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 Ventura Harbor and Tee Time. Channel Islands National Park and Ventura County Fairgrounds 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
Rincon Beach Park
4 min drive - 5.5 km
Carpinteria State Beach
8 min drive - 11.0 km
Santa Barbara Harbor
23 min drive - 34.0 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
Jersey Mike's Subs
10 min drive
PizzaMan Dan's
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
Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
A banquet hall, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
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
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 18 2026 to May 18 2026 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Cliff House Inn On The Ocean have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from May 18 2026 to May 18 2026 (dates subject to change).
How much does it cost to stay at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean?
As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliff House Inn On The Ocean on 7 June 2026 start from AED 811, 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).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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We first stayed here 18 years ago!! We Celebrated our 18th year anniversary here! Amazing! The restaurant here has amazing food with Ocean Views. You will get lost in Bliss and Tranquillity!
The setting was charming & captivated your heart. It was wonderful falling to sleep with the ocean rhythms. The staff, cleanliness and indoor & outdoor environment met our expectations. As a side note, we were amazed the freeway entrance was so near the Inn.
Beautiful view and very kind staff. I was not able to eat solid food and the chefs were willing to blend the soup for me. I really appreciate it. We had a great time there. Thank you so much again.
I really enjoyed my 3 night stay here, which included my birthday. Everything from the pool, the ocean view, the restaurant, the staff, and the beach access was all great! I will be returning! This is now one of my new favorite getaways.
Perfect location to just chill and enjoy the weekend without having to drive anywhere. The views are incredible, the rooms are quaint and clean and the restaurant that's right in the hotel serves delicious food. Staff was pleasant and always helpful. We'd go back there in a heartbeat!
We loved the view and restaurant at Cliffside. Our room was also clean and adequate for a building of its age. We have no complaints. Staying at Cliffside was one of the highlights of our trip doing the PCH.
We love this place we almost don’t want to tell anyone about it!
I do wish they had a hot tub though so that when visiting and the weather happens to run fresh there would still be an amenity to enjoy. It would also be nice if they offered a burger or something a bit more chill on the dinner menu too so that if you’re staying more than one night you don’t get bored of the same seafood fancy food! Like, we love fancy food, but sometimes you just want a burger 😂
Roisin
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Alecia
27 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful grounds and location ….funky out of the way place to visit
What an amazing ocean front hotel for a minimal price. Enjoy the ocean sunset with a glass of wine. Keep your window open for an ocean breeze and the soft crashing waves. And enjoy a seafood/steak dinner at their little restaurant. Charming rooms and staff.
Jacob
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brent
25 March 2026
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with a view and a spectacular sunset....along with non-stop freeway noise. Everything else is very retro, which is great, but the staff seemed overworked and a bit gruff. Food is great.
Great location! Great staff, had dinner at their restaurant and it was delicious! Property is old and it feels like a motel 6. The rooms have thin walls and the bed was hard as a rock for my taste. Place was clean. That being said, you can’t beat the price and it’s so lovely and secluded. Will def come back again for dinner.
First, all rooms have a beach view. It’s truely amazing and on two of three days we saw Dolphins swimming. We did not walk the nearby beach and we read about the “no northbound exit” beforehand. It didn’t bother us one bit. The view, the staff and the caretakers were amazing and did everything to make our stay awesome. They had recommendations, extra towels, drinks even though the restaurant was closed. Rooms were clean and the property was taken care off. We wanted to be at the beach and that’s exactly where we were. Will stay there again!
Cliff house is an aging beauty. Clean, but dated, rooms. Ocean front, nice pool, (could be heated a few more degrees), friendly staff. Restaurant was excellent. I need coffee before 7:30, just setting up coffee service in the lobby would be great. I would stay here again.