315 reviews
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$246370 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, California, United States
315 reviews
1/69
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Motel Santa Cruz is a cheerful 2-star stop in Santa Cruz, California, United States, tucked at 370 Ocean Street and just 0.7mi from the city center.
Amenities sparkle with a pet-friendly policy (extra charges), an on-site restaurant, free private parking and free on-site parking, free WiFi, room service, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, a garden, landmark view, and a bathtub.
The property has 315 reviews, and rates start from $246.
On-site dining is available at Restaurant #1, making meals easy without stepping off the property. Pets are allowed, with charges may apply, so traveling with a furry friend is simple. Free private parking and free on-site parking, along with complimentary WiFi, keep arrivals and stays hassle-free.
Guest services include a 24-hour front desk and room service, while air conditioning ensures comfort. Non-smoking rooms maintain a clean, relaxed atmosphere, and features like a garden, a landmark view, and a bathtub add a touch of charm to the stay.
Payment options include Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club, with cash not accepted. The property has 315 reviews, and rates start from $246.
Closest airports
Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
27.4miMonterey Regional Airport
28.4miSan Francisco International Airport
48.8miOakland International Airport
53.6miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Landmark view
Garden
Bathtub
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King Room, Smoking Allowed
1 King Size Bed
215 sqft
Smoking allowed
Landmark view
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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The double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This double room features parquet floors, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Double Beds
215 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Washing machine
Microwave
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The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a sofa, parquet floors as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
215 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Landmark view
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
x4
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x3
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Cable TV is available in this room.
Room - 2 Double, Smoking Allowed
2 Double Beds
Smoking allowed
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Double Room, Panoramic View
Smoking not allowed
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Studio
Smoking not allowed
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Room Selected at Check in
Smoking not allowed
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5.6
315 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Brandon
10
June 2025
Greatly exceeded expectations. Based on the Google reviews, I wouldn't have given this place a 2nd thought along with the look of the location. But once in our room, I was thoroughly surprised. Decent space, clean bathroom and general space, and a nice shower with strong water pressure. Other than the outed and partly broken room room. Friendly staff and was allowed to have an early check-in upon arrival. Letting us use the restroom after a long drive heading there. A literal case of don't judge a book by it's cover, once inside a whole different story. We wouldn't mind staying here again.
The motel clearly needs some work. A few of the railings are either actively or are have been rusted away, with a loose concrete stair or 2, plus the lack of an elevator. Even though there are 2 floors above the ground, the constant going up and down to run and get something gets tiring.
Gina
10
January 2025
The staff is great, the room was clean, check in is easy. I have stayed here a lot of times, they really do everything to accommodate the guests. If anyone gets the chance to stay there, there are things that really do out from other motels, this last stay the towels were full sized. The guests seem to really enjoy being there. They have done a lot of upgrades over the years. Its not a fancy place, but its a clean welcoming place that is comfortable and very safe.
Nothing the place is great.
Gina
10
March 2025
I booked for 2 nights and stayed for four. I really like this place. This is a great place. They do everything they can to accommodate everyone. It's a place where they treat all guest well. Not all places are like that. Every time I stay, they impress me with how well they treat people, not just guest but people around the area. It's a family run place they put so much work into the motel.
Joseph
8.2
August 2023
It's a good clean place to stay at a good price it's n lot fancy. At all. But if you need a CV place to crash or you want some time with your sig other but don't best all the folks it's a great place. The people who checked me in were great. The make was very nice and accomodating the female was a little more suspicious and overworked a little wanting to know why i needed a room there when i line in watsonville ??? Like i need sc reason but im sure they have that share of issues with guests there and i didn't mind the questions
There is nothing but to like add long as you sit and r expect anything more t darn what to get are selling you a basic. Clean adorable room. You not getting break at your not getting a memory foam mattress no m you not even getting furnishings that match. Its just a room. .
Stacy
10
July 2025
Staff was very friendly. I biked last minute and they were kind enough to call and let me know that their office is not 24 hours to make sure I would make it on time to check in
It is on a Main Street so you can hear loud cars and their loud music (obviously not the fault of the establishment)
Balan
10
August 2025
The people there were so friendly and amazing. They were able to help me with many different requests right down to helping make my daughters birthday complete. They were totally accommodating--over and above! Highly recommend!!
Jess
10
August 2023
You get what you pay for. It's not the fanciest or most lavish of places. It's an ok area, people are friendly, rooms are comfortable and the host accommodates at all hours. I've stayed here multiple times with a family of 8. There's a 7/11 across the street, Little Caesars, taco trucks and boardwalk is a 10min. Walk/2min. Drive. The price isn't bad when you're trying to accommodate a big family.
Sabrina
10
April 2025
THE LOCATION IS REALLY GOOD, AS IT IS CLOSE TO THE BEACH BOARDWALK AND DOWNTOWN, WHICH IS JUST FEW MINUTES WALK. AND IT IS UPDATED, CLEAN AND SPACIOUS.
THERE'S NOTHING, EVERYTHING IS GREAT AND VALUE FOR MONEY.
Regina
8.2
May 2025
Close to everything. Friendly staff. Clean.
Our room faced the main street. Very loud busy street. Difficult to get to sleep. Very loud cars with mufflers, horns, etc.
Alisha
8.2
June 2024
The guy who runs the desk during the week was very accommodating.
The floors were dirty and the beds looked like they were not recently changed.
Attractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.6miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.9miLovers Point Park
24.7miAsilomar State Beach
24.9miMonterey Bay Aquarium
25.3miCannery Row
25.7miThe Tech Interactive
25.8miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
26.4miCustom House Plaza
26.5miDennis the Menace Park
26.9mi17-Mile Drive
27.2miPebble Beach
28.4miSunset Cultural Center
29.6miCarmel Mission
30.2miComputer History Museum
30.7miAttractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.6miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.9miLovers Point Park
24.7miAsilomar State Beach
24.9miMonterey Bay Aquarium
25.3miCannery Row
25.7miThe Tech Interactive
25.8miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
26.4miCustom House Plaza
26.5miDennis the Menace Park
26.9mi17-Mile Drive
27.2miPebble Beach
28.4miSunset Cultural Center
29.6miCarmel Mission
30.2miComputer History Museum
30.7miAirports
Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
27.4miMonterey Regional Airport
28.4miSan Francisco International Airport
48.8miOakland International Airport
53.6miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Landmark view
Garden
Bathtub
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Food & Drink
Restaurant
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Convenience store on site
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hair/Beauty salon
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Room service
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Living Area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Mobile app for room service
Room Amenities
Fold-up bed
Iron
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
View
City view
Landmark view
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for cribs.
Mastercard,
Diners Club,
Visa,
American Express,
Discover
This property does not accept cash.
Are pets permitted at Motel Santa Cruz?
Yes, you can stay with your pet at Motel Santa Cruz. Just be aware that there may be charges applicable for bringing your furry friend along.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Motel Santa Cruz?
At Motel Santa Cruz, we have arranged the check-in post 03:00 PM and the room should be vacated by 11:00 AM.
Does Motel Santa Cruz provide free parking options?
Yes, Motel Santa Cruz provides free private on-site parking without the need for reservations.
What's the nightly rate at Motel Santa Cruz?
Motel Santa Cruz offers accommodations starting at $246. Keep in mind, room types and dates might affect the final price. For specific rates, input your stay dates.
What are the room types available at Motel Santa Cruz?
Motel Santa Cruz offers a variety of room types, including Two Double Beds, King Rooms, and Two Queen Beds. Occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 3 children. Smoking is permitted in some rooms but not in others. Beds sizes range from Double to King, with room sizes varying from 215 to 291 sqft.
What are the main attractions at Motel Santa Cruz?
Guests at Motel Santa Cruz can enjoy spending their time at the hotel by taking advantage of the various leisure amenities available. They can dine at the on-site restaurant serving delicious meals. The hotel also offers a garden where guests can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. For those looking to unwind indoors, room service is available, providing added convenience. Visitors with pets will appreciate the pet-friendly policy, ensuring a comfortable stay for furry friends as well. Whether exploring nearby landmarks or relaxing in non-smoking rooms with air conditioning, there are options for everyone at Motel Santa Cruz. The 24-hour front desk and private parking add further convenience to enhance the guest experience.
Are there restaurants located within Motel Santa Cruz?
The hotel has one on-site restaurant called Restaurant #1.
Can I use my credit card at Motel Santa Cruz?
Yes, you can use your credit card (Mastercard, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, American Express) at Motel Santa Cruz. Unfortunately, cash is not accepted as a payment method at this hotel.
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