Close to Ventura Harbor, The Shores Inn and Beach Houses offers a laid-back beach vibe with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Take advantage of express check-out, concierge services, and self parking for an effortless stay. Guests rave about the property's beach locale.
Reviews
6.26.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Concierge services
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Deep soaking bathtub
Premium bedding
Free self parking
Room options
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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Spa)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
36 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Studio
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
36 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Beach House
Highlights
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
186 sq m
3 bedrooms
Beach view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds, 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Futon
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Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
37 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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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
DONE
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
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
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The Shores Inn Beach Houses
The Shores And Houses Ventura
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses Motel
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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 hot 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.
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The Shores Inn and Beach Houses Reviews
Reviews
6.2
Good
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6.2/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
5.2/10
Amenities
5.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Beach
Bed
Service staff
Location
Air conditioning
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bathroom
Shower
Reviews
8/10 Good
Aug 9, 2025
We recommend this place it very close to the beach room are clean and comfortable
Hector
Hector, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
lovely area close to the beach
Brittney
Brittney, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
I like the location, close to beach and shops staff was very nice and helpful.
Luna the midnight Fox
Luna the midnight Fox, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 16, 2025
Thank you so much for the fun stay!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
I loved that is was close to the beech. Staff was super friendly. Only complaint was no AC, got warm when the windows were closed.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Always a great time
Angie
Angie, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 6, 2025
Noisy and partying late.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
The bbqer
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 2, 2025
Friendly staff and good location.
Shayping
Shayping, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 27, 2025
When I checked in the attendant stated the advertisement was one of their other locations
Dirty room, office was open however you could barely find anyone there
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 7, 2025
Loved loved Everything within walking distance
Nita
Nita, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
There was a dog barking the first night. For hours. Im not sure if it was in the hotel or not but it kept us up.
Everything else was great
Annastaisa
Annastaisa, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 16, 2025
The beds weren't firm enough. Other than that, everything was great.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 14, 2025
Great little hotel!
This was my 3rd time staying here for the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon. Great staff and conveniently located near finish line area.
Clarence
Clarence, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jun 27, 2025
Staff was excellent!!!! Property very very run down dirty old and needs a definite upgrade. The outside was very cluttered and not maintained full of old garbage. Location was great. But needs change, And up keep and upgrading. Would not recommend and would not stay again. Again staff excellent!!!!!!!!!!
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 25, 2025
This was the quest hotel we've ever stayed out. No towels, no toilet paper, they weren't even going to give us a key card because they didn't have any. They had to go find a random one to give us. Nothing worked, everything was dirty and gross. Tub was worthless. No coffee just a dirty gross coffee pot.
Angie
Angie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 23, 2025
Lovely vintage motel by the beach within walking distance to different dining options. Motel was clean, staff kind & courteous. Loved the fluffy pillows and soft bedding. Pleased with our stay. Would definitely come back.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 7, 2025
Right by the beach, which was great. Wish the bars around it were open later lol
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
May 10, 2025
The pictures are for the beach houses, probably. Definitely not the Inn.
Carolina
Carolina, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 6, 2025
Light breakfast
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jun 8, 2025
Room was dirty sheets were dirty pillows had hair all over them no ac bedroom had no door
christian
christian, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 14, 2025
Location is good. Property is bad. Nothing for guests to break because almost everything is very broken.
Weiai
Weiai, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jun 16, 2025
The hotel has not been updated in years. Towels old and bare not matching. Tv internet spotty always buffering. Ice machine broken and window screen torn. Soap was tiny and didn’t lather up. Only good thing was the lady working in the office she was nice and helpful.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jun 21, 2025
I was charged an additional twenty for booking through Expedia. The property managers child was yelling down the hall until midnight when the power went out for the third time. And they finally decided to leave the breaker off which meant no fan or lights. I had to use my phone flashlight in the restroom and shower. Plus it was hot and I sweat all night. Don't stay here, it's not worth it.
andrew
andrew, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
May 11, 2025
Not what was advertised on the internet. Photo was not even close to what the room was like. Front desk staff was great. Room and overall site was questionable. A lot of transients in the property. Wife did not feel safe.