$55 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 29, 2013 Check-out: May 31, 2013

Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

2 stars
525 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.9
out of 5
63 reviews
Perfect for the privacy I needed.

Enjoyed - also easy walk to downtown Santa Cruz. Staff helpful. Big, comfortable room. Not so good... See full review

  • Jackfruit
  • Nov 6, 2012
great for the price

the oceana inn was a great stay, perfect location, doesnt get any better then 2 blocks to downtown... See full review

  • joyster
  • Dec 13, 2011
Basic budget motel one mile to beach in Santa Cruz

Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is just one mile to the shore of the Pacific Ocean in Santa Cruz, California. This budget-friendly motel with a swimming pool and poolside patio also offers a free, daily continental breakfast and Wi-Fi Internet access. A few blocks away, guests find downtown Santa Cruz with a variety of restaurants, cafes and boutique shops. The bus station is a half mile away. 

Highlights

  • Seasonal, outdoor heated swimming pool
  • Complimentary continental breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free wireless Internet access
  • 24-hour front desk

Rooms

Sleep one to six people in an air-conditioned room at Oceana Inn Santa Cruz. Simple, motel-style accommodations offer king size beds and sofa sleepers. All 55 rooms are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, hairdryer, coffee-maker and iron. Both interior and exterior corridor access is available. Some balcony rooms overlook the swimming pool. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in all rooms. 

Features

Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is located in a suburban area with several restaurants in close proximity. Walk one block for restaurants, several blocks west to downtown and one mile to the beach and Boardwalk. Guests at this hotel are offered free continental breakfast items and coffee every morning. The on-site swimming pool is heated seasonally. A 24-hour front desk makes it easy to come and go. 

Transportation

  • Santa Cruz Metro Center/Greyhound bus station (0.6 mi/950 m)
  • San Jose International Airport (33.3 mi/53.5 km)

Attractions

  • Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History (0.4 mi/700 m)
  • Downtown/Pacific Street (0.5 mi/800 m)
  • Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Pier and Beach Boardwalk (1 mi/1.7 km)
  • University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) (3.3 mi/5.3 km)
  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (6.3 mi/10.2 km)
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium (45.3 mi/75.9 km)

Business

  • In-room desks
  • Free wireless Internet access in all rooms

Oceana Inn Santa Cruz Rooms

Standard
1 King Bed Smoking
Standard
2 Queen Beds with a 3rd Queen Sofa Bed Non-Smoking
Standard
2 Queen Beds with Balcony Non-Smoking

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
General
Air conditioned
Free local telephone calls
Activities
Outdoor pool
Dining
Continental breakfast
Room service
Family plan
Services
24 hour front desk
Security
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Room
Television with cable
AM/FM alarm clock
Microwave
Cribs available
Shower
Iron
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

36.9752 -122.0199
Nearby airports
San Jose Intl Airport, (SJC), 32.00, MI, S; Monterey Peninsula Airport, (MRY), 43.00, MI, S; San Francisco Intl Airport, (SFO), 73.00, MI, S;
Area description
City Center

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 (63)

Ratings and reviews for Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Overall score

2.9 / 5
63 out of 63
Amenities:
2.9
Room cleanliness:
3.3
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
3.8
Value:
3.3

70% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
joyster
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Dec 13, 2011

great for the price

the oceana inn was a great stay, perfect location, doesnt get any better then 2 blocks to downtown and less then a mile to the beach. friendly staff, great heated pool, little breakfast in the morning and clean room which is hard to find now a days.

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

Reviewer score

4
Jackfruit
Business
Santa Cruz, California
Nov 6, 2012

Perfect for the privacy I needed.

Enjoyed - also easy walk to downtown Santa Cruz. Staff helpful. Big, comfortable room. Not so good TV channels.

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

Business

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Los Angeles, CA
Nov 25, 2007

Poor location

The Travelodge in Santa Cruz was adequate for a one-night stop on the way between the Bay Area and Los Angeles. We had difficulty finding the hotel despite having a map. Restaurants were not within walking distance. The pool is not open during the winter months. The room we had also had noise from the busy street outside. It was a better stop than in other cities along the 101 route but we would not stay at this hotel again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
2
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

UC Santa Cruz is beautiful and close to the motel. The area seemed quite safe but it was necessary to drive to a restaurant. The hotel staff was very unhelpful when we had difficulty finding the hotel.

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
BERRE
Rosemead Ca,
Jun 13, 2009

Very Good !!

Overall very good stay but check out is too early 11 a.m. I am use to 12 p.m.

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

Reviewer score

3
Brian Santa Cruz
Riverbank, CA
Jun 21, 2009

Nice hotel

Nice rooms, little outdated. Location was good, about 20 minute walk to boardwalk. Close to downtown walkable. Staff was nice and helpful

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

Downtown was close.

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
drumma_man
Stockton, Ca
Jul 9, 2009

decent value and location

Located fairly close to the Boardwalk, which is the main reason I picked Travelodge. We got a smoking room which included a mini-fridge. Two extras we enjoyed. Decent place to stay for the money.

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

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
Zorba
Thousand Oaks, CA
Aug 25, 2009

Plain vanilla

Overall acceptable, but hardly any pleasant surprises. Could not convince the fridge to work, and the bathroom door needed some negotiation. The stench of disinfectant required sleeping with the window open.

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

Reviewer score

3
Farah P.
Ontario CA.
Jul 30, 2009

Affordable hotel,friendly service

We were in Santa Cruz to check out the Mystry Spot.It was quite an experience, but didn't care much for the rest of the city.Our stay at Travelodge was good.Nothing over the top, but met our needs.Good service, clean rooms and bathroom and complimentary breakfast.

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

Downtown Santa Cruz was a short drive from the hotel.But then everything is.We dined at the Yan Flower restaraunt.Good food, great prices.The Mystery Spot was a winner during our trip.

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
Sleeping In Santa Cruz
East Palo Alto, CA
Aug 30, 2009

Traveldoge Santa Cruz

There was nothing really wrong with the room or hotel it self. "We got what we paid for. Which was a very in-expensive room." Overall all it was quite, no complains.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Downtown Santa Cruz & The Beach Board Walk.

Review of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
sacramento
Sep 5, 2009

Travelodge Santa Cruz

very smooth check in and out centrally located decent room for the price

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