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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
Oceanfront dining meets coastal relaxation at this seaside retreat where guests enjoy fresh seafood while taking in the panoramic Pacific views

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OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM SUITE #24 | Beach/ocean view - Cliff House Inn On The Ocean (Ventura)
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Deluxe Room #1, Ocean View, Fireplace | Beach/ocean view - Cliff House Inn On The Ocean (Ventura)
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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean offers a peaceful coastal retreat with private beach access and free continental breakfast. Shoals Restaurant is praised for its seafood menu and stunning ocean views that captivate diners.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

QUEEN OCEAN VIEW

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

QUEEN DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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POOL LEVEL TWO ROOM OCEAN SUITE | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

POOL LEVEL TWO ROOM OCEAN SUITE

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM SUITE #24 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM SUITE #24

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM JACUZZI SUITE #12 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

OCEAN VIEW TWO ROOM JACUZZI SUITE #12

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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OCEAN VIEW DELUXE #11, KING + TWIN | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

OCEAN VIEW DELUXE #11, KING + TWIN

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room #1, Ocean View, Fireplace | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room #1, Ocean View, Fireplace

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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QUEEN PARTIAL VIEW | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

QUEEN PARTIAL VIEW

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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KING PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

KING PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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KING OCEAN VIEW | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

KING OCEAN VIEW

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(138 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Mussel Shoals, a neighborhood in Ventura, Cliff House Inn On The Ocean is in a rural area and on a private beach. Museum of Ventura County and Rubicon Theatre Company are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ventura Harbor and Tee Time. Ventura County Fairgrounds and The Livery Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Ventura travel guide
Map
6602 Old Pacific Coast Hwy, Ventura, CA, 93001

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach
    Carpinteria State Beach
    8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Ventura Harbor
    Ventura Harbor
    20 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    24 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Oil Piers Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Conchita Beach
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Hives
    11 min drive
  • The Spot
    12 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    10 min drive

About this property

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Hotel located in Mussel Shoals
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and beachfront dining. The on-site seafood restaurant, The Shoals Restaurant, features ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast, and pool
Room features
All guestrooms at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cliff House Inn On The Ocean have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cliff House Inn On The Ocean pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Cliff House Inn On The Ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mussel Shoals hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from La Conchita Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Rincon Beach Park. Oil Piers Beach and Rincon Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 638 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay here! Amazing view from our room. Staff was nice & the food from the hotel restaurant was solid!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

The location and view is beautiful, the bed was difficult to sleep on. Very clean environment and restaurant service and food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most amazing time. The continental breakfast was so yummy, the pool was pristine and your staff super friendly. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free continental breakfast was nice. Parking was safe and easy. Restaurant was yummy. Staff was great and the views were spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ambiance. Very Quiet. Perfect for solos or couples. Reading and relaxing at the poolside was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an awesome restaurant right on property and all staff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting was charming & captivated your heart. It was wonderful falling to sleep with the ocean rhythms. The staff, cleanliness and indoor & outdoor environment met our expectations. As a side note, we were amazed the freeway entrance was so near the Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and very kind staff. I was not able to eat solid food and the chefs were willing to blend the soup for me. I really appreciate it. We had a great time there. Thank you so much again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my 3 night stay here, which included my birthday. Everything from the pool, the ocean view, the restaurant, the staff, and the beach access was all great! I will be returning! This is now one of my new favorite getaways.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place we almost don’t want to tell anyone about it! I do wish they had a hot tub though so that when visiting and the weather happens to run fresh there would still be an amenity to enjoy. It would also be nice if they offered a burger or something a bit more chill on the dinner menu too so that if you’re staying more than one night you don’t get bored of the same seafood fancy food! Like, we love fancy food, but sometimes you just want a burger 😂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to just chill and enjoy the weekend without having to drive anywhere. The views are incredible, the rooms are quaint and clean and the restaurant that's right in the hotel serves delicious food. Staff was pleasant and always helpful. We'd go back there in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the view and restaurant at Cliffside. Our room was also clean and adequate for a building of its age. We have no complaints. Staying at Cliffside was one of the highlights of our trip doing the PCH.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with a view and a spectacular sunset....along with non-stop freeway noise. Everything else is very retro, which is great, but the staff seemed overworked and a bit gruff. Food is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing ocean front hotel for a minimal price. Enjoy the ocean sunset with a glass of wine. Keep your window open for an ocean breeze and the soft crashing waves. And enjoy a seafood/steak dinner at their little restaurant. Charming rooms and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

KA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Great staff, had dinner at their restaurant and it was delicious! Property is old and it feels like a motel 6. The rooms have thin walls and the bed was hard as a rock for my taste. Place was clean. That being said, you can’t beat the price and it’s so lovely and secluded. Will def come back again for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First, all rooms have a beach view. It’s truely amazing and on two of three days we saw Dolphins swimming. We did not walk the nearby beach and we read about the “no northbound exit” beforehand. It didn’t bother us one bit. The view, the staff and the caretakers were amazing and did everything to make our stay awesome. They had recommendations, extra towels, drinks even though the restaurant was closed. Rooms were clean and the property was taken care off. We wanted to be at the beach and that’s exactly where we were. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Alecia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful grounds and location ….funky out of the way place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cliff house is an aging beauty. Clean, but dated, rooms. Ocean front, nice pool, (could be heated a few more degrees), friendly staff. Restaurant was excellent. I need coffee before 7:30, just setting up coffee service in the lobby would be great. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very nice, had all the necessities. The view was AMAZING.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff Clean room with outstanding view and sounds of the ocean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My ocean view room was excellent except the shower was kind of small. The staff was great! Very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness
Room and staff were nice, the pool is unheated and the restaurant is nice but pricey
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayane

Liked: Cleanliness
Have stayed here many times and every time it’s more amazing than the previous. Spectacular views, delicious dinner and wonderful ocean view rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being so close to the ocean! Heard waves crashing all night, it was so soothing. Hotel room was clean but bathroom was dated.
Beautiful biew
Pool looked inviting but weather was a bit nippy. :-(
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, great staff Very nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025