Ojai Valley, California
Famous for its sunsets and laidback ambiance, Ojai Valley is home to one of Inspirato’s most impressive estates. With over 10,000 square feet of living space, a private pool, and expansive outdoor living areas, Casa Elar strikes the perfect balance of seclusion and access to award-winning resort amenities.
Within the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, you’ll find a championship golf course, an expansive spa, several on-site restaurants, kids’ programming, and more.
Shangri-La of the Golden State
In Ventura County just 3 miles from the expansive Los Padres National Forest, the accommodations at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa's are inspired by haciendas. Resplendent and rustic, the resort's accolades include Condé Nast's 2015 Gold List and Travel + Leisure's 500 Best Hotels. The resort is is serene and surrounded by rolling hills and mountains. The city has long served as a spiritual retreat to the masses and locals place an emphasis on natural beauty and health. Serving as a backdrop for various Hollywood films for decades, Ojai is conveniently located just 15 miles inland from the breakers of the Pacific Ocean.
Quick Facts
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City Nickname
Shangri-La -
Borders
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Garrett Lemire Memorial Grand Prix
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Ojai Wine Festival
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Ojai Translation
ʼAwhaý meaning "moon"
Fresh Things to Do
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Private Golf Lesson
Ready to take your game to the next level? Ask your Destination Concierge to book a private lesson with one of Ojai Valley Inn & Spa's certified PGA professionals at the on-site, 18-hole course.
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Artist Cottage & Apothecary
The on-site apothecary welcomes you to take a class in watercolor, silk scarf painting, basic drawing or Orizomegami. Beauty buffs will treasure the opportunity to custom blend their own perfume.
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Camp Oak for Kids
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa is an ideal retreat for families thanks to Camp Oak, a series of programming for kiddos ages 4 to 12. The younger set will enjoy outdoor activities, arts and crafts, swimming and nature exploration.
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Ventura Pier and Promenade
A half-hour drive from your accommodations, Ventura Pier and Promenade is a sleepy piece of shore perfect for a long walk with the family. Benches along the way allow you to rest and admire the sunset.
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On-Site Dining
With seven on-site dining options as well as room service, there will be no shortage of culinary adventures during your stay in Ojai. Poolside cocktails, tapas and alfresco dining under a vine-covered pergola will not disappoint.
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Rose Valley Falls Trail
Hiking is pretty much a religion in this region of California and north of Ojai, Rose Valley Falls Trail is an easy hike (less than a mile total, out and back) with views of a waterfall and a terrain friendly to all fitness levels.
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Featured Activity
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Ojai Olive Oil Ranch
On Ladera Road, Ojai Olive Oil Ranch is open for complimentary tours and tastings on Wednesdays and Saturdays. On Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., find them at the Ojai Farmers Market downtown on Matilija Street.
Wander the trees. Tours are not scheduled at designated times, just given when people stop by. Gather near the old olive oil trees and wander through the property. The tour takes anywhere from 25 to 45 minutes, depending on the size of your group and how many questions you have.
Tasting room. Visit the tasting room to sample the oil and buy gifts to take home. In addition to its edible wares, the ranch sells mandarin olive oil lip balm and soaps.
Harvest time. Olive trees thrive in the Mediterranean climate of Ojai and harvest season generally runs from mid-October to mid-January. The olives are carefully picked by hand by the meticulous staff of the ranch and then pressed and processed in November and December. A Christmas or early January visit to the ranch means you'll taste the freshest olive oil in California.
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Travel Tips
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Mediterranean Climate
Surrounded by cool breezes over the coastal valley, Ojai is a gentle region. Summers that are warm and dry and winters that are relatively mild and cool mean that temperatures are never extreme. This keeps the area attractive to travelers year-round.
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Los Angeles Day Trip
Ojai is beautiful and remote but if you crave a cityscape, the City of Angels is just 82 miles away. Quench your appetite for high-end shopping on Rodeo Drive or settle into a low-lit, romantic table for two in Hollywood.
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Rosemary and Lavender
These luxurious herbs grow happily in the valley and you'll find these fresh delights incorporated both into the variety of entrees available at the on-site restaurants and in the body treatments served up for your pleasure at the resort's spa.
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Roadside Fruit Stands
Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, the valley is a mecca for fruits and vegetables. Many locals sell their goods at roadside fruit stands and some even operate on an honor system; leave money in the locked box and take your items to go.
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Weather
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Forecasting Your Ojai Valley Vacation
Ojai enjoys pleasant temperatures year-round with minimal rainfall. Located about 20 miles inland from the ocean and separated from the water by idyllic mountains, the valley is generally warmer than other Southern California destinations that are right on the beach. However, temperatures can vary greatly from day to night, so it's a good idea to carry light jacket with you during your vacation.
