A sailboat on a calm sea with surfers in the water, hills in the background, and a hazy sky.

Beach Hotels & Resorts in Central Malibu from AU$184

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Central Malibu Beach Hotels

This weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov
Next weekend
13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Central Malibu beach hotels

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

1. Hotel June Malibu

Hotel June Malibu
3.5 star property
Central Malibu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"Great property with a great staff!"
United States
Frederick
The price is AU$613
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel June Malibu
A poolside area with sun loungers and a small round table.

2. Malibu Country Inn

Malibu Country Inn
3.0 star property
Central Malibu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for a quick stop in Malibu"
United States
Allen
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Malibu Country Inn
A wooden deck with a round table, a bottle of wine, and two glasses.

3. Malibu Charming Hideaway, Ocean Views & Privacy

Malibu Charming Hideaway, Ocean Views & Privacy
Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Such a nice home very welcoming. Host is so nice very helpful the original tiny home I booked wasn’t available she made sure we still had a good place. Was such a big upgrade. Thank you so much will definitely book again."
United States
Mary S.
The price is AU$661
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Malibu Charming Hideaway, Ocean Views & Privacy
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a balcony.

4. Malibu Romantic Hideaway, Cozy Coastal Getaway

Malibu Romantic Hideaway, Cozy Coastal Getaway
Central Malibu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Nice place. I liked the amplitude of this particular room. Bess as well as the property attendant were very attentive."
United States
Efrain G.
The price is AU$692
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Malibu Romantic Hideaway, Cozy Coastal Getaway
A modern living room with a pool, large glass doors, and a high ceiling.

5. Malibu Luxury 4 BR Home w Pool and Ocean Views

Malibu Luxury 4 BR Home w Pool and Ocean Views
Central Malibu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Beautiful home. Perfect for relaxing family time"
United States
Lynette R.
The price is AU$3,081
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Malibu Luxury 4 BR Home w Pool and Ocean Views
A beach view with a building that has a balcony overlooking the ocean.

6. Sunset Malibu Road Premium Ocean Front Penthouse

Sunset Malibu Road Premium Ocean Front Penthouse
Central Malibu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"Great place! Easy check in, clean!"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$1,882
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sunset Malibu Road Premium Ocean Front Penthouse
A wooden stand holding several surfboards on a sandy beach.

7. Malibu Coastal Serene Cabin, Rest & Recharge

Malibu Coastal Serene Cabin, Rest & Recharge
Central Malibu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"We were only in Malibu for a short time, but we enjoyed our stay in this lovely little cabin. It has all the basics that you need. "
United States
Nancy S.
The price is AU$568
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Malibu Coastal Serene Cabin, Rest & Recharge
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas

Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Central Malibu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,853 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay."
United States
Elena
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas
A balcony with white wicker chairs overlooking a beach with gentle waves.

9. Malibu Beach Paradise Apartments

Malibu Beach Paradise Apartments
3.5 star property
Eastern Malibu, 9.5 km from Central Malibu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (249 reviews)
"The view of the ocean was incredible and the location walking distance to the pier"
United States
Joe
The price is AU$539
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Malibu Beach Paradise Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a coffee maker, and a desk. There is a door leading to a bathroom and a hallway.

10. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Central Malibu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Location is great, room is quiet"
United States
Olesya
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Monica
A modern bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink. There is a bed in the adjacent room.

11. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park Inn
2.0 star property
27.4 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (499 reviews)
"Great staff and clean rooms!"
United States
Curtis
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ocean Park Inn
A coastal cityscape with a beach, pier, and amusement park.

12. Ocean View Hotel

Ocean View Hotel
3.0 star property
25.7 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed Ocean View was great and was a best decision. The place is clean and the staffs are very helpful ( Teresa, Danny). The location it’s ideal, close to restaurant, shopping and the pier."
United States
Warren
The price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ocean View Hotel
A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, balconies, and a modern design.

13. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
26.4 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,449 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Victoria
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

14. Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University

Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Really had everything we needed last minute and were so helpful!"
United States
Amalia
The price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University
A modern outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature and a glass railing.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
3.0 star property
26.2 km from Central Malibu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,344 reviews)
"Great staff and location to the Santa Monica Pier!"
United States
Maryann Louise
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a modern reception desk, and a patterned floor.

16. The Inn at Venice Beach

The Inn at Venice Beach
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice location , cool staff I’ll be staying there anytime I’m in Venice"
United States
Lynone
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Inn at Venice Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a large painting of a sunset, a blue carpet, and a door leading to a bathroom.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Monica

Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Monica
2.5 star property
28 km from Central Malibu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the reflective/mirror elevator door!! Friendly and professional!! Very good comfortable stay!!"
United States
Rolana
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Monica
A living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a telephone. There is a kitchen area visible through an open door.

18. Sea Shore Motel

Sea Shore Motel
3.0 star property
27 km from Central Malibu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and staff!"
Canada
Breanne
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Sea Shore Motel
A beach with a palm tree-lined promenade and a skate park.

19. Hotel Erwin Venice Beach

Hotel Erwin Venice Beach
4.0 star property
28.3 km from Central Malibu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"5 star stay!"
United States
DeMarco
The price is AU$406
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Erwin Venice Beach
Two people riding bicycles on a coastal path with the ocean in the background.

20. The Pierside Santa Monica

The Pierside Santa Monica
4.0 star property
25.9 km from Central Malibu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,484 reviews)
"Great location, great staff and great restaurant"
Canada
Corinne
The price is AU$383
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Pierside Santa Monica
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.
View all properties

Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Central Malibu

Pool
Breakfast included

Top Central Malibu Hotel Reviews

Good Nite Inn Camarillo

Good Nite Inn Camarillo

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was good"
Fernando 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Good Nite Inn Camarillo

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Malibu like for travellers who love the beach?
Book a great place to stay in Central Malibu, which has a lot to offer the traveller planning a beach getaway.
What is there to see and do around Central Malibu?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Point Dume State Beach and Preserve or Zuma Beach for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Paradise Cove Beach and Point Dume Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Pepperdine University or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia