Title: Downtown Ventura Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Ventura, Ventura Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Ventura](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Ventura-Ventura-Hotels.0-n553248635976007390-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Ventura](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ventura](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Ventura Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Ventura.d553248635976007390.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Ventura Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Ventura.d553248635976007390.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Ventura Travel Guide ## Ventura ![Artist is still working on this piece. Cool without that dump of a car in front of it! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/68a713e5-95a6-48d7-b7a0-ac0bcbce47b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Artist is still working on this piece. Cool without that dump of a car in front of it! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/68a713e5-95a6-48d7-b7a0-ac0bcbce47b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Small town coastal vibe just north of LA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/8af72ac9-fb69-4297-9456-635728f4f7e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Ventura in the evening ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/f7856546-10d0-41c2-b9e4-b0c6ccb2e0de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Junipero Serra statue looking down California Street toward the ocean in Ventura, California, on a winter evening.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/01204f16-e7e7-491a-9732-4f7c05873215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Ventura Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ventura travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura.dx6212) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mission San Buenaventura.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/d2133fd0-5db4-487b-b6ec-981a7d391632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Buenaventura Mission 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 savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Buenaventura-Mission-Downtown-Ventura.d6334659.Attraction) ![Ventura Harbor showing sailing and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134036/f375bd46-3952-444a-b47b-92315fdd910c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ventura Harbor 4.5/5(23 reviews) Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Harbor-Ventura-Harbor-Village.d6134036.Attraction) ![Ventura Beach Pier Southern California Sea American Flag](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983992817/c7cc8364-e960-41c8-b7fb-59c169e715c6.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.co.uk/Ventura-City-Beach-Ventura.d553248635983992817.Attraction) ![Ventura Pier showing general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063443/423a917d-d983-42b1-afe6-bd749c54faa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ventura Pier 4.5/5(22 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Pier-Ventura.d6063443.Attraction) ![🇱🇷 Situated along California's scenic central coast, the City of Ventura was once referred to as the “land of endless summer". There are many uncrowded beaches to discover in this area. • 🏊‍♀️ Like Emma Wood State Beach this area is popular for swimming, surfing, and fishing. It attracts a variety of wildlife on the beach and in the ocean! The beach also offers family camping or RV parking.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/4d5893bd-f4e2-4195-878f-09976df95c54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Emma Wood State Beach 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Emma-Wood-State-Beach-Ventura.d553248621532639649.Attraction) ![a stunning panoramic shot of the vast blue ocean at the beach with smooth silky brown sand and rocks along the beach at sunset with powerful clouds at Rincon Beach in Ventura County California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983992725/2b1bbf4b-d0b3-4466-801b-9c49c52d2b65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rincon Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rincon Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rincon-Beach-Ventura.d553248635983992725.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 £64 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) £87 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfing-lesson-in-santa-barbara-4-hours.a1389448.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1391692/fc6bb7e9-adfd-4f12-95fc-f66950e46e9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours) £65 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfing-lesson-in-santa-barbara-2-hours.a1391692.activity-details) [See all activities in Ventura](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ventura.d6212.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Ventura ![Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41300/41240/26a32bce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel 298 S Chestnut St Ventura CA £119 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,792 reviews) room spotless! One guy at desk, pleasant outgoing courteous. Other guy at desk, could be bothered. Won't even look at you after you say good afternoon. When my son checked in 3 hours after me, he asked me if the guy at the front desk was an ass, and I told him, yep. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=41240&PinnedHotelID=41240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) ![Clocktower Inn Ventura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528235/5b03e305_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clocktower Inn Ventura 181 E Santa Clara St Ventura CA £89 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,087 reviews) Clean and comfortable room. Great location to downtown Ventura and heach. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=528235&PinnedHotelID=528235&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) ![Best Western at Ventura Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5600/5556/af579fa6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western at Ventura Pier 708 E Thompson Blvd Ventura CA £113 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Clean room, comfortable beds, friendly staff, clean property. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=5556&PinnedHotelID=5556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) ![Travelers Beach Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42000/41956/da476038_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Travelers Beach Inn 929 E. Thompson Blvd. Ventura CA £46 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ventura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rubicon Theatre Company and Ventura Pier are located ... 5/10 (1,006 reviews) Equipe muito atenciosa . Eu gostei! Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=41956&PinnedHotelID=41956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) ![Hotel San Buena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100890000/100884200/100884101/beac7fd7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel San Buena 11 S Ash St Ventura CA £227 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 beach bars and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Cinemark Century Ventura Downtown 10 and Rubicon ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews) Lovely hotel, I’ve stayed many times. The staff is wonderful, the coffee set up in the morning is perfect, the nightly turn down service includes a delicious treat (often fresh baked cookies still warm) and the rooms are large and beautiful. Very conveniently walking distance to all the restaurants. ... Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=100884101&PinnedHotelID=100884101&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) ![Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8121400/8121350/742ab595_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown 350 East Thompson Blvd Ventura CA £70 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ventura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews) Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Dated and older but fairly well maintained. Almost walking distance from the fairgrounds. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=8121350&PinnedHotelID=8121350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007390) [See all 1,066 properties in Downtown Ventura](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007390) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Ventura hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007390&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ventura ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside Westside might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Hall and Ventura County Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Westside.dx872091320571822080) ![This is the Ventura Pier at sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482348/892bb8fa-1a9c-4166-ae46-44ddeb4c66a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pierpont Bay 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Pierpont-Bay.dx553248635976482348) ![Ventura California. Beach Pier. Aerial scenic Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872095528901570560/67fee861-9614-4d0d-ae1d-8f52d6b1cbeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Midtown.dx872095528901570560) ![The inlet to the harbor becomes a spectacular scene at dusk.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/23dad392-22ea-4068-bab7-2da4f1acb588.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ventura Harbor Village If you're spending some time in Ventura Harbor Village, Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Ventura-Harbor-Village.dx902325483254153216) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Montalvo If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montalvo and surrounding area, you can visit Ventura Harbor and Ventura City Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventura-Montalvo.dx553248635976471649) ![Beautiful morning scenery, with sunshine and reflections, palm trees, morning mist, on the Santa Barbara waterfront in California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872093025795461120/9ed2592a-1cf9-426e-aa2b-c4f85718a9e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East End While East End isn't home to many top sights, Olivas Adobe Historical Park and Bowlero Oxnard are some notable places to visit nearby. 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