I had seen a bunch of reviews before booking the stay - I am glad that I went anyways - the place is under repair, so it is upgrading all the time. The room, bed, shower, supplies was all fine. What a beautiful sunset - close to the beach, even though it's closed at this time, had to go pass the pier to get to the beach. No trouble getting around, found a great restaurant and a super laundromat near by. Spent 6 nights, so I got a good chance to see the place in operation, 101 is very close and kind of loud, but did not bother my wife or myself, We slept fine. My wife, who works from home, brought her work on the trip and was able to work at the pool. Very nice.

The breakfast was lacking in extras, but had enough food to make people happy. This is a side comment. I spent a number of years selling commercial pest control, so I know what I am talking about. Whoever is doing the service, don't know what they are doing. The bait stations are way over done, not placed in the right spots, and don;t present the cleanest places, Oh! this place has rats, not good to see. I would have sold them bait stations that look like stones, Fit in landscaping without people suspecting anything. They look like part of the landscaping.

Liked my patio overlooking the pool, bed was very comfortable, nice size TV, great location, walking distance to beach and fair. Complimentary breakfast. Quick response to change out trash cans and towel service.

My bathroom was small, no where to place toiletries/cosmetics, body towels too small and thin, no hair conditioner, rooms had various upgrades (ceiling fan, fireplace, table, air conditioning unit), the $10 daily self-parking fee that didn't exist last year when we stayed there (junk fee). Since the pandemic there is now no daily room service without staying more than 3 days ( we stayed 4 nights and chose not to have room cleaned, just fresh towels and trash service), I don't think this is fair given that rates have increased and should include daily room service. Isn't that part of my daily rate fee, (includes daily room service)?

The room was comfortable. We had a ground floor room with a small patio. Big sliding glass door that opened out to patio and walkway - although we faced the freeway so a bit noisy but it became "white noise" that didn't bother us. There was a free breakfast included but we did not participate in it so can't tell you if it was good or bad.

We didn't seem to get much information or "directions" at time of check in. We were told there was a daily breakfast but not told where it was located. Was not told where ice machines were; had to find and follow the signs. Just a little more "general information" at check in would be helpful - especially for us old, "forgetful" folks!!

The cottage was very nice and cozy. Loved that it was far enough away that there was no freeway noise, unlike all the other regular rooms on property. The hot tub in room was so relaxing. The bed was comfortable. The landscaping along path to cottage was appealing. The free breakfast was good. I liked the sausage, bacon, and choices of toast. Hash brown cubes should be avoided! Location is good for taking a walk along beach bike path and visiting Ventura Pier. Overall worth the extra price for cottage.

It was communicated that the pool was heated. I was not, and there is no outdoor hot tub. The property and grounds are very outdated and several areas are in semi demolished state. Pretty much any other rooms you stay in other than the 2 cottages will have constant freeway noise. (Although they are probably quite a bit cheaper).

Rooms were nice and roomy, and the grounds (plantings) are beautiful. Great proximity to attractions and restaurants. Beds are comfy and fireplace in room was great. Bed was comfy.

The breakfast was terrible. Only high sugar cereals, awful tasting eggs, nothing special or interesting. Nothing healthy -- no hard boiled eggs, no yogurt, unripe fresh fruit -- only apples and oranges. Some guests actually like whole grains, and healthy breakfasts! For the high price of staying at this historic place I was extremely disappointed. If you have a room facing west (pretty) the traffic from the highway is noisy, but this can't be helped as the traffic came after hotel was built.

The bed was very comfortable and having a refrigerator and microwave was perfect for the meal prep meals I had. Furthermore, you are really close to Downtown Ventura and right across the street from the beach and the board walk to go running on. madewest brewing is just up the street as well on the pier with a killer taco stand.

It was a bit noisy being right next to the freeway. But I was on the end room, and the bedroom wasn’t as bad. Breakfast wasn’t available the day I was there but it was available the next day. I did see some homeless running around nearby.

The staff is always friendly and they get you into your room quickly. The location is superb. They cut the hedges to look like you are right on the beach as you look to the water. The new building is sooooo nice. It feels like a newly renovated hotel in Las Vegas.

The older non renovated buildings start to make you question the price point versus other locations in the area. If I could be on the newer side then I would have kept booking her. Yet the last 3 times I was in the older building and for the price it was not worth it to me.

The beds were super cozy, not too loud inside the room, as your right off of the freeway. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in this area. Beautiful grounds that had many Places to take great pictures of the ocean and just the surroundings of the hotel.. It is decorated so cute.. The the front desk attendance were absolutely wonderful. To work with. Responses to any request made. We're done Very quickly. Couldn't Have picked a better place so close to the beach and so nice. Definitely going back there anytime, I'm in The area.

The only thing I did not like was the bathroom was not entirely clean, it had nasty spots on it Upon arrival. Then on day to we had five pretty big black spiders in the bathroom, and a few in the room next to the beds.. They never did bother us. It was just creepy that they were there.. Other than that, absolutely no compliance. This is a wonderful choice for a motel in the area.

Love the Historic feel, like "old money". Beautiful grounds and great beds! Room was clean and has been updated nicely. I have been staying here since I was child.

Remodeling is still going on and has been for over a year. Charging for parking for guests that are already paying for a room is a trend that is unpopular and feels like gouging. It's basically a trade; you get a free breakfast but pay to park.

Location was perfect for the rate, breakfast was much better than your your average continental breakfast, bed was very comfy.

Pet hair was sstuck to the carpet and ended up sticking to our socks, which ended up in the bed. The carpet seemed like the type where it would be impossible to completely clean with just a vacuum, so I get it. But maybe a more pet hair friendly carpet next time you renovate.