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The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
Front of property
Classic 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City Single Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

City Single Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 1 King Bed - ADA

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a mile (2 km) of Santa Cruz Wharf, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. This 36-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

At The Aqua Pacific Hotel, guests have access to an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include express check-out and a vending machine.
50-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, coffee makers, and fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 5
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to October 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Aqua Pacific Inn
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz, just steps from Ocean Street. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aqua Pacific Hotel on Mar 10, 2026 start from $89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Aqua Pacific Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from April 01 until October 31.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillow menu, Netflix, and free wired internet.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Aqua Pacific Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Aqua Pacific Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Aqua Pacific Hotel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Aqua Pacific Hotel is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.1 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Aqua Pacific Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Aqua Pacific Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 788 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Braxton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The amenities such as shampoo and body wash was not filled and appears shampoo was filled with dishwashing liquid. The sheets had stains on it. Smoke detector going off middle of night . Advertised 24 hr staff. Called and no one answered with phone just ringing. Went to office to ring bell and was standing there for 10 minutes with staff outside taking smoke break. Check out was horrible as it looked as though they were napping at 10:30 am
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel itself was great. The only complaint is the room was quite small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Necia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
It has a awesome poolside view thanks 👍.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous & quick check-in, very reasonably priced, room exceptionally clean, and HUGE Amazon Fire Smart TV. I 100% recommend Aqua Pacific
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great as usual. The room was spacious and clean. Very peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
All in all an ok stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was nice but housekeeping didn’t come in and clean up while we were there. We had to go to the desk and get items we needed. There was used soap in the shower when we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Danaye

Traveled with partner
The room was fine, smelled very strongly of cleaning products when we first arrived. The hot tub and pool were nice but we had a stranger walk in our room, we believe it to be someone who worked at the hotel as they had a key and when we spoke to the front desk the man just said it was his fault and he’d comp us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

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

Love it

The workers were so nice and happy to help with anything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the money, nicely done had a good night rest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dwight

Traveled with family
Nice but bathroom walls wet inside and you can easily put finger thru wall at base because of rot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy. Room clean. Plenty of towels. Staff was efficient and helpful. Did not use the pool. Was able to hear hallway noise when i was sleeping, but that quieted down. Fine overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025