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

1. Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

Calabasas

$165 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A room with a wooden floor, two white chairs, and a view of the ocean through open doors.

2. Malibu Beach Paradise Apartments

Eastern Malibu

$363 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas

Old Town Calabasas

$129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Agoura Hills

Agoura Hills

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a sign that reads "SUGARFISH."

5. The Anza - A Calabasas Hotel

Old Town Calabasas

$140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A deck with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

6. The Surfrider Malibu

Eastern Malibu

$645 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a central courtyard, palm trees, and a clear view of the sky.

7. Hyatt Regency Westlake

Westlake Village

$215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A multi-story motel with a central staircase, a well-maintained lawn, and a mountain backdrop.

8. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Agoura Hills

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A balcony with seating, large windows, and a view of buildings.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Agoura Hills

Agoura Hills

$154 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and ferns, with a white fence and outdoor seating area in the background.

10. Malibu Country Inn

Central Malibu

$207 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor terrace with round tables covered in tablecloths, arranged in rows, overlooking a scenic landscape.

11. Sheraton Agoura Hills Hotel

Agoura Hills

$183 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A seaside dining area with wooden furniture, framed pictures on the wall, and a view of the ocean.

12. Malibu Beach Inn

Eastern Malibu

$868 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A balcony with a view of the sea, a palm tree, and a building with a tiled floor.

13. The Malibu Motel

Eastern Malibu

$354 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A wooden staircase leading to a building with a signboard listing amenities like a check-in desk, conference room, great room, pool studio, and lobby.

14. Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa

Malibu

$797 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A terrace with outdoor seating and umbrellas overlooking a coastal view.

15. Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University

Malibu

$279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel entrance with a glass canopy, a sign indicating valet parking, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

16. Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles

Warner Center

$179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a towel.

17. Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

Ocean Park

$234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel entrance with a concrete pathway, flower planters, and a balcony with flags.

18. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A dining area with a view of the sea and a cityscape, featuring a table set for two with champagne and glasses.

19. The Huntley Hotel

Wilshire Montana

$361 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A two-story house with a brick base and a dark blue upper section, featuring multiple windows and a small porch area.

20. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Santa Monica Canyon

$331 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Top neighborhoods in Malibu

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear blue ocean.

Central Malibu

Central Malibu showcases California's coastal paradise at its most glamorous. Pristine beaches like Surfrider and Point Dume offer perfect waves for surfing enthusiasts and golden sands for sunbathers. The iconic Malibu Pier stretches into azure waters while the Santa Monica Mountains create a dramatic backdrop for outdoor adventures. Celebrity mansions line exclusive Carbon Beach, giving the area its star-studded reputation. High-end oceanfront restaurants serve fresh seafood with Pacific views, though reservations are essential. Luxury boutiques at Malibu Country Mart cater to shoppers with refined tastes. Most visitors stay in upscale beachfront resorts or vacation rentals, with rates reflecting the premium location.

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Western Malibu

Western Malibu's stunning beaches steal the show with dramatic sea stacks at El Matador and miles of golden sand at Zuma Beach. Surfers catch perfect waves while hikers explore Point Dume's clifftop trails for whale watching and panoramic Pacific views. The Santa Monica Mountains create a breathtaking backdrop for this slice of California paradise. Dining here means oceanfront restaurants with fresh seafood and sunset views. Most visitors stay in luxury vacation rentals or boutique hotels tucked along the coastline. A rental car is essential for exploring this sprawling area where nature's beauty outshines everything else.

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Eastern Malibu

Eastern Malibu seduces visitors with pristine beaches and luxurious coastal vibes. Carbon Beach invites you to wiggle your toes in golden sand while surfers catch perfect waves at Surfrider Beach. The Malibu Country Mart offers upscale shopping with Mediterranean-style courtyards when you need a break from sun worship. Celebrity mansions line Pacific Coast Highway as dramatic cliffs provide a stunning backdrop for beach adventures. High-end oceanfront restaurants serve fresh seafood with million-dollar views worth every penny. You'll need a car to properly explore this spread-out paradise since public transit is limited. Accommodations range from luxury beachfront hotels to exclusive vacation rentals that put you steps from the sand.

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Sunset Mesa

The Sunset Mesa neighborhood offers attractions such as Topanga State Park and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

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Top landmarks in Malibu

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Zuma Beach

9.0/10 (247 reviews)

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Zuma Beach located 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from central Malibu. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Westward Beach located nearby.

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Point Dume State Beach and Preserve

9.4/10 (43 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Point Dume State Beach and Preserve, located 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from central Malibu. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Point Dume Beach and Westward Beach, both within a short walk.

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Learn more about Malibu

Catch a wave at Surfrider Beach, where perfect breaks have made this stretch of sand legendary among board riders since the 1950s. The Getty Villa houses ancient treasures in a setting so Mediterranean you'll forget you're in California. Hike through wildflowers in the Santa Monica Mountains, where trails reveal panoramic ocean views worth every drop of sweat. At Paradise Cove, toes-in-the-sand dining elevates the simple fish taco to transcendent experience. Point Dume offers dramatic cliff-top vistas where, between December and May, migrating gray whales pass remarkably close to shore. The Malibu Pier provides both excellent fishing and the perfect sunset selfie backdrop, though locals prefer the less crowded Carbon Beach for their evening constitutionals.

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About the destination

Malibu is also notable for its beaches. Nature lovers can visit Point Mugu and Nicholas Canyon Beach. While you're here, stop by Malibu Colony Beach and Carbon Beach.