OJAI, CA— The second phase of a $46 million expansion and renovation of the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Resort here has begun. The 18-month project is being managed by R. D. Olson Construction and involves a complete refurbishment of the 80-year-old property. During the first phase of the project, 62 new guestrooms were built. The second phase will include construction of seven buildings housing 63 suites. Plans also call for the construction of two new restaurants, the Oak Café and Demerat’s Pub; extensive renovation of the kitchen of the Hacienda Restaurant; and the addition of a new exclusive dining room. Additionally, the Topa Court, the resort’s main lobby, will be expanded along with the Topa Convention Center, with space for business and social functions tripled with a new ballroom and meeting room accommodations. A new central services facility will also be constructed along with a new golf pro shop, swimming pool and spa.
