Central Malibu Travel Guide

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Central Malibu
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Popular places to visit

Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University

Explore the campus of Pepperdine University during your travels in Malibu. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Pepperdine University
Paradise Cove

Paradise Cove

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Paradise Cove might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.

Paradise Cove
Point Dume State Beach and Preserve

Point Dume State Beach and Preserve

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Point Dume State Beach and Preserve might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Central Malibu. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Point Dume State Beach and Preserve
Westward Beach

Westward Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Westward Beach during your travels in Central Malibu? Discover the area's sunsets and mountain views.

Westward Beach
Corral State Beach

Corral State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corral State Beach during your trip to Malibu?

Corral State Beach

Point Dume Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Point Dume Beach during your trip to Central Malibu?

Point Dume Beach

Things to do

Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour

Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)

£124
per adult
Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
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2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills

£110
per adult
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Uptimal Paragliding

Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu

£236
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience

Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience

£147
per adult
Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

£92
per adult
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour
Paddle boarding in malibu

Stand up Paddle Board in Malibu

£99
per adult
Stand up Paddle Board in Malibu
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Top hotels in Central Malibu

Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse

Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse

Malibu, CA
Stay at this beach condo in Malibu. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Corral State Beach and Puerco Canyon Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Gorgeous view, very nicely furnished, dolphins swam right in front of us daily between 9 and 10 am, direct access to a relatively quiet beach (though we headed to Zuma most of the time because it was better for our teens to body board) ... at high tide sitting on the balcony is like being out on ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG

4 out of 5
10740 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is £188 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£188
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff is exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Good value for the area and price. Boutique and cozy vibes, dining options are consistent as well. Spacious rooms and generally well-maintained."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

5 out of 5
101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
The price is £345 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£345
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff and property was great"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

4 out of 5
170 N Church Lane, Los Angeles, CA
The price is £180 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£180
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,767 reviews)
"Valet parking was so organized. The staff were patient, professional and friendly."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Hotel Angeleno
The Huntley Hotel

The Huntley Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is £239 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£239
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,032 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Great location and cool hotel, the food and view up at the penthouse restaurant is amazing."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

The Huntley Hotel
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is £204 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£204
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free beach shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,159 reviews)
"Close to the beach in an friendly atmosphere"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu

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Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Santa Monica
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Ocean Park

4/5(23 area reviews)

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.

Ocean Park
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West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.

West Los Angeles
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Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Westwood
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Mar Vista

Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista
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Century City

Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Century City

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