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The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

2.0 star property
Waterfront motel within easy reach of Ventura Harbor

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Beach House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Beach House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Beach nearby
Front of property

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Spa)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 383 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Studio

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Beach House

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
  • 2000 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Futon

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Penthouse, Full Kitchen, Patio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 450 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1059 South Seaward Avenue, Ventura, CA, 93001

What's nearby

  • Ventura City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Buenaventura Mission - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ventura Pier - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ventura Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ventura County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 15 min drive
  • Santa Paula, CA (SZP) - 15 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 91 min drive
  • Ventura Station - 10 min drive
  • Camarillo Station - 15 min drive
  • Oxnard Transit Center - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses puts you just a 5-minute drive from Ventura Harbor. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 22 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
  • The property charges USD 15.71 for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast on weekend mornings 7:30 AM–10:30 AM

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Wet bar
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 15.71

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Shores Beach Houses Ventura
Shores Inn
Shores Inn & Beach Houses
Shores Inn & Beach Houses Ventura
Shores Inn Beach Houses Ventura
Shores Inn Beach Houses
The Shores Inn Beach Houses
The Shores And Houses Ventura
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses Motel
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses Ventura
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Shores Inn and Beach Houses offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Shores Inn and Beach Houses does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, kayaking, and scuba diving.
Does The Shores Inn and Beach Houses have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around The Shores Inn and Beach Houses like?
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses is a short 3-minute walk from Ventura City Beach and 10 minutes' walk from San Buenaventura State Beach.

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Surprise resort fees and a weekly type vibe. Bad
I always make sure all taxes and fees included when I book on this site, but then when I got to this particular seedy motel, no one was there and had to call a number and wait 10 or so minutes, no biggy. But checking in I'm blindsided they're trying to charge me $35 a night resort fee. I argued and argued and brought up the new California law and showed my emailed and proved it I had all taxes and fees included, then had them promise me they weren't going to charge because they needed a credit card on file for incidentals. And they promised then after I checked out, they charged me those resort fees anyways. This hotel is also a weekly, people living there type vibe, bbq'ing out front, and working on cars. The toilet in my room had a strong sewer smell. Bed very uncomfortable and I sank in holes, like way too old or too soft. No cable channels as I was looking forward watching football. Loud doors. Two blocks away from the ocean. I would not stay here again, especially after this ordeal.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

You get what you pay for.
It was a decent spot but it has been run down. Not bad if you’re just getting some rest and a shower. Beds were okay. Linens were clean. Also was not beach front as shown in photos.
Calvin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Susan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Utpal, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tina, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute beach stay!!! Staff was super nice !!!
Taryn, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The price difference!
Raishawn, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Marissa, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very Good

The location is the best part. Shower did not work well and microwave broken. It s clean.
Leslie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is a nice motel. The staff is friendly and the location is great. The room we stayed in needed updating, but I noticed other ground fllor rooms were already updated. I woul suggest paying for a nicer room. We had a good stay and will return.
Juliann, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Warning, Dirty Hotel.
This hotel is very old and very dirty. The help are friendly but dealing with lots of complaints and responded in befuddled, unhelpful ways. There is an agreement clause that needs to be signed upon check-in that has a disclaimer about bedbugs. Yuck!!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Close to the beach
susan, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It perfect cuz it’s right by the beach but not the most pleasing of looks gets the job done if ur in town for a couple nights tho
Nicolle, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Agustin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Our stay at the Shores Inn Motel & Beach Houses was a disappointment. The pictures online are very deceiving. They show only the beach house photos, and nothing of the actual Shores Inn Motel. Their website did not allow for selection of the beach houses. The staff did everything they could to accommodate with what they had to work with. Our first room was extremely humid. The ceiling in the bathroom had started to bubble from what I presume to be a leak from the unit above. It was impossible to take a shower because the bathtub didn’t drain and the toilet flushing filled up the bathtub. Water also leaked out at the base of the toilet from the back. We tried to switch rooms, but the new room had an unpleasant odor. We tried to suck it up, but then the whole curtain rod collapsed with the curtains when we tried to close them. The staff on site tried to do everything they could to accommodate by bringing another curtain rod, but they were not provided with adequate supplies and the only thing they were able to bring was a fragile, improperly secured unit that was missing parts. At this point we had decided not to stay our remaining night here, and we just drove home.
Asiya, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Everything was nice just the wi-Fi and that that was always doing not Stable beds And not enough towels everything else was perfect
sarah, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A bit run down. There is no AC and to get fresh air into the room you have to have the windows open which look directly out to where everyone is walking and anyone can see in. They provide fans but we had to go buy another more powerful one to really get some airflow. The water pressure was substandard. However, the staff was very helpful and friendly and the location was really why we stayed there. We really liked that the had a mini fridge
JOELLE, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Our room had a king bed which was thankfully comfortable. The only plus. A kitchenette that had full fridge microwave broken drawers and a cupboard with a small coffee brewer no cups. The window coverings had holes there was no smoke detector it was ripped down. A lamp was on a portable heater and dangling cords from lamp and tv, no closet or dresser not one drawer. Bath had no towel bars or TP holder and smelled like sewer. It definitely wasn’t worth what they charge. And the website has pics of beach front rooms THEY ARE NOT BEACH FRONT. The front desk gal was very friendly the only reason we really stayed
Laurie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Kely, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Marina, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

George, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Don't come!!! I'm arrive at property at 12 AM and nobody is there to give me the key to get into the room so we had to go to another hotel to spend the night and then the next morning I got a video on a text telling me what the key is The next morning and then when I get in the room is Stinky and no AC and Dirty And I was trying to talk with somebody and nobody Answer the phone so I decide to leave that terrible hotel and when I leave Jenifer, call me All MAD Because I leave And she Said To Me she had all My Information To Expose My Self So Im Going To Sue The Property They Keep All Money and We Don't Sleep One single Night There This Place is HORRIBLE and Costumer service Is The Worst I was Travel to Have A Good Time From Texas They Ruin my Vacay
Yolanda Z, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
King, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This is not on the beach!
The listing shows beach access, it was about a 5 minute walk to the beach, there was no air conditioning in the rooms, and the room was not kept up, there was duct tape holding the carpet together and the paneling on the bath tub was falling off
Kayla, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No air conditioner. Terrible customer service. I didn't stay there.
Elizabeth K, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Great location, missing some basic amenities (no air conditioning, phone, blow dryer) but overall I would recommend the price."
Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM