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Ventura Travel Information

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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Ventura Beach Marriott | Beach Close Ventura Vacations

Ventura Beach Marriott
2055 East Harbor Boulevard
Ventura, CA 93001

3 Star

Property Description

Experience the true California spirit of Ventura Beach and the gracious hospitality and inviting accommodations of the Ventura Beach Marriott. With uncrowded beaches, harbor cruises, whale watching, culture, intriguing history, festive shops and many dining and entertainment options all nearby, guests will have endless fun discovering Ventura County. Ideal year-round weather allows visitors to explore the sites, connect with nature or simply relax in our heated outdoor pool located in a lush, tropical setting. Delight in the flavor of Baja Coastal Cuisine at our Cafe Pacifico restaurant or loosen up in the Lounge offering trendy spirits and an extensive wine list highlighting local vineyards; or unwind in one of our Ventura, California hotel's 285 spacious guestrooms that feature luxurious Marriott bedding. Located an hour north of Los Angeles and 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara, the Ventura Beach Marriott gives way to a classic Southern California beach town with all the services and amenities you expect.

Exterior

Amenities · Air Conditioned
· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· ATM/Cash Machine
· Barber Shop
· Beach
· Barber/Beauty Shop
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· Business Center
· Coffee Maker in Room
· Concierge Desk
· Connecting Rooms
· Cordless Phone
· Cribs Available
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Drugstore
· Elevators
· Express Check In
· Express Checkout
· FAX
· Florist
· Golf
· Grab Bars in Bathroom
· Exercise Gym
· Hairdryers Available
· Health Club
· Horseback Riding
· Ice Machine
· High speed internet access
· Internet Access – TV
· Wireless Internet Access
· Iron
· Ironing Board
· Jogging Track
· Childrens Activities
· Guest Laundromat
· Lounge
· Maid Service
· Microwave
· Microwave
· In Room Movies
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· Multi-line Phone
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Free Newspaper
· News Stand
· Pets Allowed
· Phone with speaker
· Picnic Area/Tables
· Pool
· Outdoor Pool
· Parking
· Outdoor Parking
· Valet Parking
· Private Bathroom
· Radio
· Restaurant
· Rollaway Beds
· Room Service
· Safe Deposit Box
· Sailing
· Secretarial Service
· Snorkeling
· Sofa Bed
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Telephone
· Tennis
· Temperature Control
· Turndown Service
· TV
· Television with Cable
· TV Remote Control
· Laundry/Valet Services
· Voicemail
· Wake-up Service
· Wedding Services
· Water Skiing

Hotel Room Information and Amenities

The amenities listed in this description represent a sample of amenities available in some or all guest rooms in this hotel

Miscellaneous Information

· Check in time is 3:00 PM
· Check out time is 12:00 PM
· 270 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 4 floors.

Directions

Suburban - Location Type: Suburban

Santa Barbara, (SBA), 30.00, SE, Mile; Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena, (BUR), 60.00, SE, Mile; Los Angeles, (LAX), 70.00, N, Mile

Restaurant Information

Caf? Pacifico

A "Real California" dining experience is closer than you think. Caf? Pacifico features fresh California cuisine with a coastal influence in a relaxed atmosphere.

Watermark Eric Ericsson's

On the Ventura Pier

Jonathan's Greek at the Harbor Restaurant Brooks Restaurant

Contempory American Cuisine

Cafe Fiore

Traditional Rustic Italian with a Southern Flair

Casa De Soria O-Sabi Cafe Zack

Area Attractions

Seaside Park Jim Hall Kart Racing School Rubicon Theatre Company Seaside Park San Buenaventura Mission Albinger Archaeological Museum Ronald Reagan Presidential Library US Navy Seabee Historical Foundation & Museum Amtrak University of California Santa Barbara Ventura Beach Family Adventure Tours Beach Tours and Events Ventura Beach Events Personal Tours Ltd. Condor Cruises of Santa Barbara Island Packers Channel Islands National Park Ventura Aquatics Center Jim Hall Kart Racing Pacific View Mall Seaside Park San Buenaventura State Beach Camarillo Premium Outlets Ventura Harbor Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Fillmore and Western Railway Olivas Adobe Ventura Visitor's and Convention Bureau California State University Channel Islands Ventura College University of California Santa Barbara Downtown Ventura Camarillo Premium Outlets Pacific View Mall Ventura Downtown Ventura Proctor and Gamble Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC Pt. Mugu) Northrop Grumman Patagonia Port of Hueneme Oxnard Harbor District Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC - Port Hueneme) Rubicon Theatre Northrop Grumman

Meeting Facility

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Ventura Hotel Chains

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