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Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Interior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Property entrance
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, Hitching Post Studios Inn is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Santa Cruz Harbor and Ocean Street. This 31-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ocean Street - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crêpe Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Dogs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sampa - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Hitching Post Studios Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and express check-out. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Hitching Post Studios Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Hitching Post Studios Inn?

This motel is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz within a short 15-minute walk of Santa Cruz Harbor. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn include a casino?

No, Hitching Post Studios Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Hitching Post Studios Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include kitchens and garden views.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hitching Post Studios Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hitching Post Studios Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Hitching Post Studios Inn?

The closest major airport to Hitching Post Studios Inn is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 13.9 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hitching Post Studios Inn offer a furnished patio and may feature garden views.

Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 310 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised about the cleanliness and space of the room. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Oak Island

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, pleasant staff, lots of restaurants to choose from in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although this is an old motel, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed staying here. It was a very convenient, central location. It was quiet, clean and comfortable. Yes, it was a wee bit dated, but that just added to the character. The staff members were friendly and helpful. Keeping in mind this is not 4-star hotel, it certainly met all of my needs and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. And it is very reasonably priced!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness very lacking. Could not walk barefooted in unit without feet getting filthy. Bedding threadbare and pretty gross. Person in room next to us seemed to be a long term resident and hoarder. His room was filled to the brim with junk he was collecting that was overflowing from his truck. Strong smell of natural gas in unit that would come and go. We booked 3 nights but left after two. Do not recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hitching Post was a nice little motel. Can't expect much for $100 a night and I think they do a pretty good job.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

naseem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Little sketchy on the outside but the rooms were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised to find the room remodeled. Everything was tastefully done. The mattress was a dream. It was very helpful to have a coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Elvia

Traveled with family
As soon as we walked in the room there was an overwhelming smell of toxic cleaning supplies used. It was late and we were tired, but we stayed up for quite a while with both the window and door wide open. The odor was so strong that it was still present in the morning. The property worker was not available when we tried to address the strong "cleaning" odor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maricela

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

Practical and Convenient - Almost Perfect

The Hitching Post has such potential, and I wish they would see it. The set up is so cute; a little bit of artistic design, and this place would be an even bigger hit! As far as the stay, it was good. Nothing too extravagant. We've stayed here a couple of times, and probably will again since we have a few upcoming appointments in Santa Cruz (it's about a 4 hour drive one way for us). Nothing looks dirty, but sometimes I wonder if I should bring my own sheets . My husband and I have slept comfortably, but my in-laws have complained of not sleeping well both times. We got a room that had a separate kitchen with a fridge, stove, microwave and kitchen sink. If you plan on staying a couple nights, bring your supplies and take advantage of it. The neighborhood looks a little shady, but we felt safe. Not loud, not dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Host was very kind, and made an effort to help us secure our bikes. The rooms are clean but are modestly appointed with furniture. Guests must pay extra to access kitchen tools and resources.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing trip because of how awesome this location was. Quiet, easy to park (even my big truck fit the parking spaces) and the market across the way had all the right snacks for my birthday event on the beach! Thank you again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room we had was with a kitchen. It met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property with wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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