Central Malibu
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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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Paradise Cove Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.
Point Dume State Beach and Preserve
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Point Dume State Beach and Preserve might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Westward Beach
Why not spend a carefree 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
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu: Exclusive Beautiful Beach and Celebrity Lifestyle Tour
Private Pacific Coast Highway & Coastal Towns Day Trip
Malibu Magic: Private Coastal Day Trip from Los Angeles
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Very clean and super sweet staff
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
The Huntley Hotel
The room was terrific. Very clean, wonderful amenities and helpful staff.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Hotel Angeleno
Really enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Room was clean. Staff was courteous
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Luskin Hotel
Nice rooms; very well maintained. No room service menu in the room, and room service prices were really high ($31 for spaghetti pomodoro — that's just tomato sauce and no protein!). But a very nice stay overall.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Very convenient location with restaurants especially Denny's next door and gas stations. Nice staff and room was convenient and ample Parking
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
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
A noteworthy feature of Ocean Park is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out 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
Travelers choose West Los Angeles for its abundant 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 neighborhood.
Mar Vista
While Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
