Westside

Ventura

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Ventura Pier

Ventura Pier

4.5/5(29 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 Harbor

Ventura Harbor

4.5/5(17 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 Beach Pier Southern California Sea American Flag

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

4/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree 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
Evening surf at peaceful Solimar Beach in Ventura, California.

Solimar Beach

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Solimar Beach during your travels in Ventura. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Solimar Beach
San Buenaventura Mission

San Buenaventura Mission

4.5/5(2 reviews)

San Buenaventura Mission is just one of the places to see in Ventura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

San Buenaventura Mission

Things to do

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

CA $122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson

Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

CA $407
per adult
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Westside Hotel Deals

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $112 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
CA $112
CA $132 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,348 reviews)
"Great place, very clean and very nice lady at check in thanks guys."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
The price is CA $928 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
CA $928
CA $1,167 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Ojai. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing place highly recommended Summer visit and many families and children everywhere as fyi if looking for couples only go elsewhere or during school year Olivella is beyond phenomenal highly recommended Great pool service and room amenities"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

Ojai Valley Inn
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $108 per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
CA $108
CA $128 total
Jun 25 - Jun 26
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,212 reviews)
"Perfect stay with 3 gas stations one skip away"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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 CA $285 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
CA $285
CA $382 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Oxnard. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing Father's day weekend."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ventura Beach Marriott

Ventura Beach Marriott

3.5 out of 5
2055 Harbor Blvd Ventura CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $266 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
CA $266
CA $304 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Everything was as it should be. I was very satisfied with my experience."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Ventura Beach Marriott
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 out of 5
298 S Chestnut St Ventura CA
The price is CA $214 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
CA $214
CA $244 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,878 reviews)
"We didn't know there was a hot tub. Haha Overall excellent affordable place to stay. Rooms are very spacious and comfortable. They offer a breakfast and a happy hour which is cool. Front desk staff is ok not as friendly as I would like but they didn't bother me so it's all good... I always stay here ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Where to stay in Westside

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This is the Ventura Pier at sunset.

Pierpont Bay

If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ventura California. Beach Pier. Aerial scenic Panorama

Midtown

Midtown might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Downtown Ventura

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ventura, Ventura City Hall and Ventura Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Ventura Harbor Village

While visiting Ventura Harbor Village, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park.
Beautiful morning scenery, with sunshine and reflections, palm trees, morning mist, on the Santa Barbara waterfront in California, USA

East End

Though East End might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olivas Adobe Historical Park and Bowlero Oxnard.

Westside

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