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?
Point Dume Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Point Dume Beach during your trip to Central Malibu?
Things to do
Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Private Pacific Coast Highway & Coastal Towns Day Trip
Malibu Magic: Private Coastal Day Trip from Los Angeles
Private Surf Lessons in Malibu
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Clean hotel with good breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Huntley Hotel
Nice view of the ocean, super friendly staff and a really nice rooftop restaurant and lounge.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Angeleno
Average hotel breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Luskin Hotel
Great room and location. Staff polite and helpful as always. If you need to stay near UCLA hard to beat
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Check in manager was very helpful!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
Good service
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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.
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 Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
