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Ojai Valley Inn

4.5
995 Reviews (995)
Ojai Valley Inn
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4.5
995 Reviews (995)
5 Stars
679
4 Stars
212
3 Stars
68
2 Stars
21
1 Stars
15
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.6
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88.7%
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918 out of 995 reviews
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4.5
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.5%
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17 out of 19 reviews
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4.4
44 Reviews (44)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
86.4%
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38 out of 44 reviews
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Course Highlights
Ojai Valley Inn's course consistently earns high marks for immaculate conditions, fast sloping greens, and a strategically varied layout that challenges golfers of all levels. Welcoming staff, excellent amenities, and strong value through GolfNow make this resort course a standout booking.

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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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 70 6252 yards 71.0 131
Blue (W) 72 6252 yards 77.3 142
White 70 5900 yards 69.3 126
White (W) 72 5900 yards 75.3 136
Thomas (W) 71 5350 yards 72.1 133
Thomas 71 5350 yards 67.1 120
Red 70 5211 yards 66.1 118
Red (W) 72 5211 yards 71.3 131
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Scorecard for Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 71.0/131 W: 77.3/142 373 358 115 297 440 312 392 128 517 2932 419 227 487 405 203 571 203 403 402 3320 6252
White M: 69.3/126 W: 75.3/136 371 330 105 274 433 299 379 119 499 2809 404 181 458 399 186 510 179 385 389 3091 5900
Red M: 66.1/118 W: 71.3/131 356 279 98 128 416 294 345 104 435 2455 367 133 435 364 152 482 146 275 402 2756 5211
Handicap 5 9 17 13 3 11 1 15 7 8 18 16 10 14 12 4 6 2
Par 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 3 5 35 4 3 5 4 3 5 3 4 4 35 70
Handicap (W) 3 7 17 13 9 11 1 15 5 8 18 4 12 16 2 14 10 6
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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
995 Reviews (995)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 51
Patio Dining 44
Brunch 25
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 66
Bunkers 56
Forced Carries 53
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 56
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 56
Advanced Golfers 44
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 68
Worth the Drive 67
Convenient to the City 12

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rbenedict157
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Really fun golf course

I’ve played here maybe a half dozen times in the past twenty years and as usual the golf course didn’t disappoint. The layout is great, a really nice mix of golf.with generous fairways and interesting green complexes. Course conditions, like the weather were near flawless, smooth quick greens and perfect lies in the fairways. I wish I could have stayed another day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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bodie2855
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My favorite California course

This course hasn’t lost its charm after 94 years. Love the layout, the staff, the surroundings and the challenge. It’s always in good shape and I never tire of bringing new friends to experience the tranquility and old school charm this course has to offer.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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rhart51
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Classic Thomas layout

Course is not long, but will challenge even the best players. Greens are fast with subtle, hard to read breaks. Lots of elevation changes challenge club selection. Fairways are generous but big misses are severely penalized. Part 3s are challenging with many over 200 yards. If you are a fan of classic designs and want a challenge, this is a course to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u00000649282
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The experience at Ojai Valley Inn and SUSAN a is like not other hotel. It is outstanding for n every way

It is the best experience in the West rod. Every hole is challenging but that is what make it a lot of fun.

Ojai is the best

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Mike6719964
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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papafit
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Short Game Required

This classic course is not long but, it requires proper placement off the tee and good approach shots. The greens are in great shape but, have many subtle breaks. The staff is always excellent. They go out of their way to serve and make sure your experience is a good one.

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

Serene beauty!

Just love this course! The beauty and serenity and of course the challenge of the course make it a very special destination golf course for me.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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hemitwo
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A great experience!

I got a hot deal that was $100 off the normal price! This course was super well kept and I finished the round in just 3 hours! They give you the VIP treatment with a valet and also provide fresh fruit from nearby orchards while on the course! I will defygo back to play here the next time I’m in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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BigDeho
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

ojai valley inn

Usually the course is tougher cause the greens can run faster. Up to a 12 stimp. Beautiful location with the mountains surrounding. Very friendly staff. Carts have GPS. Range is pretty good. all the balls you want to hit.Can get very hot at times. Bring sunscreen. There is poison oak if you wander. . Lots of wildlife all over

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Sotestar
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

The greens were in great condition 6 weeks after punched, the course is in great condition and requires player course management on some holes. Overall great place to play. Will definitely return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Charlie8948149
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Ojai Golf AAA

Always a fun golf outting and the staff and food make it exceptional.

Love playing Ojai!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u000007528630
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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colklinkgolf
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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colklinkgolf
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Dale9174005
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this course

Still my favorite in Ventura County. Greens were plugged about a month ago and not quite back to perfect conditions. Views, amenities and staff make this a five star track.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u377519177
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ojai Valley Inn Golf Course

5 stars. Staff was courteous, proffesional and attentive. I’m going back again next week.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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uXSCB9020XS
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Excellent course

Some construction on 9 and 18 but does not impact the round . Course is in great condition

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u536692934
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Never disappoints:::

Course is spectacular. Views are really beautiful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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davecarney
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

awesome track. This golf course is so interesting I never get tired of playing it. The course must have hired a new superintendent because it has really improved these past 6 months. This is my all time favorite course to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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donnie78
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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