Blue Iguana Inn

Hotels
9.2 (447 reviews)
11794 North Ventura Avenue , Ojai , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Quiet location
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Charming decor
Cons:
Road noise
Hot tub temperature issues
No breakfast available

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Room comfortable in terms of cleanliness & bed. Overall clean and up-to-date.
Service
9.8
Friendly staff and responsive management offered compensation for issues.
Location
9.3
Quiet location a mile or so from downtown Ojai, close to bike trail.
Room Quality
8.8
Great room and comfortable beds, though some reported uncomfortable mattresses.
Amenities
8.3
Hot tub issues reported; pool not heated. Some conveniences are missing.
Value for Money
9.3
Reasonably priced boutique hotel, overall charming and comfortable.
Food and Beverage
9.3
No breakfast offered, but other dining options were nearby.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall positive experience; would recommend to friends and family.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 22:41

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Hotel in Ojai Valley

Charming Accommodations: The Blue Iguana Inn offers beautifully decorated guestrooms with woven carpets, framed art, and rustic décor. Some rooms even feature hardwood floors and an antique fireplace, providing a cozy and elegant atmosphere.

Tranquil Outdoor Setting: Relax by the outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens, offering a serene environment to unwind and soak up the California sun. Perfect for a refreshing dip or lounging with a good book.

Convenient Location: Just 12 miles from Ventura Beach and a short drive to the Pacific Ocean, the hotel is also within a 40-minute drive to Santa Barbara. Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi and on-site free public parking during your stay.

Experience the charm and comfort of the Blue Iguana Inn - Book now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please note only dogs are permitted as pets at the property.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 447 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Erika extended_group us
8
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Lawrence family_with_children us
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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deborah extended_group us
9
Highly recommend. Lovely spot
Pros:

Pretty spot and very nice cabins
Beds were amazingly comfortable

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Leslie couple us
9
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Susi couple us
8
Cute Santa Fe style Inn
Pros:

The grounds are beautiful and the room is comfortable.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Brian couple us
9
Short but sweet.
Cons:

I forgot the charging block for my phone. There was no usb outlets.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Christina solo_traveller us
10
We enjoyed our stay. Only issue was we didn’t book more dates.
Pros:

Peaceful and beautiful. Everywhere you look there’s something lovely.

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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sheri solo_traveller us
4
Pros:

The pool lounge area was comfortable and clean, the property was well kept and lovely. Gal working in early evening was helpful with broken refrigerator.

Cons:

The refrigerator was not working properly there was no door on the freezer section, so there was water all over the fridge and on the floor when I checked in. Which seemed odd because I showed up early and was unable to check in so I know they had just been in the room because I was told it wasn't ready yet. When I got there early the lady working was rude, very unhelpfull or accommodating. I have never been treated that way when I'm checking into a $300 a night room. I come up to Ojai from Santa Barbara often she didn't suggest that I could use the pool area so I asked. She didn't offer a towel, a place to store luggage, a spot to change into a suit etc.
Bed was quite soft, and pillow was marginal. The best pillow was inside the decorative sham and had no pillowcase so that seemed a bit funky.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Carol couple us
10
We come every few years for a few days because we love it here.
Pros:

The atmosphere

Cons:

No ice

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Dalia family_with_children us
10
Pros:

We stayed in a separate house and found it wonderful and charming. A wood burning fire place for our colder nights and a peaceful garden to calm our nerves.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Regina extended_group us
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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robin couple us
8
Nice stay
Pros:

Clean roomy, pretty

Cons:

Being on 2 nd floor. Mattress was soft

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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chris couple us
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Maggie family_with_children us
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Fred extended_group us
8
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Sue couple us
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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VeeDubP98 Friends getaway Austin, Texas
10
Perfect suites for groups
Pros:

We stayed here for an event at the Libbey Bowl and it was beyond perfect. The suite was clean, spacious & well stocked. We were friends traveling together so having a room configuration with 2 bedrooms and a pull out couch was unbelievably helpful. After the show there was a beautiful porch to hang out on and enjoy the view, and their gorgeous landscaping!

2026-06-21 via Tripadvisor
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Myung couple us
9
This year I stayed at #7 room of #1 location. We had a good experience.
Pros:

rustic setup, interesting artistic buildings, spa, swimming pool

Cons:

I did not like the smell of an old room.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Dawn solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The vibe was relaxed and refined. Reception, the room, the pool; all top notch! Will definitely stay again.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Julie couple us
9
Great find. What a gem!
Pros:

The grounds are really zen and relaxing. The pool area is so nice. Everything is so well appointed. Every little "nicety" was thoughtfully considered. Great coffee and accommodations. Loved everything about our stay. So glad we found this little gem. We will be back!

Cons:

On a busy road, but not too bad. You have to drive into town, but worth that extra inconvenience.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee