Ojai Valley Inn

Name: Ojai Valley Inn
Address: 905 Country Club Road, Ojai, CA 93023, Ojai, 93023, US
Telephone: +18556978780

At Ojai Valley Inn in California, tiled roofs sit between green grounds and the mountains around Ojai.

A week here, month by month

I would come with few excursions planned and time for the patio, treatments and walks around the grounds. Daily sightseeing in Los Angeles calls for a different base; from this valley you would have to organise the journeys.

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Is it for you?

For two, I would look at a Fireside Terrace Room and leave part of the evening for sitting outside. The fire pit matters more to me than a vast sitting room I barely use.

I’d ask for: A Fireside Terrace Room with the bed type confirmed.
Worth knowing: A room booking alone does not establish which spa facilities you may use.

Like a regular

An archway through Ojai Valley Inn’s gardens

Updated 4 November 202610 min readHow we write the guide

A little outdoor space
For the evening, I want somewhere to sit outside after dinner. I’d choose the room around that moment rather than pay for indoor space I would barely use.
When I would compare dates
I would start with January for a stay spent mostly at the inn, then compare the same accommodation for spring dates before moving a whole trip around the calendar’s lowest figure.
The charge to add
Add the $60 daily service charge and its 15% occupancy tax: $69 per room, per night. With several rooms, I would add it to each one.

What Ojai Valley Inn is

Ojai Valley Inn occupies 220 acres. Accommodation ranges from the original Wallace Neff building to fireplace rooms, patio villas and penthouses above the spa. Before comparing floor areas, decide where you want to spend time outside the room.

I would not start with the list of shared amenities. I’d look at the layout, bathroom and place where I imagine spending the evening; those are the parts of the room I will actually use.

I’d set aside part of the stay for treatments before filling the days. For the rest, I would leave time between a walk and returning to the room.

In the Lumina Guide

Lumina Guide 2027

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Distinctions

Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star 2026

How we choose the hotels

The 5 things that matter, as guests tell them

What do Ojai Valley Inn’s guests say? They write it in their reviews, even those who only came for a drink or dinner: we read every one and tell the 5 things that matter, from the location to the bill.

Location
9 in 10 guests who mention it are happy with it. The grounds, surrounding mountains and peace make the city feel far away.
Room
8 in 10 guests who mention it are happy with it. Guests like the room space and bath; proximity to the road also matters for a restful night.
Staff and service
Spa visits and meals leave good memories when the team can give them attention; busy days bring reports of waiting.
Breakfast
One guest remembers the breakfast server; another struggles to accept the wait for a table.
Price
Guests questioning the bill focus on service and small extras.

How we count

Ojai Valley Inn in numbers
What	Guests’ score	Guests who mention it	Happy
Location	8.7	122	93%
Room	7.5	78	79%
Staff and service	8.2	258	83%
Breakfast	7.4	10	80%
Price	–	32	38%

365 guests said so on Google, from 5 November 2024 to 28 October 2026. Stored Google reviews dated from 4 November 2024; collections may stop at 300 or 2,000 reviews. The latest 500 with text, or every available text when fewer, are read the same way. The other hotels are the ones weighed for a stay among Southern California resorts: for each we read its latest 500 Google reviews with text, or all of them where there are fewer, as of 4 November 2026. The score is the average of what they say, from 0 if they speak of it very badly to 10 if they speak of it very well. Where only a few mention something, the score stays close to the guide’s average: a handful of voices does not make a reputation.

The hotels we weigh it against among Southern California resorts:

Price: for 2, the night of 31 January 2027, from $586 on Google Hotels on 3 November 2026.

Dates change the stay

Weigh the dates against what you want to do. The lowest room price does not establish the same holiday in another season.

Period	Dollars a night
January 2027	586–753
March 2027	660–809
June 2027	697–849
August 2027	686–843

For 2 adults, each night searched on its own; room, meals, taxes and cancellation unverified. Prices from Google Hotels, 3 November 2026. Ranges cover the stored calendar nights: 16 in January, 17 in March, 21 in June and 25 in August 2027; other nights remain unknown.

The Farmhouse and the valley

The building among the trees and the landscape around the inn.

**The Farmhouse among the lawns and trees**Ojai Valley Inn · 16 December 2021Watch on YouTube

**The property beneath the mountains around Ojai**Ojai Valley Inn · 9 June 2020Watch on YouTube

Good to know before you book

Rollaway beds cost $50, depend on room type and availability, and cannot be reserved in advance.
Penthouses do not accept pets. In eligible rooms, the non-refundable cleaning charge is $300 plus 15% tax per pet, with a maximum of 2 per room.

A patio, a fireplace or a penthouse

Ojai Luxury Room39.5 m²A king or 2 queen beds, a private terrace and a sitting area. The bathroom has a bath and separate shower.View accommodation

Wallace Neff Estate Room · Ojai Valley Inn

Wallace Neff Estate RoomIn the original Wallace Neff building, with a marble bathroom and shower. This category has no bath.View accommodation

Vista Luxury Room41.3 m²The terrace and sitting area look towards the grounds or valley. Choose a king or 2 queen beds.View accommodation

Wallace Neff Estate Junior Suite · Ojai Valley Inn

Wallace Neff Estate Junior Suite47.4 m²A king bed and separate sitting area, with an optional sofa bed. The Wallace Neff bathroom has no bath.View accommodation

Fireside Terrace Room40.4 m² on averageThe gas fire pit sits beside the outdoor seating on your private terrace. Inside is a king or 2 queen beds.View accommodation

Fireplace Shangri-La Room · Ojai Valley Inn

Fireplace Shangri-La Room51.1 m²A fireplace and sitting area share the room; the bathroom has a generous bath and separate shower.View accommodation

Paseo Fireplace Room47.4 m²An indoor fireplace and an outdoor fire pit in an enclosed patio, within the Paseo enclave.View accommodation

Fireplace Mini Suite58.1 m²You can see the fire from the bed or sitting area; the balcony or patio is furnished.View accommodation

Fireplace Suite74.3 m²The bedroom and separate sitting room each have a fireplace. Outside is a furnished balcony or patio.View accommodation

Fireplace Luxury Suite · Ojai Valley Inn

Fireplace Luxury Suite74.3 m²A cloakroom supplements the main bathroom, with its bath and separate shower. Patio seating and a dining table extend the living space outdoors.View accommodation

Paseo Suite65 m²Beside the Spa Village, with a partitioned sitting area and private outdoor dining and lounging space.View accommodation

Fontana Suite102.2 m²Upstairs in the villas, with a sofa bed, dining area and 2 furnished balconies.View accommodation

Casa Robles Suite83.6 m²A bedroom with 2 queen beds, a sitting room and 2 full bathrooms. The balcony looks towards the back valley.View accommodation

Paseo Villa92.9 m²A ground-floor suite beside the Spa Village, with separate living space and an enclosed patio with a fire table and dining area.View accommodation

Moonrise Penthouse92.9 m²Above Spa Ojai, with a high ceiling, marble fireplace and terrace facing the Topatopa Mountains.View accommodation

Sunset Penthouse92.9 m²On Spa Ojai’s private top floor, with a bedroom, a fireside sitting room and another fireplace on the terrace.View accommodation

Hacienda Penthouse176.5 m²Upstairs in a hillside villa, with living and dining rooms, a kitchenette and a private terrace.View accommodation

Casa Elar966.8 m²A gated villa with 4 main suites and a detached fifth suite for guests or staff. There is a private pool and a dedicated estate manager.View accommodation

Getting there

Address	905 Country Club Road, Ojai, CA 93023
Arrival and departure	Check-in 4pm · check-out 11am

Ojai Valley Inn · Ojai, California

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A day in Ojai

Morning

Before heading out

In-room breakfast begins at 6.30am, leaving time to sit on the patio before making plans.

Daytime

Out on a bicycle

Daily use of Linus bicycles is among the services covered by the daily charge.

Afternoon

Time for a treatment

If you have booked Spa Ojai, leave time for the facilities your reservation includes.

Evening

Back to the patio

Choose a Fireside Terrace Room and the seats around the fire pit are part of your own terrace.

Ojai Valley Inn reviews

Google2668 ratings4.7/5

Guest voices

Google

The patio fire pit

An October 2026 guest singles out the patio and fire pit as what made the room special. They also enjoy the meals and spa treatments, including massages, scrubs and facials.

Google · 2026-10-27View on Google

Google

Back with the family

In October 2026 a guest describes a third consecutive year staying with their son and his family. They praise the location, service from arrival to departure and restaurant food.

Google · 2026-10-06View on Google

Google

When arrival takes longer

An October 2026 group likes the rooms and grounds but reports getting rooms at 5.45pm and problems with a ground-floor allocation requested for reduced mobility.

Google · 2026-10-28View on Google

Before your stay

What does a night cost?

For 2 adults, one night on 31 January 2027 from $586; 2 March 2027 from $660; 29 June 2027 from $697. Each night was searched separately; check the room, meals, taxes and cancellation terms before paying. Prices from Google Hotels, 3 November 2026.

Which pool should I choose?

Pixie is for families and Indigo for adults; both open from 7am to 10pm. The spa has 2 heated pools, Tranquility and Energy; Energy has 2 lanes and is 60 feet long. The spa pools open from 8.30am to 6.30pm.¹²

Does the room include spa access, and can non-residents visit?

Hotel guests aged 16 and over may use the spa pools, gym and Mind & Body classes free, subject to availability. A spa or Nail Salon treatment also includes the wet areas and locker facilities on the day of service. Non-residents may book treatments as day spa guests, subject to availability; a limited number of $150 daily facility passes may also be sold, depending on occupancy. General spa admission is stated as over 18; facials and Nail Salon services are available from 16.¹

Can I have breakfast in the room?

The in-room breakfast menu runs from 6.30am to 11am. All-day dining continues until 10pm, followed by a reduced overnight menu.

Can teenagers use the gym?

The fitness centre admits guests aged 16 and over.

What is inside Spa Ojai?

Spa Ojai covers 31,000 square feet. Alongside treatments, there are indoor whirlpools, steam rooms and saunas; the village also has a gym, Mind & Body classes, a boutique and a café.¹²

How much does parking cost?

Self-parking and valet both cost $60 plus 15% tax per vehicle, per day. This is separate from the room’s daily service charge.¹

Are there longer-stay or spa packages?

4th Night Free charges the first 3 nights at the regular rate and includes the fourth free. Midweek Escape includes $50 resort credit per night and a one-category upgrade at booking. Spa for One includes one eligible 60-minute treatment per night and a Spa Café lunch for one person worth up to $35. Offers are subject to availability and restrictions, cannot be combined with other promotions and are unavailable to groups. Check dates, room and terms in your chosen quote.¹

Can you hold a wedding here?

Yes. The official site lists Anacapa Ballroom, Hacienda Ballroom, The Farmhouse, Artist Cottage and Orchard Lawn among its venues. Capacity and cost depend on the space and setup: request a quote for your guest count, dates and required rooms. The events form asks for those details.¹