Western Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Zuma Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Zuma Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Western Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
El Matador State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, El Matador State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
You can take time to visit Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach during your travels to Malibu.
Broad Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Broad Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu.
Trancas Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trancas Beach during your trip to Malibu?
Malibu West Beach Club
Malibu West Beach Club is just one of the places to see in Malibu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Things to do
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Malibu Magic: Private Coastal Day Trip from Los Angeles
Private Pacific Coast Highway & Coastal Towns Day Trip
Top hotels in Western Malibu
The Huntley Hotel
Very nice hotel, Coffee shop was really good. Would’ve loved to stay longer
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Room spotless. Staff excellant. Location great.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Always Welcoming
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The Pierside Santa Monica
Great hotel with great staff. Friendly and professional
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Thousand Oaks, CA
Clean room and very kind staff. Unfortunately the vending machine and ice maker was broken during my visit but there's a restaurant a block away where I was able to get a cup of ice and a soda. Shout out to the receptionist who helped distract another guest who was roughed up and potentially intoxicated ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica
All good
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western 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.
Brentwood
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Brentwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Getty Center or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
West Los Angeles
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.
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
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.
