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Ventura Beach Marriott

Ventura Beach Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"Close to the beach. Very beautiful property."
Debbie 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Ventura Beach Marriott
The Pierpont Inn

The Pierpont Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location."
Pearl 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Pierpont Inn
Clocktower Inn Ventura

Clocktower Inn Ventura

10/10 Excellent
"Can’t say enough good things about this place. I just loved it, and loved the stay. Staff was enormously helpful and friendly and accommodating,. I didn’t want to leave!"
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor/Oxnard

Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor/Oxnard

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean, bed was comfy, I highly commend the staff they were all professional and phenominal!!!! Very accomodating. I would stay here again in the future. Close to many areas of interest. Hosek"
Loretta 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor/Oxnard
Casa Via Mar Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Casa Via Mar Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, spacious, newly renovated rooms. Friendly staff really enjoyed my stay!!!"
Navpreet 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Casa Via Mar Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

10/10 Excellent
"Close to beach. Lots of restaurants within walking distance friendly staff"
Terry 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ventura by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ventura by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"breakfast is good and coffee"
DAVID 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ventura by IHG

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Cavern Point

Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.
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Potato Harbour

This overlook point with a quirky name is one of the top places to go in California for beautiful views of the coastline and the Channel Islands National Park.
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Pinniped Point

Watch as California sea lions and harbor seals splash through the water and sunbathe at this island overlook point known for its wildlife viewing area.
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Channel Islands National Park

9.0/10 (157 reviews)
Surround yourself with dramatic cliffs, beautiful beaches and fascinating wildlife at this stunning island haven.
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Oxnard State Beach

8.8/10 (233 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oxnard State Beach during your trip to Oxnard?
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Silver Strand Beach

8.8/10 (190 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Silver Strand Beach during your travels in Oxnard?
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Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Channel Islands Maritime Museum

7.4/10 (32 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Channel Islands Maritime Museum during your trip to Oxnard. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smugglers Cove?
Smugglers Cove is located in Santa Barbara. This walkable area is known for its array of wineries and major shopping area. Santa Barbara is home to 1181 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Smugglers Cove?
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 2 bars and a restaurant. You'll find it 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Smugglers Cove. Other good options around the area include Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG and Casa Via Mar Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smugglers Cove, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Smugglers Cove.