and Board appearing at my room within minutes. And being welcomed by a reception with snacks, wine and drinks between 5:00 - 7:00 everyday, is just super nice. They also do a continental breakfast from 6:00-9:00 daily. They have a hip space right behind the registration area for these treats so it's easy to walk through on your way in/out of the property. And best of all the price per night was less than 1/2 of what those big chain hotels were charging. And I was less than 4 blocks (and a very nice walk past lots of local stores/restaurants to give me a feel for the area) from the Convention Center. For all these reasons, if you're in Long Beach solo, I would highly recommend you check out the Varden.

    Fairmont Breakers Long Beach - hotels - Updated August 2026

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