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Ventura Pier and Beach

Ventura, named in Spanish as good fortune, is a beautiful seaside city with spectacular beaches and beach hotels such as Crowne Plaza Hotel Ventura Beach and Four Points by Sheraton in the Ventura Harbor. While some are captured by the historic charm of Pierpont hotel, sitting atop a hill overlooking the bay, others opt for Ventura's affordable accommodations when attending concerts, plays, weddings and special events. We like to go to Ventura for overnight and weekend escapes for two reasons. It is close to Los Angeles, and its cultural offerings and cuisine make this beach city a true escape from the rat race.

Booking a hotel room and getting settled in, then you begin to contemplate the countless options for dining. One that I never tire of is the Greek at the Harbor, billed as Ventura's only waterfront restaurant. The views of the boats in the harbor are restfull, but the action inside the place sizzles. Many nights you'll see the handsome Greek gents do some fancy tricks balancing wine glasses on their heads while they dance. Bellydancers often make an appearance as well. The entertainment is fun, but I go for the food. Though it is huge, the Family Style Five Course Lunch offers everything you miss if you don't live near a quality Greek restaurant such as this. Cold Sampler (six cold dips) with pita, flaming Saganaki cheese, Greek Salad, Calamari, Chicken Kebobs on rice, Lamb Chops on Macedonia Garlic Pasta, and more food means you'll be taking some back to the hotel. After getting my fill of Greek, I always like to stop by and get a soda and home cooking at the Busy Bee Cafe, a roll back to the 60's with red checkered accents and vinyl booths, a cafe counter, and jukebox tunes. Then there's J's Tapas and rose infused martinis. There are many more options for dining, so don't be shy about getting out of your love nest and exploring when you stay in Ventura.

For outdoor activities and sports, you can surf, swim, and take a trip the Channel Islands. Just off shore of the Ventura harbor within view, and an hour by boat, you'll see a series of islands called the Channel Islands. Each island is a gem to visit and enjoy for its rugged, natural state. The day trips are booked through islandpackers.com, and offer a chance to see several of the rustic islands. If you don't like bugs, stay away from Anacapa. There are lots of small bugs that land on you, and you have to keep moving.

In town and dressed to kill, attend a performing arts event such as a concert or play. Cultural and city endeavors include an impressive art scene with cutting edge art from locals who find inspiration near the sea. Even at the Ventura Mission you'll find the Spanish style architecture and touches offer a unique, artistic look at the past, which can also be evidenced in the Ventura Court House. This is where the famed writer of mystery novels got inspiration. You can almost feel it as you wander the halls of the pristine, well-preserved building. Beware of the parking meter cops, however! Parking meters that abound run out, and you'll have a ticket it less than 10 minutes. The city is extremely agressive in its ticketing efforts, or at least it was on my visit. You don't feel like such good fortunue after you're issued a fine of over $30 for letting time slip as you spend your money in town. That's just the down side of a perfect trip for those who don't pay attention.

It's hard not to fall under the spell of this charming, alluring city of good fortune. Once you visit you'll discover a little bit of cosmopolitan L.A., combined with the country ways. Business leaders, celebrities and vacationers come to Ventura to slow down a bit, to sample boutique wines, enjoy the gourmet or mom & pop diners, and to enjoy all of it to the backdrop of the Pacific.

In addition to beautiful beaches, surfing, the famed Yellow Umbrellas you can rent on the sand in the summer, the Ventura pier with is laid back style and great restaurant offers the true flavor of a local hangout. Surfboards hang on walls that measure time by the tides. Seafood dining downstairs and a mellow bar that still serves drink specials such as mai tais with sunset views, make for a great way to unwind from a hard day of sunbathing.

If you zip by on Highway 101 and don't stop in Ventura, you're missing so much!
 
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Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Ventura | Beach Close Ventura Vacations

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Ventura
298 CHESTNUT STREET
Ventura, CA 93001

3 Star


Property Description

The Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Ventura is located on scenic Highway 101 in the heart of beautiful Ventura. The hotel offers well appointed oversized guest rooms some with Fireplace, an outdoor heated pool and spa. A Footbridge takes guests to the Beach and Shopping, Restaurants and Theaters are all nearby. A Complimentary Hot Breakfast is served every morning including Make Your Own Waffles and other Breakfast favorites. Welcome to Ventura!

Country Inn & Suites Ventura - Exterior



Amenities · Adjoining Rooms
· Air Conditioned
· Balcony
· Beach
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· Coffee Maker in Room
· Complimentary Continental Breakfast
· Connecting Rooms
· Copy Service
· Cribs Available
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Elevators
· Express Checkout
· FEMA Approved
· Fire Alarm with Light
· Golf
· Grab Bars in Bathroom
· Hairdryers Available
· Ice Machine
· Internet Access – Complimentary
· High speed internet access
· Iron
· Ironing Board
· Jacuzzi
· Modem in Room
· Microwave
· Microwave
· Multilingual
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Free Newspaper
· Pool
· Heated Pool
· Outdoor Pool
· Bus Parking
· Indoor Parking
· Outdoor Parking
· Recreational Vehicle Parking
· Refrigerator
· Rollaway Beds
· Safe
· Security
· Shops/Commercial Services
· Smoke Detectors
· Sprinklers In Rooms
· Tennis
· Outdoor Tennis
· Terrace
· Television with Cable
· Laundry/Valet Services
· Vending Machines
· Wake-up Service
· Wheel Chair Access


Miscellaneous Information

· Check in time is 3:00 PM
· Check out time is 12:00 PM
· Time Zone is PST
· 120 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 3 floors.




Directions

Take Fifth Street to Harbox Blvd. Turn right on California Street. Then right on Thompson Blvd. Turn right on Chestnut Street. Hotel is on the left.

Merge onto I-405. Take Us-101 Ramp towards Ventura/Los Angeles. Merge onto US-101 Ramp. Merge onto US-101 Norht Ramp. Merge onto US-101 North. US-101 becomes US-101 N/CA-23 N. Stay straight to go onto US-101 North. Take the California Street Exit. Turn Right onto South California Street. Turn Right onto East Thompson Blvd.

Take the US-101 Norht Ramp towards Ventura. Merge onto US-101 North. US-101 North becomes US-101 N/CA-23 N. Stay straight to go onto US-101 North. Take the California Street exit. Turn Right onto South California Street. Turn Right onto East Thompson Blvd.

Beach - This hotel is located near the beach., Downtown - This hotel is located near downtown.

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Guarantee Policy

Guarantee: 07Feb2010 to 07Feb2015 - Guarantee may be required; check rate rules.


Cancellation Policy

Cancel before 6:00 PM of arrival day. Cancellation penalty is 1 nights not including tax. Cancellation policies vary based on day of arrival. When making reservations please read the rate rules given immediately after selecting a specific rate. Polici


Restaurant Information

Barefoot Bistro

2 Blocks North

Busy Bee Cafe

4 Blocks -5 minutes

Carrows

1 mile -10 minutes -North

Chart House

4 blocks -5 minutes

Complimentary Breakfast

Located in Lobby -Full breakfast

Erik Ericssons

2 Blocks Located on the Pier.

Pastabilities

3 Blocks -5 minutes

Rosarito

2 Miles -South

The Sportsman

3 Blocks -5 Minutes -North Dress Code: Casual to Formal


Area Attractions

Ventura Pier

No charge historic

Ventura State Beach

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Whale Watching

22.00 USD per person

A.J. Comstock Museum

120 years old

Albiger Museum

No charge

Beach

Ventura Beach

Channel Island National Park

Boating

Derby Club Racing

Historic

Magic Mountain

Amusement Park -Cost 36.00 USD per person.

Mission Gardens

Mission gardens no charge

Mitchell Block

No charge historic.

Norton Ranch House

Historic

Peirano's Market

Historic Site

Plaza Park

No Charge.

Promenade

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San Buena Ventura Mission

No charge

Santa Barbara

City of Santa Barbara

Traveiler

Public Art Work

VTA Co Historical Museum

No charge

Ventura County Fair

14 days in Aug

Ventura Harbor

Boats



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Four Points by Sheraton
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Hotels in Cities Near Ventura

Oxnard
Ventura


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