The Visitor's office is very, very small, in the heart of downtown, right near the Ojai Valley…read moreMuseum. Opens at 9 am, they close at 4 pm (bit early, but many stores, institutions, restaurants close earlier in town, so check ahead!). No restrooms here, so that's a minus (you can walk to the public ones behind the Arcade), but you can get maps, brochures, info here. Customer service is just OK, could be a little better. Check out the museum and its sculpture garden near by. Small office, but it's an option if you need info and ideas for activities in the area. Enjoy Ojai!

From the owner: Just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles, the community of Ojai, California is known for its charming…read moreboutiques, renowned art galleries, bistros and wine tasting rooms. Nestled in a scenic valley, Ojai is the ideal place to restore, rejuvenate and celebrate the outdoors.

There really is no better travel agent than Cathy Kroll!…read more She's passionate, worldly, knowledgeable, extremely "into you having THEE BEST trip", and works tirelessly to make sure everything works out perfectly! She will always go the extra mile for her clients no matter what! Not only have I known her for 38 years, but I have taken trips through her. And I honestly can say she is one of a kind! You will not be sorry if you book through her, she's worth every penny!

I have not used a travel agent to plan a trip in decades (William Shatner has handled the majority…read moreof my bookings), but when it came to traveling to two countries I had never visited, a friend suggested Cathy Kroll as she had been to Ireland and Scotland (and apparently the rest of the globe) on several occasions. I thought I would receive some good hotel and tour recommendations, but what I received was much more valuable. At every hotel/B&B/Castle we stayed in we received upgrades (free breakfast/ larger rooms with 5-Star views/ complementary massages, etc...) that were worth at least $2,000 when added up (although it is hard to put a price on some of the views). Also to my surprise, our airfare was lower than what we had found using various travel websites. Cathy met with us several times before our trip to insure she had covered all of our needs and then tracked us during our travels to insure we were receiving all of the extra perks, and upon our return she inquired as to any changes we would suggest to the itinerary she suggested. I would highly recommend Cathy to anyone planning a trip and will be using her on all future trips!!!

I have booked with Joe on two occasions this year. It's been the most relaxing, comforting trip to…read morethe airport, in part due to his cheery attitude, sharp attention to the road, and peaceful atmosphere. I highly recommend him and appreciate having a local business like his to continue to do service with.

I am so happy I found Ojai Transportation Services! My boss recently moved up to Ojai and still…read moreneeds to travel for work, usually out of LAX. Joe has been a godsend!! Dropping my boss off and picking him at all hours allowing him time to work while getting to and from the airport!! Thanks Joe!!

Went to Ojai Valley Inn after meeting up with some friends for breakfast and someone recommended…read morechecking out their spa! WOW, such a little slice of sanctuary. We came on a Saturday early afternoon and started at one of their restaurants. The food was amazing, but service was definitely on the slower side. The resort is huge and has so many activities tennis, golf, bike rentals and more. After that, we headed over to the spa and spent the rest of the day relaxing by the pool. The vibe was so calm, mostly women just chatting, unwinding, and enjoying each other in this peaceful little paradise. We ordered smoothies poolside and omg...so fresh and refreshing. Service at the spa pool was great, everyone seemed to be working together seamlessly and checking in often without being overbearing. Definitely one of those spots I'd come back to anytime I need a reset from LA.

For many years, Ojai Valley Inn was one of my favorite destinations. I have stayed at the resort…read moreseven or eight times and always considered it a special place to celebrate important occasions. Unfortunately, after my recent experience, I do not plan to return. For Father's Day weekend, I booked what I hoped would be a memorable getaway for my husband and me. I prepaid $5,364.45 for a two-night stay in a Deluxe King with a View Room. In addition, I made dinner reservations at the resort's fine dining restaurant, scheduled a golf outing for two because my husband loves golf, and booked a couples massage. I was genuinely looking forward to a special and relaxing weekend. On June 5, I searched for Ojai Valley Inn on Google and called the phone number that appeared online. Unbeknownst to me, I was connected to a third-party reservation company called Hotel Reservations rather than the resort directly. I received a confirmation email that included Ojai Valley Inn's name, a confirmation number, an itinerary number, and proof of payment. After driving nearly three hours from Newport Beach to the resort, I was shocked to learn that Ojai Valley Inn could not locate my reservation. I presented all of my documentation and confirmation details, yet after nearly an hour of waiting, the issue remained unresolved. I contacted Hotel Reservations while standing at the front desk, and they confirmed that a reservation existed in their system. Unfortunately, the third-party company and the hotel were unable to reconcile the discrepancy. What disappointed me most was not the reservation issue itself, but the hotel's response. The front desk associate assisting us was kind, empathetic, mentioned they will have a room available for us, and appeared genuinely committed to finding a solution. However, when the front desk manager, Morgan Giuseponi, became involved, I felt that very little effort was made to accommodate us despite our circumstances. Given our longstanding history with the resort, our prepaid reservation, and the fact that we already had dining, golf, and spa reservations on property, I expected some attempt to help us remain at the resort. Instead, we were informed that the hotel was fully booked and were advised to seek accommodations elsewhere. Whether the issue originated with the third-party booking company or elsewhere, I had hoped Ojai Valley Inn would demonstrate the level of hospitality and problem-solving that luxury resorts are known for. Rather than allowing the situation to ruin Father's Day weekend, we chose to stay at Rosewood Miramar Beach instead. Fortunately, the experience there was exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and proactive. The contrast in customer care was impossible to ignore. Luxury hospitality is not measured by how a property performs when everything goes according to plan. It is measured by how it responds when something goes wrong. In this case, I left feeling that Ojai Valley Inn was unwilling to help a loyal, repeat guest during a difficult situation. This experience was deeply disappointing and has permanently changed my perception of a resort I once loved. While the reservation issue may not have been entirely the hotel's fault, the lack of effort to find a solution certainly was. For that reason, I will not be returning.

Rachel is awesome! Super knowledgeable of the ocean, water, marine life, and history of the area…read more What a rad human being to have guiding the tour. As it turns out, all of the harbor seals, and sealions have names. We befriended one named Steve, he is much better at swimming than I am. He also taught me secret techniques to paddling. This one Pelican named Parry got into a barking match with some sealions, which is a fight he wasn't gonna win, let's be honest. Though I was hoping to see an M-A-N-A-T-E-E ... next time! If you're gonna go down on Haley street, where the dogs are easy and the sun is cheap, you never know just who you'll meet, on Haley. (But hopefully it's Rachel from the Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and you get her kayak tour; shout out!)

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Barbara Adventure Company for creating such a memorable birthday…read moreexperience for our daughter. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a fun ferry ride to the islands and even got to slow down to watch a large Sunfish (Mola Mola) snacking on some jellies. I recommend getting in line early to secure the best view seating on the ferry. Our kayak guides, Chuck and Adam, were exceptional--knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the entire trip both fun and informative, while ensuring we always felt safe and well cared for. We were fortunate to have perfect weather and warm water, which allowed us to explore all seven sea caves--many of which are inaccessible during high tide or rougher conditions. It made the experience even more special. Having lived in Santa Barbara for 22 years, this was my first time visiting the islands, and it was truly unforgettable. The pristine landscapes, abundant sea life, and even spotting several tiny island foxes while enjoying our picnic lunch, made it an unforgettable adventure. We can't wait to do it again--highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and exceptional experience!

The Wheeler Gorge Visitor center is located on Hwy 33 north of Ojai. Across from the campgrounds,…read morethe visitor center sells Adventure Passes and hosts educational programs every weekend during the summer. I find the staff at the center to be friendly and enthusiastic and best of all, knowledgeable. The center itself is small, but the highlights include some decent taxidermy of some of our local mammals and the bird feeders out front. The birds here are very used to the visitors and hummingbirds and jays come right to the feeders, even if you're standing close by. You can easily get a VERY up-close look at these amazing wild animals. Cons: The bird taxidermy isn't very good (or is terribly old) and doesn't give a good representation of what these majestic animals actually look like when you see them in the wild, unless you're seeing them dead on the side of the road; these could help you identify roadkill.

Stopped here before going for a ride, 2 awesome guys at this place chatted us up. They have a…read moreportable restroom if you need to use the restroom before going on your ride. Cool place to have a bbq as well

Ojai Limousine helped me out in a pinch to get to LAX. Always helpful and informative they make…read moretraveling seamless. Cheers

Terrific service! Jon was very responsive to our request for a very early (3AM) ride on a Sunday…read morefrom Ojai to SBA. His colleague picked up our family members right on time. Our family reported that their driver was delightful and all arrangements were easy. We will most definitely use Ojai Limo in the future. Excellent!

So many tropical plants. This made it so tranquil and private. The caravans were all spaced out so…read morewell with private space to relax. The caravan was so spacious and the bed so comfortable. My favorite was the pillow. I could hug it all night. Everyone that worked there were so friendly and kind. They really worked hard to keep the areas ready for everyone. Nikki really went over the top with hospitality!!! So much more to say but come visit this oasis. Thank you for sharing your wonderful place with us

I genuinely don't understand why this place gets so many glowing reviews. Our stay was extremely…read moreuncomfortable from start to finish. The photos on their website are also very misleading, the space is much much smaller than it appears. The shower, in particular, is incredibly cramped (roughly 3 by 2 feet), making it difficult to use comfortably. The air conditioning unit was so loud that we barely slept at night. I even attempted to host a Zoom meeting from inside, but had to cancel because the noise made it impossible to hear anything. When we raised these issues with the office, their suggestion was to open the windows, which only added insult to injury because of how uncomfortably hot it was inside. To make matters worse , when they eventually offered a partial refund, it came less than an hour before the time they required us to vacate, and we weren't even on-site at the time. After we informed them that we had checked out early, they offered an even smaller refund, which we have still not received a month later. Overall, a very disappointing experience. Do yourself a favor and find more comfortable accommodations.

Seriously cute. Hubby and I booked 2 nights for a little Ojai getaway and were totally charmed by…read morethis little cutie of a place! Check in was a breeze, friendly fast, cute little reception area. The vibe of the hotel is so fun and so Ojai. We had a jacuzzi tub room and that was a treat. Bed was super cozy. Always love a ceiling fan in the room too! Cute little patio to sit out and read. Chief's Peak Bar is right there, and full of friendly folks. The whole place was great and we are already planning to come back. If you're looking for fancy? This isn't the place. If you're looking for cute, retro, good vibes, Ojai feeling, roadside motel of days gone by with a hippy crystal loving, palo santo scented groove this is the place for you!

We stayed a Tuesday night and we had such a lovely evening in the back. Our room was so cute but…read morethis back area was so the real highlight. We enjoyed the fire pit as well and the bar was so cute too. Staff was great and mingling with other guests with a glass of wine by the fire was lovely. Great evening with great company.