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Clocktower Inn Ventura

Clocktower Inn Ventura

10/10 Excellent
"Super cute property. Stayed here before camping in the Channel Islands. The restaurant Blue Agave is attached and is fantastic."
Coral 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Best Western at Ventura Pier

Best Western at Ventura Pier

10/10 Excellent
"We found the staff to be very friendly and helpful. The breakfast area was clean and there was a good variety of food. Our room was clean and spacious and there was ample convenient parking. We plan on visiting again."
Laurie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western at Ventura Pier
White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, great location and easy check in and check out. Highly recommend for the price"
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
White Caps Motel
The Pierpont Inn

The Pierpont Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This was our second stay here and we will be back again! We stay in the Vickers Estate which is beyond charming with original amenities. If you want more modern they have rooms near the pool. Love the location and price!"
Sara 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Pierpont Inn
Ventura Beach Marriott

Ventura Beach Marriott

8/10 Good
"Clean and great location close enough to walk to beach. Just didn’t like the charge for parking overnight."
sabrina 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Ventura Beach Marriott

Other attractions near Smugglers Cove

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a clear blue sea.

Cavern Point

Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.
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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beach, and rocky outcrops.

Potato Harbour

This overlook point with a quirky name is one of the top places to go in California for beautiful views of the coastline and the Channel Islands National Park.
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A rocky coastline with turbulent waves crashing against the rocks.

Pinniped Point

Watch as California sea lions and harbor seals splash through the water and sunbathe at this island overlook point known for its wildlife viewing area.
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A coastal landscape with cliffs and a clear blue sea.

Channel Islands National Park

9.0/10 (157 reviews)
Surround yourself with dramatic cliffs, beautiful beaches and fascinating wildlife at this stunning island haven.
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A beach with sand dunes and a calm body of water reflecting the sky.

Oxnard State Beach

8.8/10 (233 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oxnard State Beach during your trip to Oxnard?
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A seagull on a beach with waves in the background.

Silver Strand Beach

8.8/10 (190 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Silver Strand Beach during your travels in Oxnard?
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Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Channel Islands Maritime Museum

7.4/10 (32 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Channel Islands Maritime Museum during your trip to Oxnard. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smugglers Cove?
Smugglers Cove is located in Santa Barbara. This walkable area is known for its array of wineries and major shopping area. Santa Barbara is home to 1180 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Smugglers Cove?
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 2 bars and a restaurant. You'll find it 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Smugglers Cove. Other good options around the area include Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor/Oxnard and Casa Via Mar Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smugglers Cove, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Smugglers Cove.