Ventura - Oxnard Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Channel Islands National Park featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline
Ventura featuring general coastal views
Ventura Harbor featuring a bay or harbour and sailing
Channel Islands National Park showing animals
Ventura - Oxnard

Where to stay in Ventura - Oxnard

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Oxnard Shores

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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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
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Channel Islands

While there might not be top attractions in Channel Islands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach.

Channel Islands
Ventura which includes a sunset

Downtown Ventura

4/5(1 area review)

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

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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Hollywood

While visiting Hollywood, you might make a stop by sights like Channel Islands Harbor and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme.

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 AU$285 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (1,105 reviews)
"Plus side is the location next to the beach. Property exterior is scruffy. Bathroom tub drains slow. Overall, I might stay again"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 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 AU$272 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,769 reviews)
"Large rooms in a hotel with easy walk to beach or town. Nice buffet breakfast and coffee and fruit were out all day. The dining space had booths so you sit and talk or play a game. Good pool and spa."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
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$386 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$386
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel 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! (662 reviews)
Best Hotel
"This hotel is always my favorite. It’s very clean, spacious & right off the beach. The staff is always friendly & very accommodating!"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
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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! (590 reviews)
"Great location and property. I wish we had more time here, but we had to move on to our next destination."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 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! (92 reviews)
"Property is in a great location with a good view of the ocean. Walking distance to the beach. The free bikes on site and heated pool are a nice plus. Place was clean and well decorated. Staff was friendly. Definitely will be back."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 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 ...
Amazing Location!
"We were close to everything, beautiful view, lots of space, very clean, host was helpful and more than accommodating."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Oceanview home walking distance to beach, pier & short drive to downtown Ventura
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Popular places to visit

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 waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

Emma Wood State 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

Channel Islands Harbor

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

Cities near Ventura - Oxnard

Oxnard

Oxnard

Channel Islands National Park

Ventura

Carpinteria

Carpinteria

Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme