Ventura - Oxnard, CA

Travel Guide

Channel Islands National Park which includes general coastal views and rugged coastline
Ventura showing general coastal views
Ventura Harbor featuring a bay or harbor and sailing
Channel Islands National Park featuring animals
Potato Harbour featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

Where to stay in Ventura - Oxnard

Must see!!

Oxnard Shores

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oxnard Shores, Oxnard State Beach and Channel Islands Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Oxnard Shores
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Channel Islands

5/5(1 area review)

While Channel Islands isn't home to many top sights, Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Channel Islands
A panoramic view from the bronze mermaid statue at Soter's Point. The place was just a strip of rocky breakwater area until it was developed a few years back. Now park goers and visitors frequent the once neglected place.

Pierpont Bay

4/5(158 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Pierpont Bay
Ventura showing a sunset

Downtown Ventura

4/5(59 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ventura, Ventura City Hall and Ventura Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ventura
Amazing Napoleon! Basil pesto over smoked mozzarella over heirloom tomato over Portobello mushroom over potato au gratin over spinach! Love the dog friendly outdoor patio.

Midtown

Midtown might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown
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Hollywood

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Hollywood, Channel Islands Harbor and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme are top sights worth seeing.

Hollywood
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
3.5 out of 5
450 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA
The price is SAR 596 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
SAR 596
SAR 681 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Ventura. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,067 reviews)
"Lots of homeless"

Reviewed on 16 March 2025

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 out of 5
298 S Chestnut St, Ventura, CA
The price is SAR 596 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 596
SAR 680 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,776 reviews)
"So kind so clean"

Reviewed on 16 March 2025

Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Beach
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Beach
2 out of 5
2145 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA
The price is SAR 334 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
SAR 334
SAR 381 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this motel in Ventura. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,132 reviews)
This was an unusual one
"I was here for a family thanksgiving dinner nearby and just needed a place to sleep. It’s probably the largest M6 I’ve seen but the parking was blocked off to a back section. No problem for me. Later, speaking with my fam, was told that the backside had been used for the undocumented. Can’t confirm, ..."

Reviewed on 17 March 2025

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Beach
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Channel Island Shores
Channel Island Shores
3 out of 5
1311 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (571 reviews)
"Love this property"

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Channel Island Shores
Mandalay Shores Resort
Mandalay Shores Resort
3.5 out of 5
5226 Neptune Square, Oxnard, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Ventura Harbor and Oxnard State Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"Beautiful views and property. Perfect getaway !"

Reviewed on 13 March 2025

Mandalay Shores Resort
Oceanview home walking distance to beach, pier & short drive to downtown Ventura
Oceanview home walking distance to beach, pier & short drive to downtown Ventura
Ventura
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ventura. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Ventura Harbor and San Buenaventura ...
Oceanview home walking distance to beach, pier & short drive to downtown Ventura
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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.

Popular places to visit

Ventura Harbor featuring sailing and general coastal views

Ventura Harbor

4.5/5(803 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Ventura with a trip to Ventura Harbor. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Ventura Harbor
Ventura Pier which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sunset

Ventura Pier

4.5/5(757 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Ventura with a trip to Ventura Pier. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Ventura Pier
Ventura, CA. Rated as one of the happiest cities in United States to live in. I believe it is due to the fabulous surf conditions, the sound of the sea upon the shore and the incredible sunsets.

Ventura City Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ventura City Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Ventura City Beach
🇱🇷 Situated along California's scenic central coast, the City of Ventura was once referred to as the “land of endless summer". There are many uncrowded beaches to discover in this area. • 🏊‍♀️ Like Emma Wood State Beach this area is popular for swimming, surfing, and fishing. It attracts a variety of wildlife on the beach and in the ocean! The beach also offers family camping or RV parking.

Emma Wood State Beach

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Emma Wood State Beach during your travels in Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

Emma Wood State Beach

Ventura County Fairgrounds

4/5(139 reviews)

Catch an event at Ventura County Fairgrounds during your trip to Ventura. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

Ventura County Fairgrounds

Channel Islands Harbor

4.5/5(307 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Oxnard with a trip to Channel Islands Harbor. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Channel Islands Harbor