
Ojai Valley Inn Course
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa


About this course
Ojai Valley Inn’s golf course whispers of Hollywood’s Golden Age glamour, a retreat where Bing Crosby once graced the fairways. Carved into the gently rolling hills of the Ojai Valley, the parkland layout, originally designed by George C. Thomas Jr. in 1923, presents a classic test. The routing winds through mature oak and eucalyptus groves, demanding strategic shot-making rather than brute force off the tee. Occasional blind shots and subtly contoured greens reward those who understand the course's nuances, a quality enhanced through thoughtful renovations by Jay Morrish and later, Beau Welling. While not a regular fixture on professional tours, Ojai Valley Inn has hosted numerous high-profile amateur events and remains a favored destination for discerning golfers seeking a refined experience. The course emphasizes playability and visual appeal, making it enjoyable for all skill levels while still providing a challenge for experienced players. The valley's unique "pink moment" sunsets bathe the course in a soft, ethereal glow, adding to the overall ambiance. The Inn and club maintain a discreet elegance that attracts a loyal following, drawn not only to the golf, but the Valley's artistic spirit. It's a place where relaxed California sophistication meets classic golf tradition, a quiet haven far from the frenetic pace of modern life.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in CA
Quick facts
- Location
- Ojai, CA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1923
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- George C. Thomas, William Francis Bell
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,292 yards
- Difficulty
- 71/128
- Course Vaults score
- 7.5
Getting there
The journey to Ojai Valley Inn & Spa begins at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), a graceful regional hub just forty-five minutes northwest, or alternatively through Los Angeles International (LAX), roughly ninety minutes south for those arriving on major carriers. From either gateway, the drive winds inland through the coastal ranges, ascending gradually into the oak-studded valleys of Ventura County before descending into the serene Ojai Valley itself - a transition marked by the softening of ocean air and the emergence of the valley's distinctive chaparral-covered ridges. The final miles traverse quiet country roads lined with citrus groves and native oak, arriving at the Inn's Spanish Colonial-style main buildings nestled against the valley floor, where the sense of arrival is one of deliberate retreat rather than grand entrance, befitting this long-treasured sanctuary.

FAQ
Common questions about Ojai Valley Inn
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Ojai Valley Inn has a Course Vaults score of 7.5 out of 10 based on 50 logged golfers.
Ojai Valley Inn was designed by George C. Thomas and William Francis Bell.
Yes. Ojai Valley Inn is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Ojai Valley Inn is 70.
Ojai Valley Inn plays 6,292 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Ojai Valley Inn is 128.


