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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Property class: 3

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A pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.
Beach/ocean view
A coastal scene with a pier extending into the water, a building with a neon sign, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.
A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a wooden deck and a body of water.
A room with a balcony, a table, and two chairs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $189
$175 nightly
$189 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

Explore the area

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6602 Old Pacific Coast Hwy, Ventura, CA, 93001
  • Place, Oil Piers Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, La Conchita Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for QUEEN OCEAN VIEW

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

QUEEN OCEAN VIEW

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for QUEEN DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

QUEEN DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for POOL LEVEL TWO ROOM OCEAN SUITE

A room with a window, a chair, and a small table.

POOL LEVEL TWO ROOM OCEAN SUITE

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 540 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM SUITE #24

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view of the ocean, and a ceiling fan.

OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM SUITE #24

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM JACUZZI SUITE #12

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM JACUZZI SUITE #12

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for OCEAN VIEW DELUXE #11, KING + TWIN

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

OCEAN VIEW DELUXE #11, KING + TWIN

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room #1, Ocean View, Fireplace

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room #1, Ocean View, Fireplace

  • Ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for QUEEN PARTIAL VIEW

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a table, and a ceiling fan.

QUEEN PARTIAL VIEW

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for KING PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

KING PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for KING OCEAN VIEW

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

KING OCEAN VIEW

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(151 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ventura

With a stay at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean in Ventura (Mussel Shoals), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ventura Pier and Oil Piers Beach. .This beach hotel is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Ventura Harbor and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Channel Islands National Park.

What's nearby

  • Oil Piers Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Conchita Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Rincon Beach Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 11 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ventura Station - 18 min drive
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dang Burger - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Ventura hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and blackout drapes/curtains.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite to eat at The Shoals Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, multilingual staff, and a vending machine. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Shoals Restaurant - This seafood restaurant is located by the pool. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Shoals Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cliff House Inn
Cliff House Inn Ventura
Cliff House Ventura
Cliff Inn
Cliff House Bed Breakfast Shoals Restaurant Ventura
Cliff Shoals Restaurant House
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel Ventura
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Ventura
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel Ventura

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1039 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location, awesome pool. Convenient good restaurant right on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy parking excellent restaurant food Awesome staff Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hidden gem of a hotel with a fantastic restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Private and beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful view, clean room, and easy to check in/out. It is a simple hotel that met our needs for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location for a mini vacation getaway. Whether you want to lounge by the pool with ocean views, walk to the beach or a nice bike ride
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place, gorgeous views, wonderful restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Scenic ocean views. Clean, quiet and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay. This is our second time and we plan on coming back again and again! This a hidden gem that delights the senses.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love our stay here because it’s so peaceful. Our room was comfy. A bit dated but we didn’t mind it because we love the ambience, the pool and the restaurant and the access to the bike trail. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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10/10! I would stay again! View was incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My location so close to breaking waves, a fun experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing view and gorgeous pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a special place. If you are looking for immaculate appointed rooms, this is not the place. It is clean, the beds are comfortable, the location fantastic, a wonderful staff and delicious restaurant. Old California, it is a classic. Enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My favorite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Was a great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love the Cliffhouse in that’s why we come back time and time againand celebrate our anniversary at your lovely property
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So charming! Must stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My husband and I really loved this place. Beautiful location. The complimentary breakfast in the morning is a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location on the ocean with pool and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A little nook of ocean front paradise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026