What is Central Malibu like?

Travellers to the Central Malibu neighbourhood in Malibu will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Central Malibu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Paradise Cove Beach and Point Dume Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Malibu?

Based on our traveller data, Malibu Country Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Malibu. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Zuma Beach, and it offers an outdoor pool and free parking.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central Malibu area?

Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Malibu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Malibu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Malibu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Central Malibu.

What is there to do around this Malibu neighbourhood?

Paradise Cove Beach, Point Dume Beach and Point Dume State Beach and Preserve are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Central Malibu. Zuma Beach and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Escondido Beach, Sostomo Trail and Walnut Canyon Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Malibu. Corral State Beach and Westward Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Malibu.

Top 10 Central Malibu Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Central Malibu hotels

Malibu Country Inn

Central Malibu

Andrew

RM1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Hotel June Malibu

Central Malibu

Lady

RM1,955 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Best Western Posada Royale Hotel & Suites

26.8 km from Central Malibu

Tara

RM716 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Olivia Hotel

31.6 km from Central Malibu

David

RM1,085 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Hotel June West L.A., a Member of Design Hotels

33.7 km from Central Malibu

Laura

RM943 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University

5.9 km from Central Malibu

Joseph

RM1,394 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Venice V Hotel

28 km from Central Malibu

Margaret

RM1,421 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Vagabond Inn Camarillo

32.9 km from Central Malibu

Marina

RM361 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Hotel Erwin Venice Beach

28.3 km from Central Malibu

benjamin

RM1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

29.3 km from Central Malibu

Jason

RM944 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moorpark Ventura County

29.3 km from Central Malibu

Rebecca

RM557 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Sheraton Agoura Hills Hotel

12.8 km from Central Malibu

Gloria Esmeralda

RM786 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

14.8 km from Central Malibu

Catherine

RM757 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas

17.9 km from Central Malibu

jill

RM601 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

19.2 km from Central Malibu

Bo

RM661 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Grand Vista Hotel

28.2 km from Central Malibu

Lawrence

RM530 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodland Hills by IHG

21 km from Central Malibu

Dung

RM625 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Premier Inns Thousand Oaks

22.5 km from Central Malibu

nick

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

27.1 km from Central Malibu

Polly

RM1,099 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Ocean Park Hotel

29.7 km from Central Malibu

William

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

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Top Central Malibu Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at the Gateway Hotel for one night while attending a family celebration in Santa Monica, and it exceeded our expectations. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and the staff was friendly and welcoming from check-in through departure. The location was ideal—an easy drive to the beach and convenient to restaurants and other attractions, while still being in a quiet, safe area. Our room was comfortable, and we had a great night’s sleep. We would gladly stay here again and highly recommend the Gateway Hotel to anyone looking for a quality hotel that offers excellent value in Santa Monica."