Tucked in the valley just behind Ventura, Ojai is a quiet sanctuary of orange groves and ancient oaks. Known as 'The Nest,' it’s a place where time slows down—especially during the 'Pink Moment' at sunset when the Topatopa Mountains glow. We can’t wait to share our favorite hidden gem with you. Just a heads up: it’s a small town with a big soul (and very few Ubers), so we recommend staying close to the action.
~ ½ mile from The Dutchess
Su Nido Inn (approx. 0.4 miles) – Hideaway, cozy and close to downtown.
Chantico Inn & Suites (approx. 0.5 miles) – A charming Victorian-style inn with a pool and complimentary breakfast.
~0.5 – 1.5 miles from The Dutchess
The Capri Hotel (approx. 0.6 miles) – A stylishly renovated midcentury-modern hotel. It has a hip vibe and a great pool area.
Casa Ojai Inn (approx. 0.7 miles) – Located at the eastern end of the village, this is a solid option with a saltwater pool.
Hummingbird Inn (approx. 0.7 miles) – A relaxed, boutique-style inn with views of the Topatopa Mountains.
Emerald Iguana Inn (approx. 0.8 miles) – A "hidden gem" boutique hotel featuring local artwork and lush garden.
Ojai Valley Inn (approx. 1.4 miles) – Golf, Spa, multiple pools
~2.0 – 4.0 miles from The Dutchess
Blue Iguana Inn (approx. 2.5 miles) – Located in the "Meiners Oaks" area, this Southwest-themed inn offers artistic boarding.
Ojai Retreat & Inn (approx. 2.8 miles) – A serene, hilltop bed and breakfast.
Note: There are several more places to stay in Ojai not mentioned here and Ventura is a 20 minute drive from Ojai with more options for places to stay.
Stay
Getting there
Flying
Los Angeles, Burbank and Santa Barbara airports are the closest with drive times being appx:
LAX → Ojai ~ 1.5 hours
BUR → Ojai ~ 1.5 hours
SBA → Ojai ~ 1 hour
Getting around
Ojai is a very walkable town and we plan to keep everything close together.