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
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
House

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)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Spa)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

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

Studio

Highlights

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

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 County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ventura Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.2 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. 175 out of 814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 191 out of 814 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hector

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We recommend this place it very close to the beach room are clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

devona

Travelled with family
It was an average stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles, Sacramento

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noisy and partying late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joyceline

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs major improvements

Very ran down. No a/c, 2 towels for a family of four, jets in bathtub didn’t work and a knob was missing, handle on dresser was missing and our window didn’t lock closed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicolle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely area close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erlinda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Seashore Inn Lets cstch tetnus!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
You get what you pay for I guess. Much cheaper than other hotels in the area. Some exterior photos were of other buildings closer to the beach. Minimal amenities. Good things were: very close to the beach, grocery store and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I checked in the attendant stated the advertisement was one of their other locations Dirty room, office was open however you could barely find anyone there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sumer

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad bad bad! Not what its cracked up to be

The place on the app dipicts clean beachfront poperty. There was no keys available for our room so we kept having to borrow the managers key and bring it back to her immediately. It was really run down. No a/c in the room they had a small fan that was plugged in. No towels. We asked the front desk if they had shampoo and conditioner and she opened up a childs apple smelling hair,face and body shampoo and poured it in a clear plastic glass. I had to refund everyones money who came with me as we split it 4 ways. I felt bad and embarrassed as this was a buisness trip we had no view and everyone was loud and the window had no screens and it was so hot in the room but i didnt feel safe enough to leave a window open.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annastaisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a dog barking the first night. For hours. Im not sure if it was in the hotel or not but it kept us up. Everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angie

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the quest hotel we've ever stayed out. No towels, no toilet paper, they weren't even going to give us a key card because they didn't have any. They had to go find a random one to give us. Nothing worked, everything was dirty and gross. Tub was worthless. No coffee just a dirty gross coffee pot.
The nasty front door
The throw away coffee filter holder. Been used a dozen times I'm sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Megan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking in their lot. No soap for shower, dirty sheets, and used coffee pod in coffee maker. Trash on property. Picture on Expedia was not a picture of the property. No breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bbqer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No rest

When checking in I was told using hotel/ expedia. Com .additional fee of $30 per night for two nights. By 5 pm 6 commercal.trucks with10 worker checked in and drank beer in plain sight of office until 11:20.At 4:20 am all guest were woke up them warming up their diesels.people on 2nd were yelling ..At 8:am I told the office I was checking out because my wife and I would not do that 2 nights in a row. The man behind me agreed with everything I said at the office .After 5 days no refund or call from management with apology..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Scary Place to stay

Don’t stay here it’s a joke! This place was awful didn’t even stay 10 min in the room!!!! We left checked out asap .. The pictures online are photoshopped, it’s down the street from the beach pictures show it right on the beach. You walk in the room there’s so many holes in the walls it feels like your being video recorded, they have a cabinet with Ethernet cables falling out probably surveillance for the room . The bed was so stained it was gross.. they won’t refund my money I pre paid, maybe they can use it to buy a new bed and sheets! The bed was as bad as the rest of the place you sink to the floor it’s so old! Pubic hairs in the tub, the little fridge was repaired by “I can do it cheaper” had rust 😬 thought I was gonna get Tetanus. The plug next to the tub in the room is a shock hazard not up to code & broken this place doesn’t take any pride in the upkeep . I should have stuck with my gut instinct and stayed away from this place! Motel 6 looked nicer as I drove off .
Cat5 cables hanging out of locked cabinet if your gonna spy at least be discreet
Not up to code and broken should have GFCI
Paint peeling off whole room was peeling
Rusty fridge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Randi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds weren't firm enough. Other than that, everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raymond

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