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 83 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

A poolside area with sun loungers and a small round table.

1. Malibu Country Inn

Central Malibu

Allen

RM987 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden stools, and a view of an outdoor patio with tables and umbrellas.

2. Hotel June Malibu

Central Malibu

Frederick

RM1,735 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and a sign indicating a clearance of 13 feet.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Agoura Hills

13 km from Central Malibu

Kevin M

RM748 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire pit, surrounded by stone pillars and glass doors leading to indoor spaces.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Agoura Hills

13 km from Central Malibu

Nora

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

5. Sheraton Agoura Hills Hotel

12.8 km from Central Malibu

Vincent

RM789 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a sign reading "75 W."

6. Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

19.2 km from Central Malibu

RM588 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a coffee station.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Agoura Hills

13.1 km from Central Malibu

Eveline

RM690 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with string lights, wicker furniture, and a fire pit.

8. Hyatt Regency Westlake

14.8 km from Central Malibu

Hector

RM931 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

9. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

14.3 km from Central Malibu

Tolanda

RM436 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a beverage refrigerator.

10. Courtyard Thousand Oaks Ventura County

21.5 km from Central Malibu

Mike

RM620 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

11. Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University

5.9 km from Central Malibu

Marina

RM1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas

17.9 km from Central Malibu

Slavina

RM672 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows providing natural light.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA

21.3 km from Central Malibu

Tom

RM570 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story building with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

14. Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

14.8 km from Central Malibu

Stephanie

RM698 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area with a black table and wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a large window.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodland Hills by IHG

21 km from Central Malibu

Constance

RM670 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and tables, and a variety of lighting fixtures.

16. Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles

23.9 km from Central Malibu

amir

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area at dusk.

17. TownePlace Suites Thousand Oaks Ventura County

21.6 km from Central Malibu

Elia

RM656 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An aerial view of a residential complex with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and well-maintained landscaping.

18. Sonesta Select Camarillo

29.6 km from Central Malibu

Sandra

RM477 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, round pendant lights, and a long counter with a floral arrangement.

19. Palm Garden Hotel

21.6 km from Central Malibu

Carlos

RM634 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, including sofas and a coffee table, under a wooden pergola.

20. The Anza - A Calabasas Hotel

18.7 km from Central Malibu

Vadim

RM616 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families in Central Malibu

Hotel June Malibu

Central Malibu

RM1,735 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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