Nightly rates from $49
Rate based on Check-in: May 30, 2012 Check-out: May 31, 2012

Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

2 stars
510 Leibrandt Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.2
out of 5
55 reviews
Good hotel for the price!

We had a nice stay at Knight's Inn. The guy at the front desk was welcoming and pet friendly! The... See full review

  • Eeveepeep
  • Apr 13, 2012
By the boardwalk

A Subtle Pride of ownership on the premises. Clean, Comfortable and well maintained. Parking was... See full review

  • PWit
  • Mar 30, 2012
Economical beach motel style between downtown and the pier

Knights Inn is a mid-city budget hotel in Santa Cruz, ideally located near the beach and within 1.5-miles of the downtown and historical business area. This hotel meets the needs of overnight guests who want to stay on budget but don't want to compromise a good location. Walk two blocks to the beach and famous Boardwalk or reach the downtown in minutes. Pets are permitted for a fee. UC Santa Cruz and the California Redwoods are nearby destinations. 

Highlights

  • 100 percent non-smoking property
  • Outdoor swimming pool (open in summer only)
  • Complimentary juice, coffee and pastry breakfast in the obby
  • Free high-speed wireless Internet access in all rooms
  • Pets ok (fees apply)

Rooms

Clean, non-smoking rooms at Knights Inn Santa Cruz are equipped with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV channels, refrigerators and microwaves. Options for different room configurations include rollaway beds, cribs, two and three bedroom suite units. All rooms at Knights Inn Santa Cruz are air-conditioned. Pets are welcome for a small fee. 

Features

Coffee, juice and pastries are set out every morning in the lobby free of charge. For other meals, the most popular restaurants in Santa Cruz are easy to find within walking distance. Research them ahead of time on the guest computer located in the lobby. Additional features on this property include a Laundromat for guest use and a sunny outdoor pool open during summer months. Knights Inn Santa Cruz offers a 24-hour front desk for travelers arriving at all hours.

Transportation

  • Santa Cruz Metro Center/Greyhound bus station (0.5 mi/750 m)
  • San Jose International Airport (34.3 mi/55.2 km)

Attractions

  • Pier and Beach Boardwalk (2 blocks)
  • Downtown/Pacific Street (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
  • Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) (4.6 mi/7.4 km)
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium (44.1 mi/70.9 km)

Policies and fees

  • Must be over 21 to make a reservation.
  • This hotel is pet-friendly (fees apply).

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

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Area description
Downtown

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Bus Parking
  • Data port Available
  • Exercise Gym
  • Fitness center
  • Guest Laundromat
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • On the Ocean
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • RV or Truck Parking
  • Satellite TV
  • Security
  • Tennis
  • Truck Parking
  • TV Remote Control
  • Vending Machines
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wheel Chair Access

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (55)

Ratings and reviews for Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Overall score

3.2 / 5
55 out of 55
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.3
Location:
4
Value:
3.7

78% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Eeveepeep
Davis, CA, USA
Apr 13, 2012

Good hotel for the price!

We had a nice stay at Knight's Inn. The guy at the front desk was welcoming and pet friendly! The maid always did a great job and the grounds keeper was friendly and helpful. Overall, a good place to stay for such a low price. :)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
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3
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5
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4
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2
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5
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

4
PWit
Marin, CA, USA
Mar 30, 2012

By the boardwalk

A Subtle Pride of ownership on the premises. Clean, Comfortable and well maintained. Parking was easy, coffee was decent. It was as good as I hoped for in the price range.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

4
ontheroad19
bay area
Mar 10, 2012

comfortable

Clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Good value for the price

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

2
santacruz
San Francisco, CA, USA
Mar 8, 2012

average hotel

The hotel was ok, kind of run-down. Everything was a little older, cheaper quality, thin towels, few stains on the blankets. Continental breakfast was sliced Costco muffins - orange/apple juice machine was broken. Location was a little shady - not very well lit. OK place to stay just for a night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
Room cleanliness:
1
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3
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2
Location:
2
Value:
3
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

5
n49ak
Mt. Vernon, WA, USA
Feb 27, 2012

Memory Lane...!

I had not been to Sta Cruz since the Beachboy's released "Little Surfer Girl". The Knight's Inn was perfect... just far enuff off the Boardwalk to avoid the hormone fueled late night rowdiness, yet a scant five minutes away if one wants to find a nice set of Levis to walk behind. Good access to Hwy 1 for the obligatory trip to Carmel and Laguna Seca too! Good value, complete w/a microwave and fridge, king bed, and nicely redone bathroom. Recommended!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

4
Roczee
Santa Monica USA
Feb 7, 2012

friendry and cozy

It was nice stay. I use Knight Inn for short stay when I visit my daughter at UCSC. It is reasonable, clean and comfortable. Most of all the owner is very friendly to welcome us and we feel like at home. Other staff is very friendly, too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

3
Roczee
Santa Monica USA
Feb 6, 2012

reasonable and friendry

I have daughter at UCSZ, so I usually use Knights Inn for short stay when I visit her. It is quiet and comfortable and clean enough to rest my body from long drive. The owner guy is very friendly and very nice. Other staff was very friendly to talk to me and asked my daughter "How was the day"....I feel like at home. I will stay Knights Inn" when I visit my daughter again. I wish there are shampoo and Kleenex

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

3
1954 big bird
north carolina
Nov 9, 2011

knights inn

this was only a one night stay...the decor was old but everything was clean for the price...the staff was very nice and informative...would stay again...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

to santa cruz broadwalk and beach area

Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

3
Theparanoids
San Diego, California
Oct 14, 2011

Close to beach, good price

Great price, nice staff, very close to beach and downtown within walking distance. rooms aren't to clean, but ok and fridge, ac, microwave and tv all worked fine.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk

Reviewer score

3
kay tee
Berkeley, CA, USA
Aug 20, 2011

Great trip

you get what you pay.... The motel location is great. Walking distance to boardwalk and to the beach. Surely would go back again but will stay in honeymoon suite :-)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
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