Capri Motel

2.0 star property
Riverwalk motel in Santa Cruz with free parking

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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337 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 248 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 291 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, Capri Motel is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This 17-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Capri Motel

Riverwalk motel in Santa Cruz with free parking
Capri Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Free local calls, hair dryers, and safes are other standard amenities. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Capri Motel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Capri Motel Santa Cruz
Capri Santa Cruz
Capri Motel - Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz
Capri Motel Motel
Capri Motel Santa Cruz
Capri Motel Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Capri Motel?

Capri Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Capri Motel?

This motel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street, and Santa Cruz Main Beach. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Mystery Spot within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Capri Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Capri Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Capri Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Capri Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Capri Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Capri Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Capri Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Capri Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Capri Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Capri Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Capri Motel?

The closest major airport to Capri Motel is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.7 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Capri Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Capri Motel.

Capri Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 565 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 565 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 565 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 565 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 565 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aleksandr

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Old mattresses.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very old and run down. They are obviously not reinvesting any profits into making improvements of any kind. A little bit of deep-cleaning, wall patching, and paint could go a long way toward cleaning the place up. They obviously don't have any pride in the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Honestly I was hesitant about staying here because some of the reviews but it wasn’t bad. The only complaint I have is there was a lot of hair in the sink and in the bath tub that shouldn’t have been there if it was cleaned right. It was a close walk to the boardwalk and that’s what I wanted. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the reasonable price being within walking distance to the boardwalk and eateries. I liled the big wall window from room 121, very cool! The blanket had hole burnt into it, possible someone smoking which isnt allowed but I figure the laundry staff should throw that blanket away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and late checkout
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gated parking and security on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was really close to the boardwalk which was the goal. When we came in it was okay, but as we checked the room around, there was some empty water bottles under the bed, it was pretty dusty. They definitely did not clean the floor. Ac does almost nothing. the water inside the bathroom would smell at certain times and the bathroom fan did not work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Close to the boardwalk. No need to pay for parking. Few minutes to walk to beach or the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Colton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, walkable to anything and with free parking is an automatic plus! Room was a little small, facilities in the room didnt work great but got the job done, would stay here again based on convenience of the location, but definitely a little pricey for what youre getting out of the stay, overall 3.5/5, worth the trip for a last minute getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked into the property and front office smelled like curry. At furst he didnt want to give us a second key but relented. Went to our room and it had a ckeaning smell in it. Which I suppose is good but noted hair in the bathroom and shower. Took 10 min before lukewarm water came out of the faucet to wash up and same for the shower! Motel is located on a very busy intersection so I didnt get much sleep at all! Felt like people were outside my door all night! Only positive was it was walking distance to the Boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old but decent. Small rooms but quiet. Terrible small pillows but fine for the one night. Walkable to the boardwalk. Free parking but no breakfast. No lock on the bathroom door and no chain/swing lock.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the owner was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Abel lopez

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Santa Cruz at the Capri Motel. It’s a simple no frills place but in a very convenient location at a fantastic price. On a busy intersection during the day which makes for such interesting people & action watching. At night late when sleeping it quieted down. The motel is really in a great location. Park your car, unpack and go have some fun. The San Lorenzo River runs right next to the street and there’s a trail you can take to the boardwalk or over to East Cliff side or the other direction that’s a really nice walk and you get some marvelous views of the beach boardwalk if you go all the way to Cliff Drive Vista Point. I will say though, a nice hot jacuzzi would have really felt marvelous after all the walking we did. Not one offered there but there are spas that we could have gone to that we could have taken care of our tired achey parts. We just weren’t there long enough and didn’t have the time. Ah shucks !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bare bones. Linen had light stains and burn holes from cigarettes, pillows were flat, coffee machine broken, very little parking. Conveniently placed though. Walking distance from almost everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chill Spot

Nice spot and street view close walking distance to boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

LeiLani

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The area was noisy in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazelle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025