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 Central 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
The Huntley Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Great overall experience
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Angeleno
Friendly and personable staff, room has amazing view, bed and pillows are comfortable, complimentary breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Was clean and facility was well taken care of.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Pierside Santa Monica
Very friendly, positive staff and environment. CLOSE to the Pier. If you are on the 101 side and low, there is some road noise, but it is reasonable.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Luskin Hotel
Staff was amazing and helpful. Beautiful hotel and enjoyable experience all around.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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 Santa Monica Beach and Venice 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 Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion 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 Walk Streets and Santa Monica Beach.
Central Malibu Travel Guide
- Point Dume State Beach and Preserve
- Westward Beach
- Puerco Canyon Beach
- Venice Beach
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- Rodeo Drive
- University of California
- Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
- Venice Beach Boardwalk
- Getty Center
- Candy Cane Lane
- Pepperdine University
- Loyola Marymount University
- Westwood Village
- Dockweiler State Beach
- Revelation Church
- Santa Monica College
