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Where to stay in Central Malibu

Find the best Central Malibu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Hollywood

Spot movie stars and experience the glamour of show business at the legendary home of the American motion picture industry.

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A quiet dowtown LA traffic during Christmas holidays. None congested 110 FWY with a peaceful, quiet sunset atmosphere at city of Los Angeles.

Downtown Los Angeles

Once a hardworking industrial neighbourhood, today’s Downtown LA is a destination reborn with an emphasis on culture and green spaces.

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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.

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Koreatown

This trendy neighborhood is known for its diverse cultural heritage, 24-hour nightlife and eclectic entertainment options.

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Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

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Top Central Malibu Hotel Reviews

Hotel Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"This is a perfect place to stay when going to SOFI stadium or Intuit dome as both are a very convenient and safe walk to stadiums, bars, etc. The staff is super friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay again."

Best Western Plus Carriage Inn

2/10 Terrible

"As soon as I checked in, I knew I had made a mistake. The moment I walked into my room, I had to turn around and head straight back to the front desk. The room smelled strongly of marijuana, and unfortunately, so did the elevator and other common areas. I only stayed one night and ended up checking out early because I simply could not tolerate the conditions. Throughout the night, there were people arguing and fighting outside my room, making it nearly impossible to get any rest. The cleanliness was also unacceptable. I have photos of both the chair and the bed to document the condition of the room. The chair was so dirty that I refused to sit on it, and I barely felt comfortable sleeping in the bed. What made the experience even more frustrating was the lack of support from the staff, especially the manager. When I brought these concerns to his attention, he told me there was nothing he could do. He explained that they do not enforce their no-smoking policy because they simply charge guests after checkout if the room smells like cigarettes or marijuana. That response was shocking and completely unacceptable. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Between the strong odors, poor cleanliness, constant noise, and unhelpful management, this was one of the worst hotel experiences I have had."

The Anza - A Calabasas Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is charming and located in a wonderful small town, making it easy to explore the area. We especially enjoyed having a café right in the hotel. Our room was spacious and comfortably accommodated our family of four. The only issues we encountered was that some of the sheets appeared to have stains on them and you could hear the people in the rooms around you. Aside from that, everything was clean and comfortable. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and are glad we chose this hotel. We would definitely consider staying here again when visiting the area."

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

6/10 Okay

"I have never had the valet/bell desk at a hotel of this caliber be so dismissive. To actually just let me take my bags out of the car, not say hello, not ask if they can assist is mind blowing. And then when I’m leaving and ask them to hail me a cab for the airport and they say ask the front desk? Somewhat surprising. It’s a beautiful location, views are solid, rooms are a little spartan for a five star BUT the quality is still there. Ate at the piano bar/pool restaurant downstairs, food was solid, not spectacular. The chocolate chip cookies were amazeballs. The restaurant was somewhat crowded and they arrange it in such a way that I was constantly getting hit in the shoulder like if you’re in the aisle seat of a plane. As I’m getting up after paying, a waitress walks by, hits me in the shoulder and then almost trips over my foot. She then admonished me that I should be careful as if I intended to trip her… put a certain taste in my mouth. I did call down to guest services to ask for ice as my daughter had injured her ankle and needed to do some therapy. They said it was coming, but 40 minutes later, no ice and we had to go to our event. Would I stay there again? Yes, most likely. I’ll just be prepared going in that the front of house staff isn’t up to par. Housekeeping was incredible."

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Malibu like?

Travellers to the Central Malibu neighbourhood in Malibu will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Central Malibu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Paradise Cove Beach and Point Dume Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central Malibu area?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Malibu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Malibu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Malibu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Central Malibu.

What is there to do around this Malibu neighbourhood?

Paradise Cove Beach, Point Dume Beach and Point Dume State Beach and Preserve are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Central Malibu. Zuma Beach and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Escondido Beach, Sostomo Trail and Walnut Canyon Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Malibu. Corral State Beach and Westward Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Malibu.

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Our top choices for Central Malibu hotels

1. Malibu Country Inn

2. Hotel June Malibu

3. Best Western Posada Royale Hotel & Suites

4. Sonesta Select Camarillo

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moorpark Ventura County

6. Holiday Inn Express Van Nuys by IHG

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Porter Ranch Los Angeles

8. Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

9. Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

10. Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Agoura Hills

12. Studio City Court Yard Hotel

13. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

14. Good Nite Inn Camarillo

15. Hotel Carmel

16. Vagabond Inn Camarillo

17. Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles

18. Best Western Plus Carriage Inn

19. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodland Hills by IHG

Where to stay in Central Malibu

Hollywood

Downtown Los Angeles

Westwood

Koreatown

Mid City

Top Central Malibu Hotel Reviews

Hotel Carmel

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