Central Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine
Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Malibu: Exclusive Beautiful Beach and Celebrity Lifestyle Tour
Malibu Hills to Beach: Tandem Paragliding Flight Adventure
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Hotel Angeleno
"plan for limited breakfast options"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Marina del Rey Hotel
"Excellent position. Lovely outside dining space. Great little pool and lovely furniture outside. Room had everything I needed, would recommend a view of the marina with a balcony."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Huntley Hotel
"Loved the ocean view room and door at the Penthouse. It’s also very close to the ocean and farmers market. Staff and customer service was also perfect!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
The Anza - A Calabasas Hotel
"A lovely hotel to stay in to be able to walk to restaurants and coffee shops, very safe! I’ve stay there everytime!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
"Clean room staff parking"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
"The smell to weed was horrible!!! We were with two kids in a “Non smoking hotel ”. And the room next to us it smell even in our room !"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central Malibu
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Hollywood Hills
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Bowl or Runyon Canyon Park.
