The Calabasas center point is about the area of The Commons at Calabasas and the area of Downtown Calabasas.
Calabasas enjoys warm weather year-round, though it's not always comfortable. In the late spring and summer months, May through September, temperatures can get over 110 degrees. Averages during this time, though, are around the high 70s. Even in the fall and winter, highs can climb up into the 80s. However, the averages during these seasons are in the 60s and 70s, with the occasional cold day dropping into the 30s or high 20s.
With so much heat, spring and fall are great times to visit Calabasas. The weather is almost always warm enough to enjoy a hike or a trip to the beaches or the Santa Monica Pier, but the highs during those months are less likely to exceed 100 degrees. This makes the climate much more enjoyable — though it will also attract plenty of other travelers.
December through February is a wonderful time to visit if you want to avoid large crowds. The temperature averages in the mid 50s then, but you still might experience a warm enough day to take a dip in the Pacific Ocean. If it gets too cold for that, there's always the option of visiting a nearby state park or hiking in the mountains. January and February are the months with the most precipitation (3.1 inches and 5.1 inches, respectively), so plan for some rain if you're traveling then.
Travelers looking for a bargain will find a few hotels offering discounts in Calabasas and plenty more in the surrounding area.
The Anza, a Calabasas Hotel is a boutique option right in the city center, just a quarter of a mile from the downtown area. Patrons here can easily walk to the Leonis Adobe Museum, and AAA members will enjoy a discount when they book their stays. The hotel provides special rooms for travelers with dogs, and other amenities include an on-site bistro and bar. Standard rooms and suites are available, with rooms in this three-star hotel coming equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, microwaves, coffeemakers, and refrigerators.
Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills is a good choice for senior citizens looking for a discount. In addition to reduced rates, these guests will enjoy balcony access, in-room coffeemakers and mini-fridges, 50-inch flat-screen TVs that offer smartphone and laptop connectivity, and more. Pets are allowed for an additional fee. Guests traveling in groups can book 10 rooms or more, and government and military personnel (active and retired) as well as AAA/CAA members also get room discounts.
The best value hotels in the area provide the perfect mix of luxury and amenities while allowing you to stay on budget. One of the best value choices is Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas. Guests praise this location for its outdoor garden and outdoor pool. It's also in a prime location, as it's within walking distance of Calabasas Lake and next door to The Commons at Calabasas shopping center. This location is right off Highway 101, making for an easy drive into Los Angeles or the Cheseboro and Palo Comado Canyon national park.
Another good value option is Best Western Woodland Hills Inn in Woodland Hills. Just over two miles from downtown Calabasas, this three-star hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, a free continental breakfast, guest laundry service, and free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms. Each room comes with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and high-speed internet access.
This part of California is a nature lover's dream, where guests get to enjoy the best of the mountains and the beaches. People can take a short drive from Calabasas to spend a day at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Paramount Ranch (a must-visit for movie buffs, as this attraction features a town that has served as a location in several westerns), Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve, Topanga State Park, and Tuna Canyon Park. A nearby waterfall, Santa Ynez Falls, makes for a wonderfully romantic stop during a day of hiking.
If it's too cold or hot for hiking or you're focusing on just relaxing during your vacation, take the car down Mulholland Drive to soak in the mountain scenery. This road starts in Calabasas, cuts through Topanga State Park, and ends in Hollywood Hills. From there, you can see the iconic Hollywood Sign or plan for more hiking in famous Griffith Park. Tours down historic Mulholland Drive are also available if your feel like venturing into Hollywood.
With Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Hollywood, Malibu, and Santa Monica all within a short, easy, and scenic drive of Calabasas, you don't need an excuse to visit — you just need the right accommodations. Remember these options when you're planning your next vacation, and you'll find a spot whether you're looking for something affordable, are ready to splurge, or need the perfect mix of value and luxury to enjoy your stay in warm California.
Below are reviews of the city of Calabasas, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Pretty community with access to good food.
Great places to eat! Love the Commons!!
Very walkable. Many shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Calabasas is a great town. Their local newspaper (Enterprise?) Was really good. Lots of things to do see and there have been plenty of movies filmed in this area.
Close to beaches and 101!
Upscale area. Rosti restaurant was excellent! I felt very safe in the area.
Friendly staff and clean rooms.
A quiet area, safe and clean hotel with easy accessibility to main destinations and sights.
Good restaurants in Calabasas.
Calabasas city and local area are great, had a great time exploring the shops and many food outlets.
Calabasas is a great place!