Ojai Serenity Suites

Unfortunately now closed. Our reservation was cancelled with only a months notice. Very disappointing.

Loved this gem, we stayed in the loft. Brought food and found kitchen stocked with all the utensils needed to cook meals. Although older property, its well kept, clean and safe. Enjoyed the jacuzzi late night with fire pit near by, very romantic. Staff was quaint and available by phone at any time. And even allowed me to pick oranges from the back yard. Worth the drive from the San Fernando Valley. If you like boutique, diy, privacy… this it the place. Would definitely return.

This place is cute, has a remote feel, and is definitely more of an AirBnB feel than a hotel, motel, or BnB. We were basically alone the entire time, aside from a friendly cat roaming the grounds :)
One word of caution (and the reason for a star off) is that because no one is there to greet you it can be difficult to locate your room during the night time. Its not clearly labeled and you just sort of stumble around the property opening doors, hoping for the best. Additionally, this place does not take credit cards (what? what year is this?) so, because no one in our party had a check, we had to bundle a bunch of cash together and hope for the best… even though it felt a little sketchy.
*Tip* — If you go for the Loft just know that you should probably try to get at least 3 – 4 people as its kind of too big for just one or two people. There is a wood burning stove that you should absolutely use, an amazing porch with nice views, and basic things (hair dryer check, shampoo not so much…)
All in all, our stay was pleasant, but come prepared for the minor inconveniences I mentioned!

I’ve stayed in Ojai three times and this was the best experience. My mom, sister and I stayed in the Loft for two nights. The place is so unique and quaint.
Pros:
Spacious apartment style room with full kitchen
Beautiful property
Awesome pool area with jacuzzi and fire pit which we had to ourselves he entire time.
Close to everything
Nice master bedroom with king bed
Nice balcony outside of living room
Price is great for what you get!!!
Cons:
Pool and balcony close to main road
Trundle bed is very soft and not quite comfortable for an adult. It would be great for kids though. My sister slept on the couch and was satisfied with that.
I would definitely stay here again with my husband and kids. It would be great to reserve the loft and the studio with two families for a weekend. You would basically have a private pool, yard for everyone to enjoy.

All I can say is WOW! I rented the «Romantic Cottage» for the weekend for two. It was everything I hoped it would be. The cottage itself is well kept & clean. Furnishings were cute & quaint– kinda made me feel like I was in Scarlett O’hara’s s mini getaway spot. Kitchen is fully stocked for your culinary needs just don’t forget the food and cooking oil ;) The silverware is noted to have some white residue, which I think is caused from water buildup. The only thing that I found missing was a tea kettle – easy fix for this was to microwave a cup of water, add the tea & voila! magic in a cup. On to the bathroom – Huge tub with jets (not sure if it’s a two or four person tub), towels are provided so save the space in your bag for other goodies. The living room has 2 large lounge chairs & a comfy red couch that pulls out to a bed. In case you want to turn up the heat, the old fashioned way, there is a cast iron fireplace (firewood provided) The TV is a bit small. Wi-​Fi is provided & is actually really great quality. I spent some time streaming American Horror Story (Netflix) on my iPad– no lag! Also provided in the living room is a wooden shoe shining box, which I think is pretty neat. Upstairs there’s a giant bed that is extremely comfy with an abundance of pillows. The TV upstairs is much larger than the one in the living room. An armoire is provided along with a comfy chair & love seat at the foot of the bed. The only downfall to the whole set up is having to walk downstairs to use the bathroom, which I didn’t mind at all. The outdoor area is quite nice. It has a couple lounge chairs, a table for outdoor meals, two fountains (minus the water) and an outdoor charcoal grill (charcoal included). The cottage itself is kept private and secluded by wood fencing all around. Want yet another reason to visit this darling place? It is literally steps away from the Day Spa of Ojai! You must check this place out, especially if you’re looking for something more private & personal. No dealing with room service, valet, etc. The host, Kristy was extremely helpful & really made my experience even more wonderful. 5 stars all around. I will def. be going back!

Just spent a nice weekend getaway here with my girlfriend. We stayed in the cottage and it was perfect. We arrived on a Friday night and the cottage was lit up and welcoming. Everything you needed was provided: fully stocked kitchen with plates/​silverware/​pots/​pans/​seasoning/​tea/​coffee/​toaster etc, a huge 2 person tub with jets to make things bubbly, big screen tv with a comfy bed, old school/​classic cast iron wood burning stove/​fireplace. It was well designed and made for an intimate and comforting atmosphere. Right next door was the Ojai Day Spa which was hands down the best treatment I’ve ever had, and I’ve had plenty of massages. For the price, you can’t beat this. It’s quiet, close to all the restaurants and activities (yet far enough away to feel like you have your own space), and nothing to really complain about. It really felt like your very own vacation home or something.

We were throwing together a girl’s weekend somewhat last minute and had a hard time finding a place to stay. Then, just a couple weeks prior, we chanced upon this little gem and it turned out to be 100 times better than staying at a hotel. It is charming, relaxing, scenic, comfortable, cute (except maybe the duck figurines), and, indeed, it is serene.
There were four of us in the loft that accommodates 5 people and we felt we had plenty of room to sprawl. We made use of all the amenities, the kitchen, the patio, the yard, the pool and jacuzzi. We practically didn’t even need to go into town to seek out entertainment. Now that we’ve stayed here, we may make Ojai our yearly destination.

The Ojai Serenity Suites (previously known as the Theodore Woolsey House and then known as the Ojai Cottage) has seen a major overhaul and redesign since the re-​opening a few years ago.
Having spent nights at both the private Cottage, and the upstairs Loft, the only room I cannot give a qualified opinion on is the room known as ‘The Studio’ (which we plan to stay at during our next visit).
The Suites are nestled on the right side of the road in the wooded area past the main stretch of Ojai, roughly 3 – 4 minutes from downtown. The grounds are on the main road but it can be slightly difficult to find in the dark. They offer free Wifi (a good quality signal, Netflix tested), a fullsized Pool and 3-​person Jacuzzi, and a wide array of stunning views and plenty of nearby attractions (wine tasting, horseback riding, etc).
Each room offers their own unique amenities; the Cottage is hidden behind a high fence with a 2-​person whirlpool tub downstairs and a large bed upstairs. I cannot remember if the Cottage has A/​C but I believe it did the last we stayed. It is detached from the main house, making it the most surreal and cabin-​like experience you are likely to find in the area.
The Loft is situated to the leftside of the house, above the pool area, with a lovely view of the surrounding mountains and a substantial amount of privacy. The views during sunset are spectacular, with purples and oranges lighting up the surrounding hillside. The Loft can comfortably sleep 6, I would say, with a California King in the main bedroom and a pull out and another large couch in the ‘living room’, complete with a Surround Sound capable DVD player setup and cable TV. The private balcony outside is perfect for sunning during the day or gazing at the wide swath of stars at night. Both the living room and the bedroom have separate window A/​C units.
We opted for a swim before I made a reservation for a massage next door (Day Spa of Ojai). The pool was very cold at first but due to the large amount of sunlight it became a very comfortable temperature. We didn’t end up using the Jacuzzi this trip but I did take a look: it appeared to be well maintained.
My one recommendation would be to rent the Loft only if you have more than two people. If you are just a pair, go for the Cottage, it feels like its own little world.
The Jacuzzi is open 24/​7, the pool is too (if you’re brave enough, I can’t imagine going in after sundown). The stars are bright and clear at night, whether you gaze from the balcony of the Loft or the private grounds of the Cottage.
Later that evening we ended up dining at Suzanne’s (shortly past the downtown area) which had very good service and an extensive wine list. We had the Steak and the Lamb Chops, both were cooked perfectly. Desserts were also tasty. Be sure to call ahead for reservations.
Overall I would highly recommend the Ojai Serenity Suites. The service was fantastic, the pool was clean, and our stay was without-​issue. We were able to secure a one night stay by paying a small premium for the room, otherwise they do request a two night minimum, which I have found to be a requirement in most places these days. They don’t accept credits cards yet, we ended up paying with a check which was no problem. They also accept cash.
Thanks for a wonderful stay!