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Sunny Cove Motel
Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 600 metres of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 6.5 km from the motel and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 6.5 km away.
United States
Wait. Was there a breakfast. Yes this place is older but you really can't beat everything you get. A great location. The room have kitchens or kitchenettes and my room had a little separate alcove for the bed. The staff is beyond nice and helpful
Carousel Beach Inn 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.
A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured in each room as well as a private patio, a microwave, a refrigerator, a hairdryer and an alarm clock. Free WiFi is available in every room. Select rooms offer a spa bath for two or views of the amusement park.
Switzerland
great spot, close to boardwalk
Ocean Pacific Lodge 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Free on-site parking is available at this pet-friendly motel.
United States
The staff is very professional and friendly. The check in process was easy and my room was ready when I arrived. There is ample parking and we found a spot near our room. The room was clean and well apportioned. Everything in the room worked perfectly.
Surf City Inn & Suites 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.
All rooms include a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a safety deposit box. A coffee machine and wake-up services are also provided.
Canada
Sai, the staff at the counter, was very friendly and welcoming us when we were checking in. The hotel room has equipped full which meets all of our needs, and is very clean also. It is a great choice for us. We will stay there again if we go there again no doubt. Highly recommended. A decent hotel.
Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.
Cable TV, free toiletries, and a coffee machine are offered in all rooms at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk. All rooms are non-smoking.
Italy
Good position, nice staff and room very cleaned
Beachview Inn 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all rooms.
Austria
great location, really close to the pear and rollercoasters, we also had a view to the sea
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and free parking is available as well.
United States
It's minutes away to the boardwalk
Seaway Inn 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.
Featuring cable TV with extended channels, each room at the Seaway Inn is equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and microwave. All air-conditioned rooms boast beach inspired décor.
United Kingdom
Wonderful welcome, and it was OK to park our car even though we arrived a couple of hours before check in, which we really appreciated. The room was comfortable and we had a view of the beach and the sea. The Inn is in a great spot for visiting the pier (there was a free love music event the night we got there, it was fabulous), and for the coastal path along West Cliff Drive. Would definitely stay again.
Drift Inn, LLC 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
This central Santa Cruz motel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.
A microwave and mini-fridge are furnished in all rooms at Drift Inn, LLC. A telephone and wake-up service are also available.
Italy
Very friendly staff. Late check-in is permitted and luggage can be left at the motel office during the check-out date. We received a complementary room upgrade, even without asking. I highly recommend the stay
National 9 Motel 2 stars
Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
This motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.
National 9 Motel rooms include a private bathroom. The rooms are also equipped with cable TV with HBO.
North Macedonia
Clean, comfortable, great place in santa cruz. Amazing hospitality, wonderful time
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Sunny Cove Motel
Santa CruzCentral location9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 144 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 600 metres of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free...
Jane is Awesome as well as the location and customer service!!
Carousel Beach Inn
Santa CruzCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,770 reviewsLocated 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.
Breakfast included, great location, friendly staff
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Santa CruzCentral location8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,208 reviewsLocated 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.
Great location, clean and large rooms, pool was a bonus
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Santa CruzCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 469 reviewsOffering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking.
nice and big room, good facilities, friendly staff
Drift Inn, LLC
Santa CruzCentral location7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 900 reviewsThis central Santa Cruz motel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.
Staff/owner was extremely friendly and helpful
Surf City Inn & Suites
Santa CruzCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 1,019 reviewsSurf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.
Great location, affordable, comfortable, lovely staff.
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Santa CruzCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 241 reviewsThis Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 8.5 km from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels.
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Seaway Inn
Santa CruzCentral location7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 262 reviewsA short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.
It was a good location close to everything. Staff friendly.
National 9 Motel
Santa CruzCentral location7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 768 reviewsThis motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.
Didn’t have breakfast. Great location for my needs.
Aqua Breeze Inn
Santa CruzCentral location7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 991 reviewsAqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.
Perfect location to walk everywhere and felt safe.
Beachview Inn
Santa CruzCentral location7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 597 reviewsLocated less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.
It was quiet despite it being in the busy part of town.
Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
Santa CruzCentral location7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,569 reviewsLocated within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.
Clean, rooms were exactly like pictures, great location!
Bay Front Inn
Santa CruzCentral location6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 822 reviewsSituated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.
C'était parfait, nous avons même rallongé notre séjour
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa CruzCentral location6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 348 reviewsLocated a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions.
Staff was very lovely, even let us check in early.
Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
Santa CruzCentral location6.3Scored 6.3PleasantRated pleasant· 469 reviewsLocated next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.
I liked how close to the beach the property was located
Motel Santa Cruz
Santa CruzCentral location4.7Scored 4.7DisappointingRated disappointing· 456 reviewsA short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.
Room was very clean, staff was nice and accommodating.
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Motels that guests love in Santa Cruz
- Avg. price/night: 517.45 lei6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 822 reviewsThe location!. The room was large enough with a fridge, microwave and coffeemaker. The bed was comfortable . The motel wasn't fancy but it had a quaint feel
VickieFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: 420.11 lei7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 768 reviewsThe staff was very pleasant. The motel was very close to downtown.PealSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: 1,540.35 lei8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,362 reviewsGood location, free parking lot, fenced area for dogs, fair price
DeliciosoYoung couple - Avg. price/night: 2,133.74 lei9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 1,568 reviewsVery cute beach motel right up from the main beach and boardwalk. Location is amazing. Ample parking right by the building. Rooms are renovated very nicely and extremely clean. All told, a very cute, little beachside hotel.MollyYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: 768.65 lei8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 898 reviewsThe rooms were spacious and clean. In particular, I liked that the flooring wasn't carpet (faux hardwood is much better). The hot tub was a nice touch (clean and hot). There were some good restaurants near the motel, although the ambiance was just so-so. Parking was free!
PaulFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: 623.08 lei8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 454 reviewsThis motel was a great find. Because the price was so reasonable, I had expected less. To my surprise, my room was quiet, impeccably clean, the bed was comfortable, I had extra towels, and the staff was so accommodating. I will be back for sure!
RoxanneSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: 483.58 lei7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 729 reviewsWe were late to arrive to check in, cause of work site on the road. The owner was waiting for us by late night. Very appreciate it. The room and bed linens were served well clean and satisfied. Good price and good location!
HyunsookFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: 787.71 lei9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 144 reviewsI loved that the manager was really quick to respond to any issues that came up. The entire motel lost power and she was quick to let us know what's going. All facilities were really clean and tidy! I would definitely come back for another stay.
SamuelYoung couple - Avg. price/night: 1,459.38 lei8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,770 reviewsWe loved the fact, that the motel was located next to the pier or beach walk of Santa Cruz. However we were unlucky, because it was closed on the night that we arrived (we only spent one night there). The check-in staff, was friendly, no issues. The parking spots, free parking, were super convenient, and the security shut our trunk that we left open (thanks for that!). The hallways, that leads to the rooms, look quite old and shabby, they could need some improvement. The rooms were alright, motel style, nothing fancy, but clean.
FrankFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: 2,531.35 lei7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 363 reviewsGreat value for money!! The room was super clean and the furniture looked quite new. The shower was very spacious. Shampoo and conditioner were provided. There were a free parking. Staff was very friendly. This is the best « motel » we’ve been to so far.
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