Cliff House Inn On The Ocean offers a peaceful coastal retreat with private beach access and free continental breakfast. Shoals Restaurant is praised for its seafood menu and stunning ocean views that captivate diners.
Located in Mussel Shoals, a neighborhood in Ventura, Cliff House Inn On The Ocean is in a rural area and on a private beach. Museum of Ventura County and Rubicon Theatre Company are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tee Time and Cinemark Century Ventura Downtown 10. Ventura County Fairgrounds and The Livery Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Ventura travel guide
6602 Old Pacific Coast Hwy, Ventura, CA, 93001
What's nearby
Carpinteria State Beach
9 min drive - 10.6 km
Ventura Harbor
22 min drive - 26.0 km
Santa Barbara Bowl
27 min drive - 32.5 km
Oil Piers Beach
13 min walk - 1.2 km
La Conchita Beach
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Ventura Station
18 min drive
Oxnard, CA (OXR)
31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
11 min drive
Starbucks
11 min drive
Santa Barbara Hives
11 min drive
Rusty's Pizza Parlor
11 min drive
The Spot
12 min drive
About this property
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Hotel located in Mussel Shoals
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and beachfront dining. The on-site seafood restaurant, The Shoals Restaurant, features ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
A vending machine, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and wedding services
Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast, and pool
Room features
All guestrooms at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
The Shoals Restaurant
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
In a state park
On a private beach
On the waterfront
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Pay movies
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Cliff House Inn
Cliff House Inn Ventura
Cliff House Ventura
Cliff Inn
Cliff House Bed Breakfast Shoals Restaurant Ventura
Cliff Shoals Restaurant House
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel Ventura
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Ventura
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Hotel Ventura
Frequently asked questions
Does Cliff House Inn On The Ocean have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?
As of 2026/3/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean on 2026/3/10 start from NT$5,301, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Cliff House Inn On The Ocean pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Cliff House Inn On The Ocean located?
Nestled on the beach, this Mussel Shoals hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from La Conchita Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Rincon Beach Park. Oil Piers Beach and Rincon Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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It was right on the beach. The sound of the ocean waves at night was amazing. The room was clean though a bit dated. Parking was not good due to many patrons at the restaurant. Though we didn’t use the pool (too cold) it is beautiful.
Staff was very courteous when we saw them, but they were not around much.
Rooms were fine. We did enjoy sitting along the ocean for breakfast, and we were able to sit even closer one evening to listen to the waves. They had lots of chairs available
Be aware there is no elevator.
Absolutely stunning location and great prices for sunrise or sunset. Friendly staff. Even step out onto the beach on a low tide afternoons or walk on sidewalk north side along hwy 101 to access beach too. Breakfast needs better choices.
What a beautiful place to stay right on the waterfront. The food at the restaurant was amazing. Highly recommended for a quiet stay and great food.
Thanks!!
10 of 10 would recommend this hotel! The view is unbelievable!!! You can lay in bed and see/hear the waves crashing all day. Beautiful pool, great restaurant, complimentary breakfast, totally worth it.
Sara
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Brian
2026/1/5
Location was exactly what we wanted. Internet and tv were spotty and a bummer because of so many connection issues- hard to watch a show or be on the internet. Bed was squeaky and not great. Had to search for staff to ask staff to refill cream for coffee in the morning.
Brian
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Dora
2025/12/8
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Parking full and someone took up (2) spaces. I suggest desk staff check Parking availability especially @ Night.
Restaurant food and Services Excellent as always on our stays Cliff House!
Dora
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Alex
2026/2/9
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was just okay. The room could use some updating and re-thinking about the use of space. The bed was very soft and not supportive. The location was very nice, but the pool while clean was not heated and, therefore, unusable. On Saturday morning, the office was supposed to have been open at 7 am. But it did not open until after 8 and no staff member responded to repeated rings of the service bell after 7 am. At night, the staff was putting tables back inside below our room and the sound of banging continued for over an hour after 10pm.
Alex
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Kathleen
2025/12/24
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The view/location right on the water was awesome. Dinner at the Shoal restaurant we could not stop raving about. The staff was very pleasant, but unfortunately, the rest was ok at best. The bed was very hard and the shower was subpar with barely any water pressure for washing my long hair. The floor in the bathroom was slopped, felt like I was drunk walking on it. And breakfast was nothing special. We only stayed one night and the location on the water made up for any shortcoming.