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

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2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills

AU$230
per adult
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu Waterfall Electric MTB & Hiking Adventure Tour

Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)

AU$259
per adult
Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
Uptimal Paragliding

Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu

AU$490
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

AU$190
per adult
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour
Paddle boarding in malibu

Stand up Paddle Board in Malibu

AU$206
per adult
Stand up Paddle Board in Malibu
2 Day Beginner Surf Adventure

2 Day Beginner Surf Adventure

AU$556
per adult
2 Day Beginner Surf Adventure
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Our pick of the best Central Malibu Hotel Deals

Malibu Country Inn

Malibu Country Inn

3 out of 5
6506 Westward Beach Road, Malibu, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$231 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$231
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Malibu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Location, Accommodation and Staff were faultless. Perfect little gem"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Malibu Country Inn
Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse

Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse

Malibu
Book a stay at this beach condo in Malibu. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Corral State Beach and Puerco Canyon Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
Great place to unwind
"Spent 4 nights here to focus on setting new goals for our business. The sound of the waves was relaxing. Our dog Max loved his short walks on the beach."

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2024

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Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse
Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

4 out of 5
170 N Church Lane, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$370 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$370
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,723 reviews)
"One night stay. Check in was easy and convenient location to the Getty Museum. The carpet in the main room was torn and needed repair. Room had everything that was needed. A bit remote and I was traveling without a car so I used rideshre. Breakfast was delicious was great views around the area."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hotel Angeleno
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is AU$448 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$448
1 Sept - 2 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! (1,140 reviews)
"We loved it here - we especially appreciated that is was walking distance to the Santa Monica pier!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles

Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles

4 out of 5
6360 Canoga Ave, Woodland Hills, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$319 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$319
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Woodland Hills. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles
Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

5 out of 5
101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$721 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$721
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Lovely views, convenient location."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
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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
Los Angeles which includes landscape views

Brentwood

5/5(1 area review)

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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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(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 Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista

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