Westside Travel Guide
Ventura
Popular places to visit
Ventura Harbor
Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.
Ventura Pier
Enjoy seafood or tacos at the foot of this pier and wander along its old wooden planks for panoramic views of the Channel Islands.
Ventura City Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ventura City Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Emma Wood State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Emma Wood State Beach during your travels in Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
San Buenaventura Mission
San Buenaventura Mission is just one of the places to see in Ventura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Rincon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rincon Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop
Top hotels in Westside
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Good Nite Inn Camarillo
Rooms were clean and parking was easy to find. Pool was small and the beds were uncomfortable. I wont return due to the beds being uncomfortable to sleep on.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Ojai Valley Inn
The property was pretty. However it was not as expected. My husband also got food poisoning on the first day we arrived. Had in room dining and dinner at the Ollevilla, after that he ended up back in the room in the bathroom all night. It was our anniversary and it was a horrible experience.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Worst setup inside no proper towels booked for 5 people hotel was for just 4 people’s
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Continental breakfast was great
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. We were on the ocean side of building so freeway noise was very noticeable. The room was advertised as having a balcony. Don’t bother. It was an enclosed “nook” but hardly usable. The breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Downtown Ventura
While visiting Downtown Ventura, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura City Hall and Ventura Botanical Gardens.
Midtown
Though Midtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor.
Pierpont Bay
If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ventura Harbor Village
If you're spending some time in Ventura Harbor Village, Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Montalvo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montalvo and surrounding area, you can visit Golf N' Stuff and Ventura Harbor.
East End
While East End isn't home to many top sights, Golf N' Stuff and Olivas Adobe Historical Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
