Not bad so far. Will finish review after our trip. We got 140 dollar room for 78 dollars on a weekday. So good so far rooms are little bit dated. If you search for hotels in Ventura on Travelocity this is the secret hotel that's 4 stars.

Went back to the Crowne Plaza's NYE party for the fourth year in a row. It is seriously the most fun. I had stopped going out on new year's long ago because I didn't want to fight the crowds or risk driving but now that I've found this party, New Year's is one of my favorite nights of the year! The food is outstanding, the room is beautiful and the view is amazing, but the best thing of all is the d.j. The most fun, lively, motivating d.j. ever. Then after a night of dancing and partying, you just take the elevator to your room- safe and sound. We woke up on New Year's Day and had a great breakfast and a nice long walk along the beach. Everyone should do this!!

Great hotel to enjoy the ocean in Ventura! Sunset from the room was incredible! The beds are awesome and it is walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants! The trains/traffic are a bit on the loud side! At night it was pretty quiet!

This hotel is perfect for a relaxing one or two-night stay in Ventura. All rooms have small balconies and face the gorgeous Pacific Ocean. Determine whether you want the glare of the sun bouncing off the ocean when you awake (South-facing rooms) or at dusk (North facing). For the offseason price of $140 for a king, this place couldn't be beat.

They have upgraded many of the rooms and all have flat screen TVs and soft, comfy beds. There is an outdoor pool and sitting, firepit area off the lobby bar.

The quaint "downtown" Ventura area is less than a 10-minute walk which allows you to leave the car at the hotel ($10 per night) and simply walk to drinks and dinner. Eric Erickson's fish restuarnt is just steps away on the long pier. Perfect for a happy hour cocktail overlooking the ocean.

The best food in town is at Lure, a new high(er) end oyster and fish house. Freshly shucked ostyers are $1.50 per between 4-6pm. If you like brew (and don't care about particularly good food), check out the Anacapa Brewing Company.

You may also want to step back in time to the beginnings of California living with a visit to the Mission Santa Bueanaventura at the end of Main Street ($4 per person. Self-guided tours).

There are several motels in town that might be a few bucks less, but if you're looking for a full-service resort with a killer view, spend a couple extra bucks at stay at the Crowne.