Central Malibu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Activities

Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

AU$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
black helicopter soaring along the beachfront in Los Angeles

California Coastline Helicopter Tour

AU$473
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
California Coastline Helicopter Tour
Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour

Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour (Beginner)

AU$267
per adult
Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour (Beginner)
Scenic Malibu Electric Mountain Biking Tour

Scenic Malibu Electric Mountain Biking Tour

AU$267
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Malibu Electric Mountain Biking Tour
Venturing into the untamed charm of LA through our "Urban Escape" package with these wonderful women!

Nature Adventure with Private Transport to Waterfall and more!

AU$893
per traveller
Nature Adventure with Private Transport to Waterfall and more!
Malibu Fire Road Downhill

Malibu Downhill Electric Mountain Tour (Intermediate)

AU$267
per adult
Malibu Downhill Electric Mountain Tour (Intermediate)
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Our pick of the best Central Malibu Hotel Deals

Marina del Rey Hotel
Marina del Rey Hotel
4 out of 5
13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$424 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$424
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Employees are always helpful. All of my stays have been consistently great and we recommend it to anyone visiting the area."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Marina del Rey Hotel
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
4 out of 5
530 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$478 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$478
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff was amazing and food was delicious 😋. Definitely will recommend if you want to stay in the Santa Monica area."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
The Huntley Hotel
The Huntley Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$555 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$555
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,717 reviews)
"Check in was lovely! The man at the front desk was kind and courteous. Moved us to a higher floor for my husbands bday and sent a bottle of bubbly to the room! Made our stay even more relaxing and memorable."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

The Huntley Hotel
Lincoln Inn
Lincoln Inn
2 out of 5
2447 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA
The price is AU$213 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this motel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (674 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Lincoln Inn
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
Studio City Court Yard Hotel
2.5 out of 5
12933 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA
The price is AU$176 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Studio City. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good hotel!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Studio City Court Yard Hotel
Hotel MDR Marina del Rey - a DoubleTree by Hilton
Hotel MDR Marina del Rey - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 out of 5
13480 Maxella Ave, Marina del Rey, CA
The price is AU$330 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$330
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,192 reviews)
"Very nice option close to airport"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Hotel MDR Marina del Rey - a DoubleTree by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu

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Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(44 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

4.5/5(18 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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West Los Angeles

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to West Los Angeles love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation.

West Los Angeles
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Westwood

4/5(12 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 Walk Streets and Venice Beach.

Mar Vista
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Century City

Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Century City

Central Malibu Travel Guide

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