Malibu, California
Malibu California is exclusive coastal community north of Los Angeles. Famous for its natural
beauty, twenty four beaches and casual, yet elegant lifestyle. We review only a few
of the best beaches in the region. Because most of the beach property is
privately owned by the wealthy who do not need to rent their homes.
there are very few private vacation rentals. There is one very
lovely beach front inn (See Malibu Lagoon Beach, aka
Surfriders Beach below to tour it.
BEACHES ............... LODGING ............... ENTERTAINMENT ............... DINING
Malibu Beaches
Westward Beach.....Malibu Beach ..... Zuma Beach
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Malibu Beach
(aka Surfriders Beach - Malibu Beach)
A beautiful lagoon beach with 22 acres of wetlands, gardens and sandy beach is where
Malibu Creek meets the sea.....'Malibu Surfrider Beach' is on one side of the
Pier and is considered one of the worlds premiere surfing beaches in. On
the east side of the Malibu Creek Bridge is the Malibu Pier. And an
is excellent for saltwater fishing. On the west side of Malibu
Creek Bridge is the nature area with great bird watching
Wetland guided tours of natural elements such the
monarch butterfly, tidepools, and the gray
whale are scheduled seasonally.
recommended lodging
Malibu Beach Inn & Hideaway Cafe
Malibu's only luxury beach front hotel......"for the first time in 40 years,
Malibu has a hotel worthy of the area", Travel & Leisure
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Zuma Beach
Zuma Beach is two miles long and a hundred yards wide. The widest sandy beach in Malibu.
With volleyball courts, snack bars and play ground it is a popular summer spot for
the Valley kids. A great place for bodyboarding (use caution when the surf
is heavy). A great family beach, noted for its clean sand, relative
privacy from Pacific Coast Highway with heavy traffic.
Our Recommended Lodging
Malibu Country Inn & Hideway Cafe
Ocean View property with a unique court yard and pool. Plus a 'locals favorite' French
Restaurant. Situated above Zuma Beach. A unique Cape Cod style facility.
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Westward Beach
(aka 'Drainpipes' by surfers)
part of Point Dune State Beach
Point Dune State Beach features headlands, cliffs, secluded coves & tidepools. Westward Beach,
is part of Point Dune which is a large sandy stretch of shore that is popular for swimming,
surfing, scuba diving & fishing. The headlands offer views of the coast, including the
the passing sight of migrating California gray whales (November & May). Westward
beach has more privacy (shielded by high bluffs). Located at the southern end
of Zuma Beach. Surfers know it has one of the heaviest beachbreaks in the
Southern California region. Follow Westward Beach Road 1 1/2 miles
out to a dramatic rock cliff at the north side of Point Dune
and noted scenic drive and perfect sunset watch.
A more complete list of Malibu hotels
(There are few accommodations in the Malibu region. So our list contains many hotels
within 15mi of Malibu, so that there would be a wider range of prices to choose from.)
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Dining and Entertainment
Malibu Country Mart
Over 60 unique shops, markets, cafes, world class gardens and a charming mix of
architectural styles. There are picnic areas and playgrounds. Many people
love to people watch here since this is where many of Hollywood's
stars live and shop. Do be polite and give them their
privacy, since after all it is their home,
and their are not on display here.
Malibu Inn
Famous Restaurant & Bar - Top Entertainment!
(310) A.C.L.U. - 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265
Godmother Of Malibu
Fantastic Catering for groups both large & small
(310) 456-5376 23847 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, 90265
Monrose Catering Caterer Malibu/Topanga
(310) 457-6338 29775 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265
Sms Catering Caterer Malibu/Topanga
(310) 457-6300 P O Box 6362, Malibu, CA, 90264
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MALIBU LODGING OPTIONS
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