The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

2.0 star property
Waterfront motel in Ventura with free breakfast

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House
Front of property
House
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1059 South Seaward Avenue, Ventura, CA, 93001
  • Place, Ventura City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ventura Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ventura Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Spa)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

House

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse, Full Kitchen, Patio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Ventura

At The Shores Inn and Beach Houses you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Ventura City Beach and within 15 minutes of San Buenaventura State Beach. Highlights at this motel include free weekend breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-out. Free continental breakfast is available at weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Near this Pierpont Bay motel, you'll find Ventura Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Ventura City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ventura Pier - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ventura Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ventura County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ventura City Hall - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Ventura Station - 10 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

Waterfront motel in Ventura with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served on weekends. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Shores Inn and Beach Houses also features concierge services and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ventura motel.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses offers 22 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 15.71

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

Yep, The Shores Inn and Beach Houses has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

Yep, The Shores Inn and Beach Houses is a short 3-minute walk from Ventura City Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Shores Inn and Beach Houses serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is served at weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

No, The Shores Inn and Beach Houses does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Shores Inn and Beach Houses?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses Reviews

6.2

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 187 out of 799 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s was a great stay family and I has fun . But the double charged our cards still waiting for our refund
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Next to beach but needs work

I purchased a room with a jacuzzi but got a room with a spa bath. The shower head didn’t work and the knob to turn cold to warm was very hard to turn, I struggled with it. Pictures online do not look like what was booked. Room was about 500 feet from the beach which was great! No room service, no bath essentials. Just a room that hasn’t been updated at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Porfirio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented two rooms (104 & 220) 1 night. Upon arriving, the manager asked the housekeeping lady on the balcony if room 220 ready? YES she said. (ready for WHAT is what we should have asked) Rm 220: Upon entering room: blonde and red hairs on the mattress. Within the hour we discovered: inoperable shower, dead electrical outlet, faucet leak wets clothes on counter. (My daughter had to come to our room and shower in 104). Rm 104: Dead electrical outlet When we brought up these issues to the manager, since we booked the rooms through Expedia the manager agreed to refund the fee for each room. If you stay here, beware "Ready" room 220.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room smelled like cigarettes the shower didn’t work and extremely dirty. The beds smelled like they were old
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For $184 a night, I expected better. There was trash in the parking lot and there seem to be people that are actually living here. Hanging out smoking cigarettes and drinking coffee in the morning and in the evenings. We wanted to open our window because it was stuffy, but there were no screens and people were right outside the window talking. The hotel staff were nice, and the beds were decent. For the price, I would go a bit more inland and probably get a better stay and value for my money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Always a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photo on Expedia shows the hotel with a beach front which is totally incorrect. It is a worn piece of property several blocks away from the beach. Very deceitful. The dresser and the chairs looked like worn out garage sale items. I refused to sit in the chair. There was a broken door lying in the hallway next to our door. The ceilings were cracked as well as walls. I refused to use the bathroom as the floor was dirty and bath was dirty as well. The bed may have been clean but didn’t want to chance a good nights sleep. There was no refund policy as it passed but I still chose to go to another hotel and had a great experience there. Expedia needs to verify this site and verify reviews
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yolanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much for the fun stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luna the midnight Fox

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location, close to beach and shops staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

2.5 hours after check in, front desk staff knocked on my door to advise there was a mistake. Then wanted to charge me for my service animal an extra $100 after we discussed it upon check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good stay. Location is great. Close to beach and plenty places to eat and drink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

christian

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty sheets were dirty pillows had hair all over them no ac bedroom had no door
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
STAY AWAY. This is a terrible place. The room was filthy and had a strange musty odor. There were black marks on the walls, and the bathroom door looked as though someone had tried to cover dirt with paint. The shower temperature control handle fell off. The kitchenette sink faucet was so corroded that water spouted out the side. The mattress cover had 2-3” round brown stains on it I’m concerned that I have bed bugs now despite the place saying they have a rigorous bed bug prevention protocol. I’ve stayed in some sketchy spots but this takes the award for the worst.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nita, granada Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved loved Everything within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jgaribay**

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
While the hotel itself is in a peaceful and quiet location—just a block from the beach, which was very convenient—my overall experience was disappointing. I had booked a room with a king-size bed, but when I arrived late in the evening, the front desk staff quickly handed me the keys and rushed out, as it was “closing time.” When my partner and I got to the room, we found it was not what I reserved. Instead of the king bed, we were given a room with a queen bed and a shower placed inside a hot tub/jacuzzi setup right next to the bed, with no privacy. My partner has knee and back issues and couldn’t safely access the shower, and we both had trouble sleeping in the smaller bed. It felt like we were just given what was left for the night, which is incredibly frustrating considering we paid in advance for something else. We tried to resolve the issue through Expedia, but the hotel was unreachable, which made the situation worse. I would have appreciated honesty and the opportunity to make a choice when we arrived—rather than being rushed through check-in with no explanation. The location is nice, but the lack of communication and failure to honor the reservation left a bad impression.
This was our “shower”
No smoke alarms
Shower is in that jacuzzi next to bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025