Central Malibu Travel Guide

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Surfboards and sailboats share the sea as the sun slips above the slopes along Malibu. #adventure #adventure photo contest #surfing #malibu #california #surf spots
Surfboards and sailboats share the sea as the sun slips above the slopes along Malibu. #adventure #adventure photo contest #surfing #malibu #california #surf spots
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HDR of sunset in Malibu with the life guard tower
Zuma Beach, looking at Point Dume. A nice trail leads to the summit of Point Dume and on a clear day the view is amazing. It's a fantastic place to watch the sunset.

Top hotels in Central Malibu

The Pierside Santa Monica

The Pierside Santa Monica

4 out of 5
120 Colorado Avenue Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿9,356 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿9,356
฿12,645 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,511 reviews)
Yes and absolutely gorgeous

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Pierside Santa Monica
The Huntley Hotel

The Huntley Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1111 2nd St Santa Monica CA
The price is ฿8,834 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿8,834
฿11,677 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,483 reviews)
The room with the ocean view was beautiful.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Huntley Hotel
Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

4 out of 5
170 N Church Lane Los Angeles CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,760 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
฿6,760
฿7,855 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,103 reviews)
Staff rude, bottom lounge not actually open, scuffs on my bumper on my car after overnight stay. Not worth the distance from other areas in LA.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hotel Angeleno
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn

Best Western Plus Carriage Inn

3.5 out of 5
5525 Sepulveda Blvd Van Nuys CA
The price is ฿3,765 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,765
฿4,375 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,863 reviews)
Clean. Very nice rooms. Comfortable bed. Big TV. Dennys right there. Was unaware they charged $12 for parking and a $95 refundable security deposit in addition to room cost Close to freeway.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

2 out of 5
26557 Agoura Rd Agoura Hills CA
The price is ฿2,653 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿2,653
฿2,977 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Agoura Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,127 reviews)
Fine for a night. Pool area was pretty. Check in person was friendly. Easy off highway and near supermarket.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

3 out of 5
201 Broadway Santa Monica CA
Stay at this hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,187 reviews)
Good hotel for SM brach location and rates. Coffee and water included. Property is dated, but delivers what you would expect for the price.. it was OK for me - one night solo, but not for more thsan two nights or with spouse -- etc. Staff was friendly and responsive, but dont expect luxury.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu

Downtown Santa Monica which includes general coastal views and a sunset

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
#sunset #outdoors

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
Venice Canals featuring a house and a river or creek

Venice Canals

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Venice Canals
Santa Monica pier beach in LA, California

West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

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.

West Los Angeles
Aerial view of UCLA campus in Westwood, Los Angeles, showcasing Romanesque Revival architecture, modern buildings, green spaces, and a serene city backdrop under a partly cloudy sky.

Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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

Westwood
Santa Barbara Panorama

Mar Vista

While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.

Mar Vista

Central Malibu Travel Guide