| breakfast and covered parking are complimentary. suites add whirlpool tubs. set in a mission-style building surrounded by palm trees, this low-key, neon-lit motel is less than a mile from the ventura freeway and 2 miles from san buenaventura state beach. accessed via exterior corridors, the old-school rooms feature straightforward furnishings, and offer free wi-fi, cable tv and kitchenettes. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Los Angeles International Airport 1 hr 10
The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park (12 min) Museum of Ventura County (9 min)
Celebrated regional museum provides cultural artwork & history exhibits, plus educational programs. Lake Casitas (58 min)
Established in 1959, this man-made lake is a popular setting for fishing, rowing, boating & camping. Ojai Valley (27 min)
Scenic area known for its lavender fields, arty shops & luxury wellbeing spas, plus hiking routes. Ventura Botanical Gardens (8 min) Olivas Adobe Historic Park (10 min)
Park featuring a Monterey-style adobe house & courtyard built in the 19th century. Rincon Beach (17 min)
Sandy stretch backed by large boulders, popular for strolls & Pacific Ocean sunsets. Marina Park (8 min)
A 15-acre oceanfront park sprinkled with palm trees, featuring a playground & volleyball area. Arroyo Verde Park (7 min)
A 132-acre park with miles of hiking trails plus open grass areas, a nature center & playgrounds. Surfers Point at Seaside Park (9 min)
Small destination beach for surfers & windsurfers, with picnic tables, showers & restrooms. Oxnard State Beach Park (16 min)
A palm-lined jogging path, volleyball, BBQs & a playground located alongside beach. Emma Wood State Beach (11 min)
Oceanside spot for surfing & fishing with fire pits & RV camping available with advance reservation. Mission Basilica San Buenaventura (9 min)
Historic Spanish mission with a 1700s church & gardens & a small museum showcasing local artifacts. San Buenaventura State Beach (8 min)
Family-friendly state beach with picnic sites, a parking lot, snack bar, bike paths & rental shop. Channel Islands Maritime Museum (18 min)
Maritime history, culture & art exhibits are the focus of this educational venue by the harbor. | 
