Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Boardwalk/promenade motel in Santa Cruz with free parking

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Free WiFi

Explore the area

311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪3 min walk‬
Santa Cruz Main Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Santa Cruz Wharf
‪5 min walk‬
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights like Monterey Bay. This 25-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.

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What's nearby

Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬2 min walk
‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬3 min walk
‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Boardwalk/promenade motel in Santa Cruz with free parking

Guests staying at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz enjoy free WiFi in public areas and free newspapers. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and desks are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Pool
Hot Tub
Spa
Pet friendly

$122 nightly

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1957
Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Microwave
Refrigerator

Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Cash deposit: USD 100.00 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 is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
Facilities fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 and cash.
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:

The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
No alcohol is served at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Fireside Santa Cruz

Paradise Hotel Santa Cruz

Paradise Inn By The Beach Hotel Santa Cruz

Paradise Motel Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

This motel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz, just steps from Main Beach and Boardwalk Bowl, and within a short walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Mystery Spot within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

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

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz feature a casino on the premises?

No, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

The closest major airport to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 17.3 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Jun 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner

Apr 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice, remodeled room. Helpful and friendly staff, thank you!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Apr 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura, Wichita

Traveled with partner

Apr 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was a super cute hotel. Super close to all the cool stuff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Apr 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 31, 2025

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

Bittersweet

Although they provide the wifi, the wifi wasn't working. My children was disappointed they could'nt use their pads.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

DeAnna

Traveled with family

Mar 25, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honestly, this is the worst hotel I've ever stayed in.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cathylee

Business traveler, Traveled with partner

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was close and quite. Manager is very nice, we’ve stayed before and manager was he was just as nice. It difnt have any way of hanging up your clothes.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kiana

Traveled with family and small children

Jan 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Overall this motel was fine, especially for the price. It was fairly clean (nothing popped out as obviously dirty like I've seen in other rooms in the past, although after crawling around for a while the tops of my baby's feet were pretty dirty). The staff was very friendly. The shower was hot with good water pressure. The mirror in the bathroom had lighting options that made applying makeup easier. The TV had HDMI inputs so we could use our own devices to stream shows. It was a super fast and easy walk to the boardwalk and the beach. The not so great stuff - the property is built on a hill and you have to park at a pretty steep angle. Good to know if your car's brakes aren't in the best condition. If you're on the second floor, you have a set of stairs to get up and then another 4 stairs every 2 rooms so if you're in the middle of the 2nd floor, it makes packing and unpacking your car quite a workout. Had I known that, especially traveling with kids, I would have called ahead to try to get a 1st floor room. Their are two air freshener packets hanging in every room - if you're sensitive to scents like I am, you might want to call ahead to request they don't put any in there, but even once removing them our room smelled like air freshener. Something that might not bother most people but was very bothersome to us - there are no lamps or dimmable lights in the room. Just three extremely bright overhead lights.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

zoe

Dec 27, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was cold, there is no heater or blankets. The 1 blanket had several holes burned in it and it was extremely noisy.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Dec 24, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location, meh stay

The slide lock on the door was broken, many items were off balance and crooked. Several outlets did not work.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul, Billings

Dec 22, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with family and small children

Dec 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Room was clean had all necessities. Easy to get around on foot. A lot of noise from adjacent businesses and very hard to sleep at night. Hot water did not work at first in both the sink and shower, but eventually started to work in shower. The bathroom had a gas smell coming in for a while but eventually dissipated.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Alan, Big Bear City

Traveled with family

Dec 14, 2024

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The room was inexpensive, so I didn't expect a lot. However..... The room was cold on arrival - no heat. The manager gave me a small electric space heater and explained that the electric company had a blown transformer they wouldn't fix. Obvious nonsense since the property did have electric power. The room had a small refrigerator and microwave - no coffee maker. I brought my own one-cup coffee maker. When I ran the heater and coffee maker, it blew the circuit breaker. My son woke up the second day with bites on his arms. Yep, bed bugs. There was no one in the office, (despite advertising that there was 24/7,) but through the Ring camera, the manager told me, (from Scotts Valley,) where to find a key to a different room, maintaining that EcoLab sprayed the rooms every week. You had to run the shower/faucet for about 10 minutes to get hot water, which did eventually get there. All room lighting was from bright, ceiling mounted floodlights. Not adaptable to reading in bed or watching TV. The location was great with an easy walk to the wharf and the Boardwalk, but I will not be staying there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Traveled with partner

Dec 9, 2024

Liked: Amenities

Our room did not have heater we found out lat at night there was no heater was very cold that night

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Dec 2, 2024

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

Nice little hotel great area right next to the bowling alley and board walk.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with family

Nov 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Close to the beach and to the half-ironman start, so it was very convinient

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Nov 17, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Nov 14, 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Iza

Traveled with family

Nov 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It was in walking distance to the Boardwalk which was great. The was a bit tight but it was free so that was nice. The rooms were clean and for the price it did the job.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with family

Nov 12, 2024

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

Updated and cozy

The hotel has updates to the rooms and the exterior and there is a lot of security cameras which is nice. The owner is a very nice man and helpful. The inside of the rooms are more comfortable with the updates they did to the floors, paint, mirrors and showers. The hotel is good for a short 3-4 days stay my partner and son stayed for up to four days and it was perfectly fine. The water takes a while to heat up but that’s just due to old pipes. It may not have a continental breakfast or offer a vallet service but the views of the beach, and the fact that it’s steps away from the boardwalk bowl and Santa Cruz beach boardwalk is a huge plus and benefit when you stay here. It’s cozy, updated and right next to the beach. It’s reasonably priced and well worth the stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

britt

Nov 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with group

Nov 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

I booked a two night stay and on the second night we lost all power to the room. No accommodation was made, no alternative room and no electrician was sent out as the manager stated. Made for a very long and dark night and awkward morning trying to get ready.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Billy

Traveled with group

Oct 28, 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

First off, uneven driveway. Vary in slope from the parking to the walking to and from rooms. Hotel sits on a hill like parking slope. Cars have to park in tough angles. There are stairs on the property. This is Not really stated on the listing. Definitely a no frills hotel. This was a low price option and was decent for the area and cloae to the beach and boardwalk, 5min walk. Live roach found in bathroom. Killed it, no others found during our 1 night stay. 3 stars for clean.....due to a box a food from jack n the box found in dresser drawer. Looked like possibly kids hid food from parents because half eaten burger, all fries left and 2 tacos left in a "munchies" box closed up in the drawer. Hotel staff obviously did not do a thorough cleaning. Very noisy upstairs when you stay on lower floor. Definitely a hotel for families. If it was not for the price and location, we would have stayed elsewhere.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024