160 Besant Road, Ojai, CA 93023, United States of America
#3 of 11 hotels in Ojai
Guests' ChoiceBased on 264 B&B reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 20, 2024
Donald
United States of AmericaThe breakfast was definitely better than most other hotels we have stayed at. The location was very close to our room. It was very convenient.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Dhru
United States of AmericaBathroom tiny and visibly aged. Loud talking man over the fence outside conference room, in morning in both mornings. He was repeatedly insisting on something we couldn’t understand, nor did we care to. Ok the first morning, irritating the second when we were trying to relax outside on the private deck outside our room. Breakfast nice but for what we paid, expected more.
Quiet. Wildlife in private backyard area! Choice of overhead or alternate lighting. Views from bed. Fridge. Organic Decaf so good!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Judy
AustraliaCalm and peaceful. Great view - very comfortable bed!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Debra
United States of AmericaThis lovely property is a little piece of heaven! So gorgeous, quiet, with expansive views, a tasty breakfast, and welcoming staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Graham
United KingdomChecking in closes at 5pm - if you arrive after this time the arrangements to get your room key are straightforward, but you don’t meet anyone from the Retreat. We needed an early breakfast and didn’t meet anyone then either!
Fabulous views and lovely gardens. A little remote from the main town, but fine with a car. We had one of the two rooms with a shared bathroom - but we did have a galley kitchen outside and the main lounge was next door. So, altogether, we had plenty of space & facilities. Breakfast was plentiful and good quality. Ojai is a very special area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Michael
United States of AmericaEverything was great.
Excellent location adjacent to open space and trail network. Peaceful setting on a hill overlooking the Ojai valley. Warm cozy rooms with views and outside patios. Substantial breakfast with a great range of choices.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Honey
United States of AmericaFabulous breakfast. Incredible views and peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Robin
United States of AmericaIt was very peaceful. Beautiful views from the location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Sonia
United States of AmericaI loved it but had a hard time relaxing worrying if I was disturbing anyone with the shared bathroom and kitchen area- which was my problem, not the property.
It was a beautiful location with hiking right from the property, amazing views, trees and gardens.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Pamela
United States of AmericaSince the Green room is near the kitchen I woke up to the noise of breakfast being made.
Breakfast was fine v
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Dr
United States of AmericaFeeling of serenity, peacefulness. Very relaxed very friendly atmosphere.
Very wonderful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
David
United States of AmericaNot close to town
Beautiful setting and views. Very private. Access to open spaces for walking. Clean but basic
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Rose
United States of AmericaNothing nearby
Very quiet.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Dave
United KingdomNothing.
A relaxing oasis of calm, perfect for a reset if you've been feeling over stimulated! Lovely staff, comfortable bedroom, beautiful setting, with mountain views and green grounds. Good buffet breakfast, hot food at weekends. Excellent reading room, with a huge collection of spiritual books. 10 mins drive into downtown Ojai.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 16, 2024
Brian
United States of AmericaSlugs and bugs were unwelcome. Breakfast could have more variety.
There were slugs and bugs. I saw the sign about keeping the windows closed. The night air was very nice though. And it was peaceful. Also, the proximity to downtown was good as well.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 13, 2024
Laureen
FranceI loved the quiet atmosphere and landscape surroundings, the little reading room filled with books, the breakfast, etc.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 1, 2024
Taina
United States of AmericaBreath taking views.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 27, 2023
Judy
United States of AmericaI have no complaints whatsoever.
The location is off the beaten track and very peaceful. Stunning views and a large property with a meditation garden, a nature walk, and a man-made waterfall. One is encouraged to sit and enjoy the serenity. There are no phones and no tv's in the cabins which make for an unusually calm and soothing experience.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 11, 2023
Ingrid
United States of AmericaWe had no got water for a shower
Excellent, prefer real plates and cutlery
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 5, 2023
James
United States of AmericaClean and comfortable with outstanding outdoor spaces. Great breakfast.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Peter
United States of AmericaClean simple well organized and charming
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 13, 2023
Ekaterina
United States of AmericaNothing
We loved everything about this place, amazing views and such a relaxed vibe, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: October 13, 2023
Ekaterina
United States of AmericaNothing
This retreat located in such a beautiful and peaceful place, the views are mesmerizing! Absolutely perfect if you’re looking for a place to relax and recharge your inner battery. Also very cozy rooms and friendly staff, 100% recommended
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 2, 2023
Prabodh
United States of AmericaThe bed could have been little more comfortable.
Excellent location and perfect for a getaway from the stress and tension of regular life. Stay with nature and forget the normal.
Stayed in September 2023
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