Montalvo Travel Guide
Ventura
Popular places to visit

Ventura Harbor
Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.

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 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.

Emma Wood State Beach
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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Top hotels in Montalvo

Victoria Motel
Management is always very polite and friendly.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Ojai Valley Inn
Beautiful grounds
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Palm Garden Hotel
Grounds,room,pool,hot tub all nice and clean.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Clean rooms but construction was an inconvenience
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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

Clocktower Inn Ventura
Clean and comfortable room. Great location to downtown Ventura and heach.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Montalvo

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.

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.

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.

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

Saticoy
Saticoy might not have many top sights, but Sterling Hills Golf Club and Bowlero Oxnard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Ventura
While visiting Downtown Ventura, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura City Hall and Rubicon Theatre Company.

