Ojai Valley Inn
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4.5
977 Reviews (977)
5 Stars
669
4 Stars
206
3 Stars
66
2 Stars
21
1 Stars
15
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.6
88.8%
Recommend this course
902 out of 977 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
24 Reviews (24)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
83.3%
Recommend this course
20 out of 24 reviews
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4.5
59 Reviews (59)
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.5
86.4%
Recommend this course
51 out of 59 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 70
Length 6252 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.0

Opened in 1923, Ojai Valley Inn Golf Course is one of California's first great courses. Over the decades that the course has been open, it has hosted a number of professional players and celebrities ranging from Arnold Palmer to Will Smith. George C. Thomas, Jr., who created the Riviera, collaborated with Billy Bell to design the original golf course but Jay Morrish made the layout considerably more challenging with renovations in 1988. Ten years later, two holes from the original Thomas/Bell layout that were lost during a redesign following WWII were completely restored and incorporated into the layout. The challenging golf course is very narrow in some spots and it features undulating greens that putt fast and true. The layout is not particularly long but it requires accuracy and proper club selection in order to score well.

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Course Details

Year Built 1923
Fairways Kikuyu Grass
Greens Kikuyu Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect George C. Thomas, Jr. (1923) William P. Bell (1923) Jay Morrish (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Spa, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.5
977 Reviews (977)

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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Conditions awesome, Course Challenging but very fun.

We loved our round at OVI, course was in great shape, a little tricky to find the pro shop, range facility was great, the layout was a lot of fun 3, 8, 10, 12 and 13 were somewhat forgettable holes but the rest of the course was a blast for two lower handicap players.

I would play here again at the right price or if staying at the resort.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Huge disappointment

My family and I visited Ojai Valley Inn golf course and had much higher expectations compared to the reality of the golf course. There was a large storm 4days prior to our visit and the golf course was at a very poor state beyond what I anticipated. There were leaves, broken branches, stumps, and even whole trees sprawled throughout the whole golf course. In addition over 90% of the courses were still partially submerged in water. Hole #11 was also completely closed off for play which the clubhouse did mention but they failed to mention anything other than that. I would have expected at least a slight forewarning when I was checking in for my tee time regarding the state of the course especially when I'm paying over 120+ per person but no regards nor were given. It's a huge disappointment and it's quite shocking how no considerations were given to me nor any members of my family. I drove all the way from SD with my daughter who is visiting out of state to with the anticipation to have a great time but Ojai Valley Inn golf course has severely fell short on majority of my expectations and prior visit and I will have to reconsider my visit in the future now based on my experience on the 28th.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 16
1.0
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Previously Played

Not managrd course and risky condotion.

The course was not manatainrnced and a lots of broken trees and leives etc,

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging layout

Overall, very enjoyable experience. Some of the holes were quite challenging with some blind carries. A few of the holes are very straightforward though. Greens were in good condition. Stop was very helpful and friendly. The surrounding mountains are beautiful. We stayed at the resort which was a very comfortable place to stay.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Front to Back

Great greens. The front is target golf. The back is in front of you. A very well-maintained course with some unique holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day

Very nice course and staff. It was a little warm which we expected but we had the course for ourselves. It was a great day and will go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wow

Still talking about how amazing this course is weeks later. Amazing design and worth the cost.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Previously Played

4.5 Hour Round

Extremely slow. I know it’s resort golf but it was brutal. Staff didn’t care. No ranger keeping groups in check. Overall, disappointment.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What an Incredible Resort and Golf Course

First time playing. Despite the cost, more than we are accustom too, Absolutely Worth Every Penny. The staff is beyond helpful, conditions perfect.

The course itself is particular challenging on the front 9, much more reasonable on the back 9. What a Wonderful experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Amazing and Fun

Had a blast would play again, challenging course, pretty compact fairways, you have to hit great shots, there are some areas where you can hit down on others with blind shots.. over great, even saw a few celebrities.. over all fun for my birthday..

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tough Course - But Worth it

Be prepared, the front 9 has plenty of challenges, the back is much more reasonably. Be sure to talk with the incredible Mark (starter), without his guidance the day would have been Much harder.

All of the staff from beginning to end were terrific.

The cost to play might appear expensive, however, it's worth every penny. Enjoy

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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