We’ve now stayed at Cliff House Inn five times, and it’s truly a place we want to love. The views are absolutely unbeatable—being right on the edge of the ocean, hearing the waves all night, and even spotting dolphins from your room or at breakfast is something special.That said, this stay unfortunately highlighted some ongoing issues that are hard to overlook.When we arrived, there was no one at the front desk for quite a while, which made check-in feel a bit disorganized. We got in around 3:30pm, but the restaurant was closed until 5pm—leaving no options for drinks or light snacks. Since the nearest places are about 20–30 minutes away, we ended up leaving the property just to find something small to eat before our dinner reservation.Dinner, as always, was a highlight—great service, great food, and those incredible ocean views. That part never disappoints.The room, however, did. It was very warm and muggy when we arrived. We opened the ocean-facing window for airflow, but the other windows face the parking lot/freeway side, so opening those meant dealing with noise instead of a breeze. On top of that, the sheets were visibly torn in multiple places, and we noticed what looked like small dried bugs on the bedding, which was pretty off-putting.We planned to bring these concerns to someone’s attention, but again, no one was at the front desk when we went to look.Breakfast the next morning was just okay—but the view almost makes up for it. Watching the ocean (and dolphins!) while eating is something you can’t replicate. Although, fair warning… the seagulls are bold. One literally landed on our table, grabbed a whole hard-boiled egg, and flew off with it—and was helping itself to other tables too.Overall, this place has incredible potential and one of the most beautiful locations you’ll find. But for the price and repeat visits, the rooms, cleanliness, and basic amenities (like staffing and food options throughout the day) really need some attention and upgrades.We’ll probably still come back for the views—but we always leave wishing the experience matched the setting a little better.

So much of the criticism in other reviews is not consistent with my stay. I've know the place for decades, used to ive a few houses over. Ventura county coaast has nothing even close. Rooms are spcaiouism flat screen TVs, large fridge. Trye they are not flexible about checkin or out. But GRAT value, price has come down this year. VERY reasonable price. Biggest gripe is the screens cannot be removed and obstruct the view a bit. With a bit of investment the place could be spectacular. In its current state its still quite good. Breatfast is weak and needs improvement, agree with that criticism. The beaxh is at most a 100 meter walk not two miles. Yes they built a wallk so cannot enter from Northbound. The restiuarnt is one of the best in VEntura County. VERY popular. Hotel guests CAN use pool after 5pm, I have no idea whjere these other posters got these ideas. While thee saw pod of dolphins swim by less than 30 meters from the pool, and LOADS of pelicans fishing just offshore,m and two whale spourts about a half mile offshore. Weather was lovely. Its a lovely seaside corner away from the maddening masses in SoCal.

Rooms look old and outdated and very stuffy . Staff at front desk were not friendly at all and they put us in a room next to the noisy front desk and when we asked to be moved they claimed they had not rooms left when clearly they did ! For the condition of this hotel it’s overpriced

Stunning view- love to be so close to the ocean. No easy access to beach though. Rooms are clean but no AC and very strong smell of antiseptic cleaning fluid. I did enjoy the sheets and blanket instead of the usual impossibly hot duvet though. Bathrooms spartan and rather old, but clean and functional. Trickiest part is making sure you arrive after 3 to check in. We tried ( after informing on the booking) to check in early as we had to make it to a wedding. No one at check in between 2 and 3. At all. Just made it back before 10:30 from wedding to check in with minutes to spare! Would have been good if they had replied to my request to give us more warning. Also - to get the best ocean view- try to avoid the stairs. We were in rm 10- large noisy staircase in front of the view. Finally -included breakfast is basic motel fare. Costco pastries, bagel, boiled eggs and cream cheese of peanut butter- junk fruit. Coffee was good tho - and enjoying breakfast while facing the ocean is wonderful!

Nice views. Right on the water. Restaurant was nice and the service and food was fine.Big problem was the hotel room . Dated would be kind to describe the room. Go there for lunch or dinner but stay somewhere else.