Western Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Zuma Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Zuma Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Western Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
El Matador State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, El Matador State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
You can take time to visit Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach during your travels 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.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Western Malibu
The Pierside Santa Monica
Great location!! Staff were all wonderful! We would stay there again
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Overall nice place to stay! Just wish they would come in and clean a bit
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Great experience. Very helpful and professional staff. Nice bath products and sun bum sunscreen is provided at the pool. Gig restaurant is very good. Excellent walkable location. Ethan, Jermaine, Ariana and Mateo st the front desk were very helpful. Fabulous stay. Can highly recommend.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hotel Carmel
No bar. Plenty of parking nearby.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Thousand Oaks, CA
There was a homeless woman wandering around the pool courtyard making lout grunting nioses at 3 a.m. As I walked to the front desk (because they didn't answer the phone) a rat ran accross my path. There was no one in the office. I returned to my filthy room without seeing her. She was soon outside ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Everything was great! Slight deduction from 5 stars as the room I was assigned was smaller than the size described on Hotel.com website and the hotel's website by at least 50 square feet, possibly closer to 80. No mention of an upgrade when I checked in, and looking at Hotels.com, I think there were ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western 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.
