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?
Universal Studios Hollywood
Enjoy the excitement at Universal Studios Hollywood and see why people love this theme park in Universal City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Every time9 I'm there I'm greeted with a spotless room, b with beautiful fresh linens and towels. The entire staff is exceptional. I consider them family. There's Ben, Diego, David, Rajbar, Ashley, Charlene and Regina. I hope I didn't miss anyone. 😉
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Angeleno
Good value, great location for the Getty Center or for UCLA
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Huntley Hotel
great view from the room
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Luskin Hotel
Room was clear, lobby was well apportioned, the outside tables and decor was inviting, staff were professional and kind, and the location was more than convenient, it was part of UCLA
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
The Kimpton Paloma Beverly was a decent hotel, one I'd like to visit again. However, the waitress at the breakfast restaurant on the first floor was rude and insincere.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Carmel
No frills, but clean and well kept. Bed and pillows are hard, but I read the reviews and brought my own pillows and sleeping meds. Great staff. Expensive parking but it’s nice to know your car is being kept safe. Very well located for walking to restaurants and access to 3rd Street Promenade I’m ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 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.
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.
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 Westwood Village or Hammer Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
