Ventura Lodging near Beaches and Downtown Attractions
Located one hour north of Los Angeles and 25 minutes south of Santa Barbara, Country Inn & Suites provides an ideal home base for exploring our exciting area. Our hotel is a two-block walk from both Ventura Beach and historic downtown Ventura. Lodging with us provides easy access to many other attractions, such as the Ventura County Fairgrounds, Ventura Harbor Village, Island Packers Cruises, Camarillo Premium Outlets, and Limoneria Ranch. Whether you choose to ride a surrey cycle or bike along the waterfront, see breathtaking views from Ventura Pier or take a picnic lunch to Surfer's Point, you will enjoy the ideal location of our Ventura lodging -- right in the center of it all.
Don't miss these attractions while lodging in Ventura:
Camarillo Premium Outlets: (15 miles) For shopping in Ventura, visit the Camarillo Premium Outlets, where you will find impressive sales and quality fashion at all your favorite stores. Phone: (805) 445-8520 l
Derby Club: (0.6 miles) The Derby Club offers guests and patrons hassle-free wagering at track odds, full service bars and restaurants as well as a beautiful beach location at the Ventura County Fairgrounds at Seaside Park. Phone: (805) 653-2533
Island Packers Cruises: (4 miles) For fantastic hiking, camping, kayaking, whale watching and sightseeing, visit the Island Packers and travel to all five islands in the Channel Islands National Park. Phone: (805) 642-1393
Limoneria Ranch: (24 miles) The Limoneria Ranch offers several different tours such as the Back Country Jeep tour and the Citrus Ranch tour, as well as a variety of fun activities including hot air ballooning, horseback riding and even gourmet orchard dining. Phone: (866) 321-9995
Majestic Ventura Theatre: (0.2 miles) Considered the best venue between LA and San Francisco, the Ventura Theatre offers exquisite 1920s mission style architecture, excellent acoustics and nearby parking. Phone: (805) 653-0721
Mission San Buenaventura: (0.5 miles) This Catholic parish in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles was the ninth and final California mission founded by Blessed Junipero Serra in 1782. For historical value and beauty, this Ventura attraction is a must see. Phone: (805) 643-4318
Ventura County Fairgrounds: (0.5 miles) This 62-acre ocean-front location is the site of the annual 12-day Ventura County Fair and hosts a variety of events such as business meetings, trade shows, concerts, expositions and equestrian events. Phone: (805) 648-3376
Ventura Harbor Village: (4 miles) Ventura Harbor Village offers breathtaking coastline views, kayaking, paddle boating, beaches, fine or casual dining and several fabulous specialty shops and boutiques. Phone: (805) 642-8538
Surfer's Point: (0.5 miles) Ride the waves or simply enjoy a picnic at Surfer's Point, a world renowned coastal break near the fairgrounds famous for its rolling waves and stunning sunsets.
San Buenaventura State Beach Park: (1 mile) Swim, surf and picnic along this two-mile stretch of coastline, or stroll the 1,700-foot pier. Just one mile from our Ventura lodging.
Ventura Shuttle Service Shuttle service is available just one block from the hotel and travels to Ventura Harbor, Ventura Pier, beaches, Amtrak, Ventura County Fairgrounds and the Historic Downtown cultural district. Shuttles run every 40 minutes from 7am-9pm daily. One-way fare: Adult/Youth $1.25, Seniors $0.60 and Children under 45" ride free. Exact change is required.
About an hour north of Los Angeles, Ventura County looks out affectionately on the expansive Pacific Ocean. Initially settled by Chumash Indians, the region was discovered by Portuguese and Spanish adventurers in the mid-16th century. Not long thereafter, Spain began to construct missions along the coast, and San Buenaventura (Ventura's original, official name) was established in 1782. Small communities and sprawling ranches grew around it, giving rise to the eventual town. In the 19th century, California saw an influx of settlers, and Ventura County became an agricultural capital, a title it holds yet today. In fact, the town of Oxnard derived its name from brothers who built a factory there to process sugar beets, a profitable early crop. Thanks to fertile lands and abundant rainfall, the area now serves as a top producer of strawberries, lima beans, lemons, and celery. The oil industry and the military also rank as major employers, along with electronics and tourism. Throughout its periods of growth, Ventura County has had the foresight to maintain its communities' small-town charm, as well as their history. Naturally, the coast is a perpetual draw, and area beaches are frequented by residents and visitors alike. Off the coast, the Channel Islands are a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts as well. While you're around, you'll definitely want to visit San Buenaventura Mission, Ventura Harbor, and Ventura's City Hall, not to mention Carnegie Art Museum and Heritage Square in Oxnard. They're just brief indication of the all-American appeal that brings folks to the county for business, for pleasure, and for fun.
Did you know?
Early settlers, who fell in love with Ventura County's mild climate and fertile soils, considered themselves blessed to reside in such a paradise. Even Ventura's official name, San Buenaventura acknowledges their sentiment: It means "good fortune."