What is Western Malibu like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Malibu's Western Malibu neighbourhood. Are you looking for Western Malibu travel tips? Make sure that you visit El Matador State Beach and Zuma Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Western Malibu?

For your stay in Western Malibu, Casa Zuma by Oraklus is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

How many hotels will I find in the Western Malibu area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Malibu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 65 Western Malibu hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Western Malibu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Western Malibu.

What is there to do in this Malibu neighbourhood?

El Matador State Beach, Zuma Beach and Lechuza Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Western Malibu. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Leo Carrillo State Park and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are some other places worth a visit. Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach, La Piedra Beach and Broad Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Malibu. Encinal Beach and El Pescador State Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Malibu.

Top 10 Western Malibu Hotels of 2026

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1. Malibu Country Inn

Central Malibu, 5.5 km from Western Malibu

Allen

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

2. Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

15.3 km from Western Malibu

Antonio

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

3. Palm Garden Hotel

16.6 km from Western Malibu

Carlos

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Agoura Hills

14.1 km from Western Malibu

Kevin M

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

5. Hyatt Regency Westlake

13.3 km from Western Malibu

Hector

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

6. Sheraton Agoura Hills Hotel

14.1 km from Western Malibu

Vincent

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

7. Hotel June Malibu

Central Malibu, 6.5 km from Western Malibu

Frederick

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small armchair, a desk with a lamp, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Westlake Village

13.6 km from Western Malibu

Saba

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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

19 km from Western Malibu

Adriane

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel entrance with a parking lot, trees, and a sunset sky.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thousand Oaks-Newbury Park

16.2 km from Western Malibu

Elijah

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

11. Courtyard Thousand Oaks Ventura County

16.4 km from Western Malibu

Claudia

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A building entrance with a 'welcome' sign, covered walkway, and potted plants.

12. Motel 6 Thousand Oaks, CA

16.4 km from Western Malibu

Blanca

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

13. Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Agoura Hills

14.9 km from Western Malibu

Nora

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA

16.5 km from Western Malibu

Tom

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Agoura Hills

15.7 km from Western Malibu

Eveline

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire pit, surrounded by stone pillars and glass doors leading into the building.

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Agoura Hills

14.8 km from Western Malibu

Roxanne

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

17. Sonesta Select Camarillo

23.1 km from Western Malibu

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

18. Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

19.6 km from Western Malibu

Stephanie

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a white sofa, and a woven hanging light fixture.

19. Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa

7.4 km from Western Malibu

Luke

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

20. TownePlace Suites Thousand Oaks Ventura County

16.4 km from Western Malibu

Joel

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Where to stay in Western Malibu

Find the best Western Malibu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Western Malibu

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Hollywood

Spot movie stars and experience the glamour of show business at the legendary home of the American motion picture industry.

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Downtown Los Angeles

Vibrant and buzzy, Downtown LA is packed full of arts, culture and history.

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Mid City

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

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Koreatown

This trendy neighborhood is known for its diverse cultural heritage, 24-hour nightlife and eclectic entertainment options.

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Westchester

You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Lucky Strike Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to see more of the city.

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Top Western Malibu Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The best place to stay when in Santa Monica. Very friendly and helpful staff, excellent rooms, and great restaurants on the property!!"

Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"This is a five star property that lives up to the standard. The staff are excellent, the furnishings beautiful and the cleanliness flawless. Drinks and snacks at the rooftop pool will make you question the need to leave the hotel to explore LA. This is an ideal place to stay if passing through LA. Valet Parking is expensive, but safe and tremendously convenient. The valets are quick and efficient."

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

8/10 Good

"Great location very close walk to the Santa Monica Pier, Hop On Hop Off bus, and close to other amenities like Target & Trader Joes. Staff was very nice and helpful. Room was spacious. There was a washer and dryer on site which came in very handy. We would return to this hotel again."

Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

10/10 Excellent

"I’ve been traveling all my life and this is by far my all time favorite hotels!!! It was intimate and cozy, the location was perfect also not too far from Everything. It was also the most cleanest nicest hotels, I seen absolutely no flaws at all! Staff was excellent everything was a 10/10 I will be coming back here any time I’m in Cali!"

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Our top choices for Western Malibu hotels

1. Malibu Country Inn

2. Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

3. Palm Garden Hotel

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Agoura Hills

5. Hyatt Regency Westlake

6. Sheraton Agoura Hills Hotel

7. Hotel June Malibu

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Westlake Village

9. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thousand Oaks-Newbury Park

11. Courtyard Thousand Oaks Ventura County

12. Motel 6 Thousand Oaks, CA

13. Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Agoura Hills

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Agoura Hills

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Agoura Hills

17. Sonesta Select Camarillo

18. Cambria Hotel Calabasas - Malibu

19. Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa

20. TownePlace Suites Thousand Oaks Ventura County

Where to stay in Western Malibu

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Top Western Malibu Hotel Reviews

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