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Ventura Harbor featuring general coastal views and sailing

Ventura Harbor

4/5(4 reviews)

Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.

Ventura Harbor
Ventura Pier featuring general coastal views, landscape views and a sunset

Ventura Pier

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy seafood or tacos at the foot of this pier and wander along its old wooden planks for panoramic views of the Channel Islands.

Ventura Pier
Ventura City Beach

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
Emma Wood State Beach

Emma Wood State Beach

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

Emma Wood State Beach
South Jetty Beach

South Jetty Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Jetty Beach during your trip to Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

South Jetty Beach

Ventura County Fairgrounds

4/5(1 review)

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

Activities

Ventura Scavenger Hunt: Ace Ventura

Self-Guided Ventura Scavenger Hunt: Ace Ventura

AU$19
per adult
Self-Guided Ventura Scavenger Hunt: Ace Ventura
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Ventura Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
Ventura Puzzling Adventure
Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson

Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson

AU$245
per adult
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Semi-Private Surf Lessons

Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara

AU$130
per adult
Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson

Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

AU$135
per adult
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson

Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

AU$182
per adult
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
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Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals

Good Nite Inn Camarillo

Good Nite Inn Camarillo

2 out of 5
1100 Ventura Blvd, Camarillo, CA
The price is AU$141 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$141
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Camarillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,001 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Good Nite Inn Camarillo
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is AU$184 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$184
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,183 reviews)
"Located close to breakfast places, parking easy staff friendly"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$143 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$143
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,027 reviews)
"Had an enjoyable stay, however with the motel being right next to the freeway, you hear the noise of traffic. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room and grounds were clean. I would rebook this place in the future if need be."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is AU$269 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$269
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,166 reviews)
Decent & pretty, no complementary breakfast.
"The weather was fantastic, gloomy with some slight breeze. Front desk was kind and quick. We enjoyed the small pool, just wish for the price of the stay breakfast was included it'd definitely be a 5 star rating. Overall beautiful Spanish architecture courtyard."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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 AU$300 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$300
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,181 reviews)
"It was an enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2101 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA
The price is AU$480 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$480
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Oxnard. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (729 reviews)
"It was a great stay for my family. Kid friendly and perfect for adults too right by the ocean"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

Ventura featuring a sunset

Downtown Ventura

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Downtown Ventura, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura City Hall and San Buenaventura Mission.

Downtown Ventura
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Midtown

Though Midtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor.

Midtown
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Pierpont Bay

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 Harbor showing sailing, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

Ventura Harbor Village

If you're spending some time in Ventura Harbor Village, Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Ventura Harbor Village
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Montalvo

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montalvo and surrounding area, you can visit Golf N' Stuff and Ventura Harbor.

Montalvo
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East End

While East End isn't home to many top sights, Golf N' Stuff and Olivas Adobe Historical Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

East End

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