Central Malibu, CA
Los Angeles
Visit Central Malibu
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
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
Central Malibu Hotel Deals
Sunrise Malibu Road Beachfront Penthouse
Enjoyed the balcony with beach view
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Size of room and bathroom
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
The Huntley Hotel
Penthouse restaurant with great service & food with incredible views! Location & convenience, close to LAX and the beach. Valet parking. A great boutique hotel. Loved it!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Hotel Angeleno
Amazing little hotel!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Luskin Hotel
Reception staff very friendly
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
The room was very nice! I'm from LA, and I was still impressed with the proximity of everything. An easy walk to the promenade, benihanas, trader joes is down the street, train station across the street (even though its a bit loud if you have a street facing room). Overall the staff was nice and ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
Popular with sunbathers, surfers, and volleyball players, Ocean Park beach offers a beachside path for joggers and bikers, while parks provide playgrounds and picnicking areas. Main Street hosts a weekly farmer's market and features boutiques and restaurants.
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
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
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.
