231 reviews
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$300201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz , 95060, California, United States
231 reviews
1/42
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Picnic area
Sea & Sand Inn is a 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz, California, United States, located 0.9mi from the city center at 201 West Cliff Drive.
Key amenities include free private parking, free Wifi, and free on-site parking, plus a terrace, 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, a patio, picnic area, garden, and a view. The bathrooms feature free toiletries and a bathtub.
The property has 231 reviews.
Outdoor spaces set the scene with a terrace, a patio, and a garden, all offering a view. Sea & Sand Inn sits 0.9mi from the Santa Cruz city center, at 201 West Cliff Drive, and provides free private parking and free on-site parking, plus free Wifi. A 24-hour front desk supports arrivals and stays, and all accommodations are non-smoking; bathrooms feature free toiletries and a bathtub.
Room options include Standard, King (Accommodates 2 adults, 1 child) with 1 King bed; Standard, 2 Queen (Accommodates 2 adults, 1 child) with 2 Queen beds in 300 sqft; Executive, King (Accommodates 2 adults) with 1 King bed and a sofa bed; Deluxe, King (Accommodates 2 adults, 1 child) with 1 King bed; and Grand Deluxe, King (Accommodates 2 adults, 1 child) with 1 King bed. All are non-smoking.
Payment options include Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express; cash is not accepted. The property has 231 reviews. A 24-hour front desk remains on hand to help with tips and stays.
Closest airports
Monterey Regional Airport
27.8miNorman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
28.2miSan Francisco International Airport
49.4miOakland International Airport
54.3miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Standard, King Size
1 King Size Bed
Private Bathroom
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Offering free Wi-Fi, this room features a TV, a VHS player, a seating area and an private bathroom. Offers a sea view.
Deluxe, King Size
1 King Size Bed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Offering free Wi-Fi, this deluxe room features a flat-screen TV, a DVD player, a seating area with a fireplace and an private bathroom. Offers a sea view.
Standard, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
300 sqft
Private Bathroom
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Featuring ocean views.
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Executive, King Size
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Standard, King Size, Accessible, Single Use
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
Private Bathroom
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Patio
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Grand Deluxe, King Size
1 King Size Bed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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8.9
231 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Anonymous
9.1
August 2025
The vie of the room was great it was the best thing about the room. The location of the was awesome I was able to park my car when I arrived and I walked to everything. I didn't move my car until i was ready to check out.
The rooms didn't have air conditioning and it was very hot and the outlets didn't work properly. I would book through the hotel rather than booking.com. Booking.com stole my money and they are refusing to give it back saying the hotel did it when I have print outs from the hotel. I talked to only the people from booking.com and they charged my credit card so they are the ones with my credit card information to steal my money.
Dawn
10
September 2024
Myself and two friends came to Santa Cruz for a quick get away. We are three older ladies, our room was on the second floor the room was nice, view was remarkably beautiful. We parked our car when we arrived and didn’t move it until we left. Easy walk to the beach, pier, and boardwalk. We enjoyed breakfast in the morning, cookies in the afternoon, and cheese and wine in the evenings. It was a safe place to sit by a fire in a private spot on the property and enjoy the amenities and sites.
The private sitting areas, enjoying the fire pits, and the security. We felt completely comfortable enjoying the sounds of the waves knowing we were safe.
Anonymous
10
June 2025
The Sea & Sand is a lovely place to stay in Santa Cruz. It's centrally located, great ocean views, and the staff is absolutely wonderful! The grounds around the Sea & Sand are beautiful. The attention to detail, flowers and succulents are amazing! There's also several outside seating seating areas with firepits and views of the ocean, wharf and boardwalk. I would highly recommend the Sea & Sand for a relaxing getaway and I look forward to a return stay!
Maggie
10
September 2024
The location with ocean views allowed us to listen to waves all night. The grounds are pleasant to sit in and watch the coastal life. The breakfast each morning offered a good variety of foods to choose from. We particularly enjoyed the blueberry scones and the yogurt parfaits. Offering free parking and a free breakfast is a positive incentive to bring us back.
We wish there were more restaurants within walking distance. The selection is limited to the wharf and the Boardwalk.
Damie
9.1
April 2025
View of the beach and ocean was stellar. Beautiful sunrises every day here. Sitting right on West Cliff Drive, you can walk alongside the ocean, and watch the surfers. Also within walking distance of convenient store, great restaurants, the wharf, and the Boardwalk.
Bed was a bit too firm for me, but the staff provided extra comforters to solve the issue.
Lisa
10
June 2025
Gorgeous property, the care the staff paid to make the grounds beautiful was impressive. The hot breakfast with cheese omelets and bacon, and the wine and cheese events were lovely. Our new favorite place and you cant beat the views. if Dream Inn is too many people for you, you will love this charming hotel. aright next door and free parking!
Really nothing
Michelle
8.2
October 2024
The location can’t be beat. The views both in the morning in the evening or wonderful.
The rooms have no air conditioning. Not even a ceiling fan, which would have helped give some breeze in the room. It was warm and stuffy. It would have also been nice to have had a full length mirror on the inside of the closet door. Two very simple fixes that would have made for a nicer stay.
Suenewton
10
July 2025
Great location, with amazing views. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Offered an amazing breakfast selection with coffee/tea all day. The cookies and cheese tasting just added to the experience to make this a very special location on our trip.
It was one of the more expensive hotels we stayed at during the 14 day trip.
Edwill
8.2
December 2024
The view was outstanding from our room to the private property. Loved the seating arrangements to choose from. All with a view.
Had cleaning services every day but we were given one washcloth on day 2 and none for day 3. Asked the front desk for 2 washcloths and she brought was 2 hand towels because she said they didn't have any.
Megan
10
June 2024
Beautiful views, private patio with locked gates all around. I love that you can hear the sounds of the waves crashing all night long.
The bathroom door does not lock. I didn't like this because i couldn't shower without my little one getting in and slipping on the floor.
Attractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.5miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.2miLovers Point Park
24miAsilomar State Beach
24.2miMonterey Bay Aquarium
24.7miCannery Row
25.1miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
25.7miCustom House Plaza
25.8miDennis the Menace Park
26.3mi17-Mile Drive
26.5miThe Tech Interactive
26.7miPebble Beach
27.7miSunset Cultural Center
28.9miCarmel Mission
29.5miPoint Lobos State Natural Reserve
31.2miAttractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.5miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.2miLovers Point Park
24miAsilomar State Beach
24.2miMonterey Bay Aquarium
24.7miCannery Row
25.1miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
25.7miCustom House Plaza
25.8miDennis the Menace Park
26.3mi17-Mile Drive
26.5miThe Tech Interactive
26.7miPebble Beach
27.7miSunset Cultural Center
28.9miCarmel Mission
29.5miPoint Lobos State Natural Reserve
31.2miAirports
Monterey Regional Airport
27.8miNorman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
28.2miSan Francisco International Airport
49.4miOakland International Airport
54.3miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Happy hour
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Invoice provided
General
Carpeted
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Fireplace
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Room Amenities
Fan
Iron
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
View
View
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 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 - 2 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 extra beds.
Visa,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Discover
This property does not accept cash.
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