Central Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Paradise Cove Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Paradise Cove Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.
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 Malibu. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Corral State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corral State Beach during your trip to Malibu?
Point Dume Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Point Dume Beach during your trip to Central Malibu?
Things to do
Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
Malibu: Exclusive Beautiful Beach and Celebrity Lifestyle Tour
Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Malibu
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse
We had a nice time at this property. Pros: we liked the location and beach access. It was quiet and peaceful. I’m glad the property was pet friendly and close to nice restaurants. The appliances were high-end and beds were comfortable. Cons: property needs some minor repairs (sliding door comes off ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Pierside Santa Monica
I love how the hotel is super clean, welcoming and very walm.. enjoyed our stay. Although there is absolutely no free parking. Valet only parking is 65 a day and you are kind of left with no option but to pay. It's a rip off. Otherwise it was a great experience overall
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Angeleno
Clean room, breakfast, staff at the restaurant
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
Room was cleaned but need improvement. Check in staff seem to be nice,but the way his response is quite rude. My early check out date was interesting with no hot water.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Carmel
The location is what makes staying here worth it. It’s a bare minimum hotel. A room with two beds and barely any extra room to do anything else. Bringing any type of meal back to the room was tricky figuring out where/how to eat. We basically eat in our beds. Not a terrible experience, but I would ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Property is really nice, rooms are kept very clean.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu
Downtown Santa Monica
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.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/Sepulved Station or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Westwood
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.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
