Summertime is on the way and there’s no better place to soak it in than the California coast. It may come as no surprise that Malibu is California’s most famous seaside community, not only because of its natural rugged beauty, but also because of the unique low-key resort vibe that locals call “that Malibu feeling.”

Sure, Malibu is a playground for the rich and famous…but when you check in to the Malibu Beach Inn, you’re the star and it’s your turn to have all the fun! 

Malibu Beach Inn is the ideal location for enjoying all things Malibu, including the beach, the ocean, Getty Villa, Malibu Lumber Yard & Malibu Country Mart, Hollywood Theater, Adamson House, Malibu Pier and Pepperdine Center for the Arts.

Immerse yourself in the beauty and nature of Malibu. Our staff can help you find the perfect hiking trail or direct you to legendary surf spots like Zuma and Surfrider beaches. 

Marvel at the majestic canyon views and peaceful isolation of Mulholland Drive, Point Mugu State Park and Nicholas Flat Trail Malibu. And be sure to stop at the gorgeous Adamson estate next door, where you’ll see how early Malibu royalty lived.

A short walk away is the incredible Malibu Country Mart, where you can check out Planet Blue, John Varvatos, Oliver Peoples, one of the three unique Ralph Lauren stores, or one of among 65 upscale boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.  Take a Crumbs cupcake break in the new Lumber Yard development, shop at the stunning James Perse store, and be sure to check out the new celebrity hot spot Maxfield.

There’s so much to do, and yet you might just find yourself sitting back and relaxing on the beach. Go right ahead…after all, it’s your vacation!

Learn more on our website or give us a call at 1-800-4MALIBU and let our concierge help you plan your perfect Malibu vacation today! 

The Getty Villa. A perfect place to spend the day in Malibu.

A day at Getty Villa

We thought this was a great insider review of the Getty Villa, so we wanted to share it with you. Thank you starlitdes, for sharing your experience with us!

California Travel: Museums: The Getty Villa

One beautiful Sunday afternoon, I decided to go to the Getty Villa in Malibu, CA. I live about 40 minutes away from this amazing museum and I have driven past it countless times. Now that I’ve discovered its beauty I’d like to share it with you.

The J. Paul Getty Museum is located right off the 1 Highway or PCH in Malibu, California.

• For directions/hours/parking click here

You can order your tickets online. Admission is free. Parking is $15. 

I suggest:

• Plan on being there for 3(+) hours. If its your first time I suggest more time.
• Print tickets ahead of time.
• Arrive in the morning hours (less people)

The museum offers many exhibits from Roman/Greek times, as well as other special exhibitions.

• For a map of the museum and list of exhibitions click here.

The museum has a Cafe and Coffee Kiosk. There is also a picnic area as well. (We ate at the Cafe and the food was really good.) They also offer a meal and tour of the herb garden with “Tea by the Sea”. The tea served, is made from herbs grown in the garden.

• For Cafe and “Tea by the Sea” menu click here.

The pool of the Outer Peristyle(Courtyard) was the best part of this museum. All the architecture was beautiful. You can take a self guided tour or rent an iPod for free that has an audio tour.

I also suggest watching the short film about the Getty Villa before you wonder around. It is just to the right of the main museum entrance and it plays every 15 minutes.

For more information visit http://www.getty.edu/visit/index.html

You can view more of my photos here.

You’ll have some great photo ops and spectacular views of the ocean. If you live in Southern California or are going to visit, I suggest you spend a little time here at the Getty Villa.