Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort
1050 Schooner Dr, Ventura, CA 93001, Ventura, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort is a 4-star hotel overlooking Ventura Marina in Ventura, California. Decorated in cool tones, the property offers a relaxed, low-key atmosphere with harbor views and easy access to the coastline. It carries a public rating of 4 out of 5 based on 1,233 reviews, though guest experiences with the physical condition of the property vary.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms and one-bedroom suites feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, with some rooms offering private balconies. Several guests describe the rooms as roomy with comfortable beds and clean linens, while other reviews note dated decor, worn furnishings, fluorescent lighting, and a lack of modern conveniences like USB charging ports in certain suites.
Dining & Amenities
On-site dining includes an informal restaurant and a low-key lobby bar, and breakfast is available for an additional charge. The hotel also offers a heated outdoor pool, an indoor hot tub, a fitness center, a convenience shop, and meeting space for groups and events. An airport shuttle and on-site parking are also available.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits directly on Ventura Marina, just 834m from Harbor Cove Beach and roughly 1,158m from Marina Park. San Buenaventura State Beach and Ventura Beach are both within about 3km, while historic and cultural sites such as Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, the Museum of Ventura County, and Olivas Adobe Historic Park are all within a 5.2km radius. The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park is especially close, just 711m away.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers seeking a harbor-side base for beach and outdoor activities, given its proximity to Harbor Cove Beach, Marina Park, and multiple state beaches within a few kilometers. It's also a practical option for groups and event attendees, thanks to on-site meeting space and staff noted for their helpfulness with group and catering arrangements. Budget-conscious travelers who prioritize location and price over polished room finishes may also find it a workable choice.
Travel tips
Given the marina-front setting, pack for coastal weather and consider walking to Harbor Cove Beach or the nearby Channel Islands National Park visitor center, both under a kilometer away. An airport shuttle is available, which can simplify transport for guests flying in, and on-site parking removes the need to search for street parking near the harbor. Since breakfast is charged separately, budget travelers may prefer exploring nearby Ventura eateries instead.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed. Many reviewers praise the friendly, responsive staff, spacious and clean rooms, good on-site dining, and the convenient harbor-front location near beaches and event-hosting capability for groups. However, a recurring negative theme concerns the property's dated and worn condition, including complaints about outdated fluorescent lighting, stained carpets, tired furnishings, and a general sense that the hotel needs renovation. Several reviewers also felt the room rates were too high relative to the property's condition, and a few noted the fitness equipment was dirty or the property seemed understaffed. Despite these concerns, the location and staff friendliness were consistently cited as strong points.
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