Travel
Flight
SBA vs LAX vs BUR
We recommend flying into Santa Barbara Airport. It’s small, easy to navigate, and about 40 minutes from Ventura. Other options include Los Angeles International Airport (~1–1.5 hours) and Hollywood Burbank Airport (~1 hour). Rideshares from Santa Barbara typically run $50–$80, while trips from LAX or Burbank are closer to $120–$200 depending on traffic. If you’re planning to explore the area, renting a car is the most convenient option—but if you’re staying local, Uber or Lyft should be perfectly sufficient.
Hotel
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
450 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001
Hotel
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
298 South Chestnut Street, Ventura, CA 93001
Hotel
Clocktower Inn Ventura
181 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura, CA 93001
Hotel
Inn On The Beach
1175 South Seaward Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001
Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Ventura Beach
788 South Seaward Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001
For all the days along the way