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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 beautiful beaches 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 lively festivals.

Ventura County Fairgrounds

Activities

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop

Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop

AU$380
per traveller
Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop
Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson

Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

AU$181
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$125 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$125
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,087 reviews)
"Pleasant, comfortable and friendly stay!!!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Good Nite Inn Camarillo
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camarillo by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camarillo by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1405 Del Norte Rd, Camarillo, CA
The price is AU$185 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$185
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Camarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"pool was a little cold stating that it was heated , but everything else was great"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camarillo by IHG
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA
The price is AU$140 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$140
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"The room was good as far as getting the job done for a one night stay with my kids in the area. The bed was SO COMFORTABLE! I want to know the mattress brand! The room was dated and the shower was definitely not comfy- more like an RV shower. It was hard to be put on the 2nd floor with small kids ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
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$156 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$156
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,181 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3 out of 5
6602 Old Pacific Coast Hwy, Ventura, CA
The price is AU$230 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$230
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"Love the location, the private hidden feel. Great restaurant, wonderful hot breakfast!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South

2 out of 5
3075 Johnson Drive, US 101 at Johnson Drive, Ventura, CA
The price is AU$157 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$157
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ventura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Cleanliness"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South
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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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