Malibu, CA

Travel Guide

Malibu showing general coastal views and a coastal town
Malibu featuring general coastal views, a beach and swimming
Malibu showing a house and a coastal town
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Malibu which includes a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Where to stay in Malibu

Malibu showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and a coastal town

Eastern Malibu

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Eastern Malibu, Carbon Beach and Malibu Pier are top sights worth seeing.

Eastern Malibu
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Central Malibu

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Central Malibu, Paradise Cove and Point Dume Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Central Malibu
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Western Malibu

4/5(16 area reviews)

While visiting Western Malibu, you might make a stop by sights like El Matador State Beach and Zuma Beach.

Western Malibu
Malibu Country Inn
Malibu Country Inn
3 out of 5
6506 Westward Beach Road, Malibu, CA
The price is AED 573 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
AED 573
AED 659 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I liked being able to hear the Ocean from so afar and elevated position. Staff and grounds crew extremely knowledge about their craft. The staff really accommodated me on several occasions and was able to extend my stay at a great rate through communication and VETERAN Discount and quiet skills. ..."

Reviewed on 11 June 2025

Malibu Country Inn
Malibu Beach Inn
Malibu Beach Inn
4.5 out of 5
22878 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
The price is AED 2,501 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
AED 2,501
AED 2,876 total
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Malibu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Popular attractions Malibu Pier and Carbon Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (418 reviews)
"Amazing experience!"

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Malibu Beach Inn
The Surfrider Malibu
The Surfrider Malibu
4 out of 5
23033 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
The price is AED 1,339 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 1,339
AED 1,691 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Malibu. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (354 reviews)
"Thank you for your service."

Reviewed on 11 June 2025

The Surfrider Malibu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Two Bedroom Beach House Minutes From Carbon Beach
Two Bedroom Beach House Minutes From Carbon Beach
Malibu
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Malibu. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Las Flores Canyon Beach and La Costa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
Wonderful Stay
"This is such a wonderful home to enjoy if you love being next to the ocean. The views are spectacular!We awake both mornings to dolphins swimming nearby, pelicans flying overhead, the sound of the waves, and views of Santa Monica is the distance. The property is well designed, light, spacious, comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Two Bedroom Beach House Minutes From Carbon Beach
Mt Malibu Mansion w/ Amazing Ocean Views, Guest House, 2+ Acres, Hot Tub!
Mt Malibu Mansion w/ Amazing Ocean Views, Guest House, 2+ Acres, Hot Tub!
Malibu
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Malibu. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Serra Retreat and Carbon Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Perfect for my bachelorette!
"Had a wonderful time staying here for my bachelorette! There were 13 of us overall and the space fit us perfect. It was clean, spacious and comfortable and fit all of our needs - from an outdoor workout class to a chef coming to the house and cooking for us all. Crystal-Mae was incredibly communicative ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Mt Malibu Mansion w/ Amazing Ocean Views, Guest House, 2+ Acres, Hot Tub!
Cheerful 2 Bedroom With Best Sunset Views
Cheerful 2 Bedroom With Best Sunset Views
Malibu
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Malibu. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Las Flores Canyon Beach and La Costa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Relaxation at its best
"Well worth it. The place was beautifully designed and very clean."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

Cheerful 2 Bedroom With Best Sunset Views
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Malibu

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 60%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

STUNNING!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful place to visit. Lots to do and beaches and views are beautiful. Lots of food and dining selections.

4/5 - Good

Daniel

El Matador Beach and Point Dume State Marine Reserve are wonderful.

5/5 - Excellent

J.Epperson

Traffic sucks, but the area is beautiful and the weather is amazing.

3/5 - Okay

CurtBlackburn

The Woosley Fires of 2018 really did a number on Malibu and surrounding area, its been a year and very little building happening. Quite sad really.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was a beautiful weekend but it is very busy on the Coast Highway.