Ojai Valley Inn
Relaxed California glamour with genuine historic bones. Spanish Colonial whitewash and terracotta roofs, centuries-old oaks, lavender-scented pathways. Formal enough for anniversary dinners at Olivella, casual enough to pedal to town on a complimentary Linus bike.
Book spa treatments and Olivella dinner reservations well in advance — both fill up fast on weekends
Why It Matters
One of Southern California's most storied resorts — 100-year pedigree, Forbes Five-Star spa, an 18-hole championship golf course hailed as a golfing marvel since 1923, and a culinary program rooted in the Ojai Valley's own farms and orchards. The town of Ojai itself, known for its 'pink moment' sunsets and bohemian arts scene, sits just minutes away.
A 220-acre Spanish Colonial revival resort that opened in 1923 and has never really stopped reinventing itself. Founded as a private country club by Ohio glass magnate Edward Libbey and designed by architect Wallace Neff, it's since hosted Clark Gable, Judy Garland, Frank Capra, PGA Tours, and a steady stream of LA weekenders who treat it like a second home. The $90 million renovation cemented its AAA Five Diamond status, and a further $10 million guestroom overhaul completed in 2024 means the rooms finally match the legendary grounds.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Casa Elar
The resort-within-the-resort. A gated, 10,407-sq-ft Spanish villa on a full private acre with four premium suites plus a detached fifth suite for staff or guests. Its own dedicated Estate Manager handles everything from arrival logistics to spa bookings. Includes a chef's kitchen, firelit great room, library, wisteria-shaded terrace with limestone fountains and pizza oven, and a heated pool with valley views. Redesigned in 2022 by interior designer Natalie Konstant. Popular for celebrity escapes, family reunions, and intimate weddings.
Fireplace Mini-Suite
At 625 sq ft, this is a proper suite upgrade — the fireplace can be enjoyed from bed or from the fireside sectional. Arabesque-inspired luxury shower and deep soaking tub in the bathroom. Fully furnished balcony or patio for quieter moments.
King or Two QueensFireplace Shangri-La Room
Named for Ojai's role as Shangri-La in Frank Capra's 1937 film. At 550 sq ft, these rooms have a private fireplace, an expansive bathroom with an oversized soaking tub, and a separate shower. A plush seating area beside the fire makes a natural landing spot after a day in the valley.
Fireplace Suite
800 sq ft with a separate living room featuring a fireplace and wet bar, plus a second fireplace in the bedroom itself. Fully furnished balcony or patio overlooks resort grounds and valley. Great for entertaining or extended stays.
King or Two QueensHacienda Penthouse
The largest penthouse at 1,900 sq ft, elevated on the second floor of a hillside villa with sweeping panoramic views. Designed for entertaining — includes a spacious living room with dramatic fireplace, a dining room for eight, a kitchenette, and an expansive private patio through French doors. No pets.
KingMoonrise Penthouse
Perched atop Spa Ojai, this 1,000 sq ft one-bedroom penthouse opens to a living room with 16-foot vaulted ceilings, a dramatic marble fireplace, a FontanaArte chandelier, and grand arched windows. The outdoor terrace frames views of the Topatopa Mountains. No pets permitted.
KingOjai Garden / Terrace Room
Contemporary Spanish-style rooms averaging 435 sq ft set in a garden or terrace setting. Bathrooms have Baltic silver marble, custom dual-sink vanities, a separate arabesque luxury shower, and a deep soaking tub. Each room has a spacious private terrace with intimate seating around a gas-burning stone fire pit.
King or Two QueensOjai Luxury Room
425 sq ft rooms with private terrace and sitting area. Contemporary Spanish design with the same upgraded Baltic silver marble bath package — arabesque shower plus deep soaking tub. ADA-accessible options available.
King or Two QueensSunset Penthouse
Also atop Spa Ojai and also 1,000 sq ft, this one-bedroom penthouse earns its name. The living area has a stone fireplace surrounded by built-in bookshelves and a custom dry bar. But the grand patio — with its own outdoor fireplace — is the main event, with unobstructed sunset views. No pets.
KingWallace Neff Estate Room
Named for the original architect of the 1923 clubhouse. These reimagined rooms balance modern design with old-world charm: feature wall, custom tufted carpet and furnishings, Carrara marble bathroom and shower, and Frette Italian linens. Art throughout celebrates the celebrity guests who sought refuge here across the decades.
The Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A working artist studio and apothecary open daily 10am–6pm. Drop in for creative exploration. Family Craft Hour daily 10–11am costs $18 per craft including service charge.
Curated spiritual experiences at Spa Ojai: Spiritual Counseling, Crystal & Reiki Healing Energy, Crystal Sound Healing, and Meditative Sound Bath.
Tour the resort's private apiary with the resident beekeeper — see inside a working hive, spot the queen bee, and taste cold-pressed raw honey. By appointment, Mon–Sun.
Open-air jeep tours into the valley mountains. Driver-guided and tailored to families, wine lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, or corporate groups.
Complimentary Linus bikes for resort exploration. Guided tours also available — Beginner (~3 miles) and Moderate (~7 miles) routes into downtown Ojai with a walking tour of galleries and tasting rooms.
Guided hikes ranging from relaxed nature walks to challenging power hikes through local Ojai wilderness trails. Reserve through Spa Ojai.
River Valley Trail Ride suited for beginner to intermediate riders. One-hour guided ride through the valley with Topatopa mountain range views.
Arrange a surf lesson 30 minutes from the resort with local pro-surfer Mary Osborne. Beginner to expert. Booked through Discover Ojai.
Daily themed programming for ages 4–12: outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, creative exploration, and interactive play. Full days, half days, and weekend night camp options. 24-hour advance registration required.
Grab a complimentary Linus bike and visit Libbey's Artisan Marketplace to build a custom picnic basket. A genuinely pleasant way to explore the grounds.
18-hole course originally designed by George C. Thomas Jr. in 1923 — the same architect behind Riviera and Bel-Air country clubs. Wanders 6,292 yards through valleys and over hills. Par 70, rating 71.0, slope 132. Hotel guests pay $180 for 18 holes, day guests $190. 9-hole rates also available. Private lessons from $100/30 min.
Voted one of Tennis Magazine's Top 50 Tennis Resorts. Private, semi-private, and group lessons available. Contact Discover Ojai to reserve.
Complimentary daily fitness and wellness classes at Spa Ojai's Fitness Veranda. Fitness Walks, Yoga, Meditation, Spinning, TRX, and Body Conditioning. Included in the daily service charge.
AIReal Yoga-certified instructors use suspended silk hammocks to guide individual, couple, or small group sessions at Spa Ojai. Refine, realign, and renew your practice in a genuinely unusual setting.
Weekly institution every Sunday 9:30am–2pm. Live bluegrass music, signature buffet with carving station, raw bar, seasonal salads, and desserts. $75/person (includes coffee, tea, juice, soda). $15 for children 12 and under. Mimosas $20 extra.
Intimate multi-course guest chef dinners featuring renowned and rising-star chefs from America's top restaurants. Curated wine pairings included.
Hands-on cooking classes at The Farmhouse epicurean event venue. Led by resort culinary professionals using locally grown and regionally raised ingredients.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Self-service business center located off the main lobby.
Dedicated concierge hub next to the resort aviary. Expert Experience Planners who customize on-property and off-property itineraries. Call (805) 640-3562 or contact at info@ojaivalleyinn.com.
Available throughout guest rooms, pool areas, resort lobby, and all public spaces.
Available daily 6:30am–10pm with an after-hours limited menu. Menus accessible via in-room tablet or QR code.
A mandatory $60 + 15% occupancy tax per room per night. Covers: unlimited local/toll-free phone calls, nightly turndown, full fitness center access, daily Mind & Body classes, complimentary Linus bike use, in-room Nespresso machine, select digital newspapers/magazines via in-room tablet, and daily newspaper on request.
Fully equipped fitness center at Spa Ojai with cardio equipment, strength training, free weights, and kettlebells. Open daily 7am–7pm. Ages 16+. Included in daily service charge.
Included in daily service charge.
Included in all rooms as part of the daily service charge.
Pet-friendly with no weight, height, or breed restrictions. A limited number of pets welcomed daily. Additional fees apply. Specific rooms designated; penthouses are pet-free. Grass areas designated throughout resort.
Indigo Pool (adult-only, full bar, VIP cabanas), Pixie Pool (family-friendly, kids' food, parent indulgences), Tranquility Pool (Spa Ojai, calm, private cabanas), Energy Pool (Spa Ojai, 60-foot two-lane lap pool, outdoor hot tub). All pools open 7am–9pm (Indigo and Pixie); Spa pools 8:30am–6:30pm.
Complimentary golf cart transportation around the expansive grounds. The resort is large — carts are practical. Call for pickup; numbered golf cart stops around property.
Complimentary daily Linus bike use included in the daily service charge. Ride the resort grounds or head into town.
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