Title: Visit Mussel Shoals: Best of Mussel Shoals, Ventura Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Mussel Shoals](https://expedia.ca/Mussel-Shoals-Hotels.d980933007402045440.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ventura](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ventura](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Mussel Shoals Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mussel-Shoals.d980933007402045440.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mussel Shoals Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Mussel-Shoals.d980933007402045440.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Mussel Shoals ## Ventura ![Photo by Jenna Gangemi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3e9320066525d08fb89b59be2c846484.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jenna Gangemi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3e9320066525d08fb89b59be2c846484.jpg) ![Photo by Terry Fletcher](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a1a2a9a990720debc20419735571c7e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Terry Fletcher](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a1a2a9a990720debc20419735571c7e1.jpg) ![Photo by Leanne](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f4c1433a7289cdfac0bb4d2d8e465754.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Leanne](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f4c1433a7289cdfac0bb4d2d8e465754.jpg) ![Photo by Leanne](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f730e49377edf984ae22a5d6e111613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Leanne](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f730e49377edf984ae22a5d6e111613.jpg) ## Visit Mussel Shoals Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ventura travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ventura.dx6212) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ventura Harbor which includes sailing and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174029-Ventura-Harbor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ventura Harbor Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Harbor-Ventura-Harbor-Village.d6134036.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ventura Pier featuring a sunset, landscape views and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173493-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ventura Pier Enjoy seafood or tacos at the foot of this pier and wander along its old wooden planks for panoramic views of the Channel Islands. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Pier-Ventura.d6063443.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ventura City Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/924b4b93fae82243bbadb85299187522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-City-Beach-Ventura.d553248635983992817.Vacation-Attraction) ![Emma Wood State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b750d17ffb1a05e46c75b4bf22fb0376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Emma Wood State Beach 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Emma-Wood-State-Beach-Ventura.d553248621532639649.Vacation-Attraction) ![South Jetty Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/90dfc01898190900411590a889dea3c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Jetty Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Jetty Beach during your trip to Ventura? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Jetty-Beach-Ventura.d553248635983994339.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ventura County Fairgrounds Catch an event at Ventura County Fairgrounds during your trip to Ventura. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-County-Fairgrounds-Ventura.d6335604.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2172683/9f168dbc-959b-455d-a78b-5f59ebcc5b74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude CA $120 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-lessons-in-santa-barbara-with-the-dude.a2172683.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389448/ce0cb251-de5f-46be-842b-421581007138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours) CA $163 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-lesson-in-santa-barbara-4-hours.a1389448.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580534/4c438383-7625-4513-a76a-23aa486fc5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson CA $219 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-15-hour-private-beginners-surf-lesson.a4580534.activity-details) [See all activities in Ventura](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Mussel Shoals Hotel Deals ![Cliff House Inn On The Ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894200/894106/b496582e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cliff House Inn On The Ocean 6602 Old Pacific Coast Hwy Ventura CA CA $201 CA $226 total Jan 8 - Jan 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,001 reviews) Nothing stood out, but all was good Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026&selected=894106&PinnedHotelID=894106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980933007402045440) ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3850 State St Santa Barbara CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $204 CA $233 total Jan 6 - Jan 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,030 reviews) I liked all it had to offer except for the room A/C/heater… it was so noisy on and we had a hard time having it on at night. Also wall seem very thin, we heard the TV noise from next door at night. But overall it was clean and staff on site were all very kind and friendly. Also loved the heated pool, ... Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980933007402045440) ![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Barbara 533 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $260 CA $303 total Jan 4 - Jan 5 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,087 reviews) Very smooth check in Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980933007402045440) ![Inn By The Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn By The Harbor 433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA CA $229 CA $261 total Jan 21 - Jan 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,831 reviews) Clean, quiet, and friendly staff. Will stay again in the future. Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=34495&PinnedHotelID=34495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980933007402045440) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/219b9599_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $125 CA $142 total Jan 18 - Jan 19 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,086 reviews) Clean room, decent complimentary breakfast, and excellent value for the price. We had a two room setup with one king bed and two full size beds. This many beds is hard to find even at much higher price points. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Westside.dx872091320571822080) ![Ventura which includes a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173494-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Ventura If you're spending some time in Downtown Ventura, Ventura City Hall and Museum of Ventura County are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Downtown-Ventura.dx553248635976007390) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/70333a5cf9fb78e1d4b41ad012528a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pierpont Bay 4.5/5(3 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Pierpont-Bay.dx553248635976482348) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a53da3b13253ea9c0d334e187b5e06f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Midtown Midtown might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Ventura-Midtown.dx872095528901570560) ![Ventura Harbor showing a bay or harbour, sailing and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173477-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ventura Harbor Village While visiting Ventura Harbor Village, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park. 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