Central Malibu
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners
Malibu Hills to Beach: Tandem Paragliding Flight Adventure
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Malibu Country Inn
"I stayed a week and daily cleaning consists of trash pickup. I got clean towels once. Never new coffee pods had to look for myself. One day hung the sign for room cleaning nothing was done. I left at 9am returned at 8 pm. on a previous trip I tried talking to the manager and he was very rude did ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Hotel Angeleno
"The linens and towels were clean and new. The phone didn’t work, there was no way to get. Coke or snack because the cafe closed early, there was a terrible sewer gas smell from the toilet. There was virtually no lighting in the room. And all for $350/night. And then the pool was closed. Great……"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Pierside Santa Monica
"Everything was fabulous--but the pool is a little loud because of the highway. We enjoyed it all the same though :)."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Marina del Rey Hotel
"Lovely hotel with beautiful views in a quiet location. Clean and well well maintained, and the onsite restaurant was quite good."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
"Basic hotel I would spend another 100 dlrs for a better hotel or better location"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Huntley Hotel
"Excellent stay! The hotel was spotless, well-maintained, and very comfortable. The housekeeping team did an outstanding job, and the staff provided exceptional service throughout my stay."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central Malibu
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
Westwood
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.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
