Western Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Zuma Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Zuma Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Western Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
El Matador State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, El Matador State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
You can take time to visit Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach during your travels to Malibu.
Universal Studios Hollywood
This part amusement park, part film and TV studio is packed with action and excitement for all the family.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Western Malibu
The Pierside Santa Monica
I love how the hotel is super clean, welcoming and very walm.. enjoyed our stay. Although there is absolutely no free parking. Valet only parking is 65 a day and you are kind of left with no option but to pay. It's a rip off. Otherwise it was a great experience overall
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Carmel
The location is what makes staying here worth it. It’s a bare minimum hotel. A room with two beds and barely any extra room to do anything else. Bringing any type of meal back to the room was tricky figuring out where/how to eat. We basically eat in our beds. Not a terrible experience, but I would ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
The staff is amazing. They did not hesitate when I requested a first floor room after my wife got surgery. Thanks guys!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Fabulous time. Wonderful hotel and setting.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Lovely hotel, amazing staff, restaurant fantastic, location very convenient. Loved my time spent at the Proper hotel
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Thousand Oaks, CA
Not a bad place for a overnight stay. Only problems was the staff. Check in sucked, staff can be better to customers. He had an attitude before ineven walked in. Attitude was unacceptable. Room appeared cleab beyond the tick that was found on my friend we believe came from the bed.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western 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
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
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.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/Sepulved Station or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
