Ojai Golf Trip Planning Guide
Ojai is a tiny artsy valley town built around the legendary Ojai Valley Inn and its 1923 George Thomas golf course. It's the move for a crew that wants a refined, low-key trip — spa, oak-shaded golf, and a walkable village of wine bars under the famous 'pink moment' sunsets.
Quick Facts
Spring, Summer, Fall
BUR (75 min drive)
$35–$215
$400/night
5 of 5
~$340/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Ojai. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Ojai Valley Inn (George Thomas Course) — mountain, $119–$215 · 4.6★
Historic 1923 George Thomas design through oaks and barrancas — pure golden-age charm in a mountain bowl
The Dutchess — farm to-table, $$$ · 4.6★
Acclaimed Caribbean-influenced restaurant and bakery in nearby Ojai — a standout group dinner
The Hub — patio
Village beer garden and pizza patio — the main casual hang in Ojai
Day 2
Soule Park Golf Course — parkland, $40–$75 · 4.5★
Walkable Ojai muni with the same mountain backdrop at a fraction of the price — the value play
Spa Ojai — half day, $150–$400/pp
The famous resort spa — the centerpiece rest-day move for a refined Ojai trip
Olivella at Ojai Valley Inn — italian, $$$$ · 4.5★
Resort fine-dining Italian with valley views — the splurge dinner on property
The Vine — patio · Open late
Walkable village wine and beer bar with live music — easy night-out anchor
Day 3
Olivas Links — links, $45–$85 · 4.4★
Links-style city course near the Ventura coast — windy, walkable, and a fun change of pace
Ojai Valley Wine & Olive Trail — half day, $40–$100/pp
Village tasting rooms and nearby vineyards — walkable afternoon of pours
Ojai Pizza Company — italian, $$ · 4.4★
Casual village pizza joint — big tables and pitchers after a round at Soule
Ojai Beverage Company — patio
Huge bottle selection and a taproom on the main drag — craft beer and big tables
Course-by-Course Guide
Ojai has 5 courses worth playing. 5 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Ojai has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$500–$1800 /night
Ojai Valley — ranch-style homes and estates tucked into the oaks above the village
$400–$1000 /night
Ojai Valley Inn — the legendary resort with the George Thomas course on property
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Dutchess
$$$Acclaimed Caribbean-influenced restaurant and bakery in nearby Ojai — a standout group dinner
Olivella at Ojai Valley Inn
$$$$Resort fine-dining Italian with valley views — the splurge dinner on property
Ojai Pizza Company
$$Casual village pizza joint — big tables and pitchers after a round at Soule
Hip Vegan / Knead Baking Co.
$$Easy village breakfast and lunch spots for the morning before golf
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
The Hub
Village beer garden and pizza patio — the main casual hang in Ojai
The Vine
Late nightWalkable village wine and beer bar with live music — easy night-out anchor
Ojai Beverage Company
Huge bottle selection and a taproom on the main drag — craft beer and big tables
The Topa Topa Tavern (Ojai Valley Inn)
Late nightResort tavern with a deep whiskey list and fireplaces — the late drink on property
Activities Beyond Golf
4 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Spa Ojai
The famous resort spa — the centerpiece rest-day move for a refined Ojai trip
Ojai Valley Wine & Olive Trail
Village tasting rooms and nearby vineyards — walkable afternoon of pours
Los Padres Trail Ride
Horseback rides into the foothills above the valley — scenic morning option
Lake Casitas Boat Rental
Pontoon and kayak rentals on the lake just outside town — easy water rest day
Getting There
Fly into Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) — it's a 75-minute drive to Ojai. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Ventura County Limo and Pure Luxury Transportation). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.