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Vagabond Inn Ventura

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Downtown Ventura

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Aerial view
Interior
Point of interest

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
756 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001
  • Ventura City Beach
    7 min walk
  • Rubicon Theatre Company
    7 min walk
  • Ventura City Hall
    9 min walk
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    16 min drive

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior

Best Western at Ventura Pier

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, (1003)
The price is $160
$140 per night
$160 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6
Best Western at Ventura Pier

About the neighborhood

Ventura

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Ventura hotel, you'll find Ventura City Beach and Rubicon Theatre Company. Ventura City Hall and Ventura Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ventura City Beach - 7 min walk
  • Ventura Pier - 10 min walk
  • San Buenaventura Mission - 12 min walk
  • Ventura County Fairgrounds - 15 min walk
  • Ventura Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Ventura Station - 14 min walk
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aloha Steakhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Transmission Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn Ventura

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Downtown Ventura
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at Vagabond Inn Ventura. Self parking is free.

This Ventura hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Vagabond Inn Ventura offers 82 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: 2.25 percent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

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 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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

This hotel will place a credit card pre-authorization of USD 100 at check-in for guests who are residents of Ventura County.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Vagabond Inn Ventura to the airport?

Vagabond Inn Ventura is 10.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Oxnard, CA (OXR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vagabond Inn Ventura have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vagabond Inn Ventura.

How close is Vagabond Inn Ventura to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Ventura City Beach and 2 mi (3-min drive) from San Buenaventura State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vagabond Inn Ventura offer free breakfast?

Vagabond Inn Ventura does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Vagabond Inn Ventura?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Ventura?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Vagabond Inn Ventura?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Vagabond Inn Ventura have a pool?

Vagabond Inn Ventura features an outdoor pool.

Does Vagabond Inn Ventura have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vagabond Inn Ventura have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Vagabond Inn Ventura to downtown Ventura?

Vagabond Inn Ventura is 0.3 mi away from Ventura.

Vagabond Inn Ventura Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 227 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1000 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Tori, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Christine, Ventura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I liked the size of the room. Plenty of room for two queen beds. I didn’t like that there are zero amenities. I miss the restaurant that used to be on property. It was good dood and so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Jewel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was pleased with my stay and shall return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Annelise, Ventura California

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly but room was in a horrible condition. Wall paper was rolling up in large sections . Bathroom Mirror was broken , Door to the room was broken and hard to open . Bed was comfortable though .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Patti, Santa Cruz

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just left and found another place to stay. I will say the sheets looked crisp and clean. There was no air conditioning that worked. It smelled of stale cigarette smoke. It was poorly maintained. We just ate the cost of the room and left.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had A Blast. Close The The ocean & Pier. Lots Of Dining Close By.
Ventura Pier
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for distance to town and Fido
Within walking distance of Main Street. Not fancy but a comfortable bed and pet friendly. Being able to bring our dog was the main focus for staying here. We’ll be back in a few weeks and we’ll be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Don’t judge a book by its cover!
We weren’t too impressed when we first drove up, the grounds could def use some sprucing up. We were greeted by a super friendly clerk who was able to get us an early check in (for a small fee). That was a great start! We went to the room and were pleasantly surprised. It was comfortable and clean, the AC worked phenomenally, the shower had great water pressure. We had no idea that right out back was the walkway that took us straight to the beach/pier. We also had no idea that we were a couple blocks walking distance to all the great restaurants on Main St. All this in one spot...a great package! We didn’t even need to use our car all weekend. We definitely will stay here again....we even made note of the room number so we can rebook it! Thanks Vagabond!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

George, Glendora, CA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location easy access to beach via pedestrian overpass and short walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

jesus, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to main street where there are a lot of places to eat, drink and shop. 1 block of walking distance and a 6 min walk to the beach. Nice clean roo.s. rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Lily, Palmdale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall it is extremely convenient and just a short walk to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Tanya, Ventura ca

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So they changed me a $100. Deposit when I got there my tv didn’t work it was black and white or purple I went to office to let them know and was told maintenance was not available until Monday. Our key wouldn’t open our room so disappointing we have stayed here many times and we feel this time they have gone down hill not happy with the extra $10. Dollars that we didn’t plan on and the rooms were not up to par
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Management was awsome in got me in early die to my having health issues . Rooms are updated and property is well kept
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

-K, OC CA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Vintage 60s, simple well-cared for room. Low cost room. Enough parking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Birdster, Prescott AZ

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Amenities
The Vagabond is a great roadside attraction from the glory days of highway 101 (non-freeway), it has suffered the last few years with the loss of the restaurant and the fact that many rooms are vouchered to the homeless. Yet, that is a good thing- and were my circumstances ever so dire, I'd suggest this to be an honorable effort by the hotel's BOD (Board of Directors) I never felt unsafe, and it is perfectly located for visiting downtown Ventura. Indeed, as a result of COVID19, the City has closed four blocks of Main St. providing for outdoor eating, etc. The facility is also directly adjacent to the walkable freeway overpass to the beach and pier. All in all, given my business reason for being in VTA and the price with DOGS ALLOWED, I've no complaints. Little things, e.g. noise from adjoining rooms, poor lighting in room, limited cable have to be factored against the under $100 price for my visit. Besides- it's a part of Ventura. Everyone was friendly, I didn't see much of the staff because I didn't have the room done every day, but bed and shower were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020