Beach and Oxnard Shores
Start with the coast if beach walks and ocean time are the focus of your trip. Check the exact walking route to the beach, parking arrangements and any resort fees before booking.
Visit Oxnard lodging guide →Your base in Oxnard
Stay close to your kind of day.
Compare areas first, then check availability and rates with the accommodation provider.
Channel Islands Harbor
A convenient area for marina walks and waterfront restaurants. Confirm whether a property is on the water or simply near the harbor; check the map before booking.
Explore the area map →North Oxnard and the freeway corridor
Consider north Oxnard if access to US 101 and shopping around RiverPark is your priority. Compare driving distance to the coast rather than assuming every Oxnard property is beachside.
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Places to stay in Oxnard
8 hotels and inns in this guide. Pros and watch-outs come from the linked sources; the most recent review was October 27, 2026. Cards marked location and brand only do not confirm amenities or fees. Policies change, so confirm details with the hotel before you book.
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Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Mandalay Beach2101 Mandalay Beach Road, Oxnard, CA 93035
Pros
- Oceanfront all-suite resort on Mandalay Beach.
- Pool, jacuzzi, fire pits and on-site Ox & Ocean restaurant.
- Listed as pet-friendly.
Watch-outs
- Quiet beach setting away from downtown and the 101; plan on driving.
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Sources: visitoxnard.com
Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor
Channel Islands Harbor3231 Peninsula Road, Oxnard, CA 93035
Pros
- On a marina in Channel Islands Harbor, the closest access point to Channel Islands National Park.
- Free hot breakfast or grab-and-go breakfast bags.
Watch-outs
- Harbor location is a drive from downtown Oxnard and Highway 101.
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Best Western Oxnard Inn
Downtown Oxnard1156 South Oxnard Boulevard, Oxnard, CA 93030
Pros
- A few blocks from downtown Oxnard and walkable to restaurants.
- Remodeled pool and spa area; fitness center.
- Pet-friendly; rooms have a refrigerator and microwave.
Watch-outs
- Not on the beach; about a 10-minute drive away.
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Sources: visitoxnard.com
Staybridge Suites Oxnard - River Ridge
River Ridge2101 West Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036
Pros
- All-suite hotel next to River Ridge Golf Course; suites have full kitchens.
- Two heated pools, three whirlpool spas and five lighted tennis courts.
- Daily buffet breakfast.
Watch-outs
- Pets allowed for a $100 nonrefundable fee.
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Sources: visitoxnard.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ventura Oxnard
RiverPark701 Town Center Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036
Pros
- In RiverPark, walkable to The Collection shopping and dining center.
- Free hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi; suites have full kitchens.
Watch-outs
- Downtown, the harbor and beaches are a short drive, not a walk.
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Holiday Inn Oxnard Ventura
Esplanade / Highway 101600 East Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036
Pros
- Off Highway 101, about five minutes from The Collection at RiverPark.
- Outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi; lobby bar and grill with Starbucks.
- Rooms have balconies or patios, microwaves and mini fridges.
Watch-outs
- Freeway-side location; a car is the easiest way to reach beaches and downtown.
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Sources: visitoxnard.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
Highway 101 / Rice Avenue1950 Solar Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036
Pros
- Free hot breakfast daily and a Wednesday evening reception.
- All suites with full kitchens; outdoor heated pool and BBQ area.
- Listed as pet-friendly.
Watch-outs
- At the 101 freeway in a business and industrial area, far from the beach.
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Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
Highway 101 / Rice Avenue2000 Solar Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036
Pros
- Off the 101 midway between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
- On-site Garden Grille restaurant and bar; heated outdoor pool.
- Pet-friendly rooms available.
Watch-outs
- Freeway-side business area; the beaches and harbor are a drive away.
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Sources: visitoxnard.com
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Cultural stops in Oxnard
Use these addresses to choose a convenient base for your visit, then compare the actual journey on the map.
Historic district
Heritage Square
Heritage Square in Oxnard, California, can be contacted at HeritageSquare@medallionguards.com or by phone at (805)485-5500, with the address being 715 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030. Appointments are made via email…
Museum
Channel Islands Maritime Museum
Maritime galleries and docent-led discovery beside Channel Islands Harbor.
History museum
Oxnard Historic Farm Park
Owned and operated by the Oxnard Historic Farm Park Foundation, Oxnard Historic Farm Park has an 1870s farmhouse, an 1869 brick residence and winery, and a Chumash Garden at its entrance. The site uses agricultural…
Art gallery
Open Door Studio
Open Door Studio provides a space for artists to express themselves, with a program specifically for neurodivergent artists. The studio operates in Downtown Oxnard. Roxanne Trujillo serves as the Executive Director and…
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