Seaway Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Cruz Wharf

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Dates

October 2025

13

November 2025

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
‪2 min walk‬
Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Natural Bridges State Park
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Queen Combo

Very good

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Mini Suite

Exceptional

Partial ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Exceptional

Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Excellent

168 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room

Excellent

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, Seaway Inn is adjacent to Santa Cruz Wharf and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Main Beach. This 18-room hotel has in-room conveniences like microwaves, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬9 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Seaway Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Cruz Wharf

At Seaway Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide concierge services, as well as offer insight about the area.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers and hair dryers. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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$101 nightly

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Mini-fridge

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

2 floors
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - midnight)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Seaway Inn Santa Cruz

Seaway Santa Cruz

Hotel Seaway Inn Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Seaway Inn Hotel

Hotel Seaway Inn

Seaway

Seaway Inn Hotel

Seaway Inn Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Seaway Inn?

Seaway Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Seaway Inn?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a short 9-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and also 19 minutes on foot from Monterey Bay. You'll also find Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Seaway Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Seaway Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Seaway Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Seaway Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Seaway Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as concierge services and a terrace.

Does Seaway Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Seaway Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Seaway Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Seaway Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Seaway Inn for a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night.

Does Seaway Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Seaway Inn?

The closest major airport to Seaway Inn is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 18 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Seaway Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Seaway Inn.