Central Malibu Travel Guide

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Central Malibu
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Popular places to visit

Pepperdine University

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.

Pepperdine University
Paradise Cove

Paradise Cove

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Paradise Cove might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.

Paradise Cove
Point Dume State Beach and Preserve

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.

Point Dume State Beach and Preserve
Westward Beach

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.

Westward Beach
Corral State Beach

Corral State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corral State Beach during your trip to Malibu?

Corral State Beach

Point Dume Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Point Dume Beach during your trip to Central Malibu?

Point Dume Beach

Things to do

black helicopter soaring along the beachfront in Los Angeles

California Coastline Helicopter Tour

Rp4.937.387
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
California Coastline Helicopter Tour
Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour

Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)

Rp2.790.697
per adult
Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
Uptimal Paragliding

Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu

Rp5.284.160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
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2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills

Rp2.476.950
per adult
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience

Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience

Rp3.286.087
per adult
Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Rp2.064.125
per adult
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour
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Top hotels in Central Malibu

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG

4 out of 5
10740 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.745.574 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp2.745.574
Rp4.129.571 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I appreciated the complimentary uber service (1 free trip) and the wine and coffee service. The room was quiet and the overall property was well-maintained. There were only pillows per bed though and those pillows were incredibly flat. While I appreciated a text from the property inquiring into how ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

4 out of 5
170 N Church Lane, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp3.395.414 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.395.414
Rp3.945.341 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,754 reviews)
"The best!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Angeleno
Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

5 out of 5
101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
The price is Rp5.647.922 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp5.647.922
Rp7.581.521 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"We would definitely stay again. Second time at a Fairmont & I get what the hype is all about now. The staff go above & beyond, and the price was just right"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is Rp3.640.729 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp3.640.729
Rp4.307.659 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free beach shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,155 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location. Ideal for our family trip to Santa Monica. Large room with plenty of space for 2 teenage boys. Very helpful and attentive staff"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
The Huntley Hotel

The Huntley Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is Rp3.886.043 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.886.043
Rp5.244.152 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,014 reviews)
"Beautiful view. Fun little weekend getaway."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

The Huntley Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey

5 out of 5
4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA
The price is Rp6.624.982 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
Rp6.624.982
Rp8.421.702 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Gorgeous view, setting and luxurious amenities!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu

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Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Santa Monica
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Ocean Park

4/5(23 area reviews)

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.

Ocean Park
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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.

Brentwood
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West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

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.

West Los Angeles
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Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Westwood
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Mar Vista

Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista

Central Malibu Travel Guide