Waypoint Ventura

Hotels
9.7 (166 reviews)
398 South Ash Street Unit E , Ventura , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Covered parking

Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique experience
Friendly staff
Great location
Spotless grounds
Fun amenities
Cons:
Difficult access due to construction
Loud heater
Noisy trains

Categories

Cleanliness
9.79
The RVs and the grounds are described as spotless and impeccably maintained.
Service
9.99
Staff are consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful, enhancing the positive experience.
Location
10
Great location close to the beach, pier, and downtown; however, construction made access challenging.
Room Quality
9.45
The refurbished RVs are described as cute and fun, making for a unique accommodation experience.
Amenities
9.48
Amenities such as baked cookies, coffee, and various activities provide a pleasant stay.
Value for Money
9.44
Guests feel the experience is worth it compared to traditional hotels, offering good value.
Food and Beverage
9.49
Positive comments about the cookies and s'mores provided, enhancing the guest experience.
Overall Experience
9.99
The overall sentiment reflects a highly enjoyable and unique stay, making guests eager to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:26

Property Description

Modern Accommodation with Free Amenities
Waypoint Ventura offers a modern stay just 400 meters from Ventura State Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private parking, and non-smoking rooms. Each guest room features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Convenient Location near Key Attractions
Located near California State University Channel Islands and Thomas Aquinas College, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring Ventura. Visit nearby landmarks like Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara City College.

Comfortable Stay with Easy Access
With Santa Barbara Airport just 60 km away, Waypoint Ventura provides a comfortable retreat with easy access to nearby attractions. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 166 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.79
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 9.48
Value for Money: 9.44
Food and Beverage: 9.49
Overall Experience: 9.99
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Duygu couple tr
10
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple us
9
I never stayed in an rv before and this was a wonderful and unique new experience.
Pros:

The re-furbished rv's with their own patio space were super cute and fun to stay in. We were a block from the beach and Ventura boardwalk. We loved all the little touches...like s'more kits at night and coffee and kitchen sink cookies in the morning. There's more but you'll have to stay to find out. It's definitely better than staying in a hotel. And they are dog friendly.

Cons:

The heater was pretty loud and it was cold enough that you needed it. It wasn't their fault but it was hard to find the location due to construction re-routing.

2025-12-31 via Nuitee
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Katherine couple us
9
2025-12-03 via Nuitee
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Aida couple us
10
Pros:

For a first time camper it was very comfortable and nice

Cons:

Wi-Fi could have been better

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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rbr0912 Friends getaway us
10
Great campground
Pros:

Fantastic campground in the heart of Ventura. Close to the pier, downtown, shopping and other activities. The road to it is under construction right now so it made getting there was a challenge, especially with a 30’ airstream but the construction crew was super accommodating and helpful to make sure I didn’t bottom out. Totally worth the effort though, once we got there. Friendly staff who go out of their way to provide a fun and positive experience. Will definitely return next time I’m in the area

2025-11-07 via Tripadvisor
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488taras Family us
10
A vintage camping dream!
Pros:

Waypoint is such a cool place. It is impeccably maintained. Super clean. We stayed at Princess Fiona and it was perfect for 4. All the treats (cookies, juicer, chia pudding etc) were delicious. The workers are all friendly and helpful. Trains go by but typically not bothersome. Great place to stay if visiting Channel Islands.

2025-10-18 via Tripadvisor
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Stay37722170840 Family
10
Hidden Gem in the Heart of Ventura
Pros:

Great location. Nice vibes. Friendly staff. Many amenities - fresh baked cookies, coffee, tea, freshly squeezed juice, nice showers, grills and fire pits, etc. Visited in my RV. The only challenge is with road construction, it was difficult to find the RV park hidden behind the train tracks next to a light commercial section of town, but within walking distance of the pier, downtown and great restaurants. We would stay there again.

2025-10-14 via Tripadvisor
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Ulises partner
6
Pros:

Stayed here during a recent visit to Ventura. Upon arriving, I had a difficult time finding the property due to ongoing construction and multiple road closures. After driving around for a while, I eventually spotted a few small signs directing vehicles toward a detour that led to the property. I tried calling the office for assistance during this time but unfortunately didn’t get an answer.

When I finally checked in, I was informed that I hadn’t received the detour instructions because I had booked through a third-party site. It would have been helpful if this information had been shared more widely.

That said, the property itself was beautiful and exceptionally clean. The staff were amazing—friendly, welcoming, and very accommodating. The trailers were also spotless and well-maintained, though quite compact. I understand they’re trailers and not standard hotel rooms, but the bathroom was extremely small—so much so that it wasn’t possible to close the door comfortably for privacy. Because of this, I ended up using the public restrooms near the office when needed.

The bed was a bit too firm for my personal preference, and the trailer did get quite cold in the evenings, though they do provide a space heater, which was appreciated.

Overall, the property has a lot of charm and the staff really make a difference, but a few adjustments could make the experience even better.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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348dinahw Friends getaway
10
Wonderful time spent at a unique and special place
Pros:

We stayed at this great spot for our trip to Channel Islands National Park. It was so close to the Harbor so getting to the ferry for the island trip was quick and easy. There is some construction around the place so it's a bit difficult to find but oh so worth it. The RV's and the grounds are spotless. S'mores provided for FREE for a nice time to relax in front of the fire pit. AND wonderfully baked cookies for the morning with great coffee options! (FREE as well) Everyone was so friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The train noise is limited so don't worry about that.

2025-10-08 via Tripadvisor
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McKerrin partner
10
Pros:

Great facility, the trailers are beautifully restored and the staff is excellent. We'll be back.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Melissa
10
Cutest spot ever
Pros:

This is honestly one of the cutest places I’ve ever stayed. The attention to detail is amazing with their home grown passion fruit desserts, their fresh baked kitchen sink cookies, the smores they hand out to guests for the multiple fire pits, they also provide oranges so you can squeeze your own juice. Staff was amazing. They have corn hole, hammocks, free bikes and a game room. It’s just a stones throw from the beach. I can’t wait to go back!

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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Travis partner
10
Pros:

So fun! Loved our stay and want to come back.

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
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Martha couple us
10
Fun place to stay ideally located right near water and close to town. Enjoyed campfire with s’mores, yummy breakfast, sw
2025-09-09 via Nuitee
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Tom partner
8
Pros:

The train was noisy but not much you can do about that. Wish someone had explained how the A/C and fans worked before the last day. Convenient location to beach and downtown.

You have done a remarkable job restoring your trailers.

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
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poupak78 Couples ca
10
Stylish Stay in a Perfect Spot for Channel Islands Adventures
Pros:

We stayed in the Vintners trailer (#3) at Waypoint Ventura and had such a great time. The trailer was super clean, comfy, and had a cool retro-modern vibe. The little kitchen was really handy, and the bed was perfect after long days out exploring.

We used Waypoint as our base for visiting Channel Islands National Park, and it worked out perfectly. Easy drive to the harbor, and nice to come back to a cozy spot afterward.

The deck area in front isn’t private, but it’s still a great space to sit out and relax under the string lights. We also loved the morning treats—fresh cookies and chia cups were such a sweet and thoughtful touch!

You’re also just a short walk to some great restaurants, which made dinners super easy and fun. There’s a communal fire pit if you feel like being social, but it’s also quiet enough to just chill out on your own.

Can’t wait to come back and try a different trailer next time!

2025-08-02 via Tripadvisor
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Manuel
10
Pros:

Geneva and Leo were awesome and always ready to help us with anything we needed or asked about. We've been here 3 times and will be back. So many restaurants and breweries are so close most of it walking distance.

2025-07-18 via Nuitee
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Todd couple us
6
Weird location but close to everything.
Pros:

The concept was great.

Cons:

The actual trailer was ok but smaller than expected. Need electrical outlets by the bed. Bathroom sink smelled like sewage. No seating other than two stools. No decaf coffee. Had to go buy my own. Not even an offer since I was staying 4 nights. Staff not that friendly. We didn’t feel like hanging out much on the deck or grounds. Trailers need to be washed and detailed on the outside. Most looked ugly and dirty.

2025-07-11 via Nuitee
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Charlotte
10
Great location with a nostalgic vibe.
Pros:

We previously lived in Ventura and come in for a quick couples date night so we are very familiar with the area. The location and access to the beach, restaurants, entertainment is great. The park has a nostalgic feel with thoughtful touches such as the corn hole set, community fire pit, complimentary coffee and s’mores, water bottles and coffee creamer in the fridge, selection of tea leaves, sleeping/eye masks on the pillows, private patios and beach comber bike access (wish we knew about the free bike usage beforehand). Our only complaint is there were no utensils/plates and the old school coffee pot in the room was a hassle. Why have a BBQ pit with nothing to put your food on? Bright back leftover from a local eatery, better cut up that steak before you bring it back to your trailer. Other than that, the location is great and the feel is wonderful.

2025-06-27 via Nuitee
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Dustin partner
10
Pros:

Loved it !
The best

2025-06-23 via Nuitee
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Suzanne Mortimer partner
10
Pros:

It was very chill and family friendly at the same time!

2025-06-20 via Nuitee