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Ventura Beach Marriott

4.2 ★★★★☆ 1,391 Google reviews · Beachfront wedding venue in Ventura, California · 0.4 mi to the sand

Relaxed hotel by the beach offering a colorful restaurant/bar, a tropical terrace & an outdoor pool.

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  • Setting beachfront venue, 0.4 mi to the sand — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Capacity couples mention 100–100-guest weddings in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
  • Phone +1 805-643-6000
  • Website marriott.com — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

2055 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of Ventura Beach Marriott and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 1,391 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 4 mentions

“Beautiful, clean and modern grounds and rooms, especially the king suite with it's amazing views from the balcony.”

🤝 staff who go above & beyond 2 mentions

From the reviews

I’ve been coming to the Ventura Beach Marriott every year for nearly a decade, and watching its transformation has been genuinely impressive. What was once a somewhat mid-90s, slightly stodgy hotel has evolved into a bright, beautifully designed, open, and welcoming space that feels both modern and comfortable without…

★★★★★ — Karen, Mar 2026

I always have a wonderful experience at the Ventura Beach Marriott. I want to give a special thank you to Andy and Gabe for their exceptional service, kindness, and professionalism. They consistently go above and beyond to make every visit feel welcoming and comfortable.

★★★★★ — Lena, Apr 2026

Great location! Short walk to the beach and several options for food and drinks on Seaward Ave. Or, if you choose to stay at the Marriott and go to The Channel for drinks....ask for Mark!

★★★★★ — Juanita1, May 2026

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Getting married at Ventura Beach Marriott

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.