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
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Malibu
Top hotels in Central Malibu
The Pierside Santa Monica
Had a few hiccups with staff in the restaurant but overall a good stay with a very great location!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Angeleno
FREE UBER WAS NICE
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
Really nice staff specially, the guy in the check-in desk can’t complain. The only thing is that you do have to pay for a parking if you booked through Expedia.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Great welcoming staff & accomodations
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Carmel
There is a strong smell of spice in the room but generally it is good. Shops and transportatiin easily accesible
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Fairmont Miramar Hotel
We had a great time staying 5 nights at the Fairmont Miramar. We had a wonderful spacious suite. We enjoyed the fitness area, spa & pool. The food at The Fig was delicious. Gil & Dillon made sure we had everything we needed poolside. Good service from all the staff. Housekeeping, Room Service, Bartenders, ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 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.
