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
The Pierside Santa Monica
Yes and absolutely gorgeous
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Angeleno
Everything was lovely EXCEPT the aircon unit. It was REALLY LOUD as if it was on it's last limb.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Huntley Hotel
The best serviced hotel in Santa Monica! The valet team is exceptional! The front desk and housekeeping will ensure your experience is perfect!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Clean rooms; staff excellent service
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Carmel
Amazing location, older style hotel but super clean and accessible to all of Santa Monica
Reviewed on 6 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 Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame 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.
