Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included) | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Aqua Breeze Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights like Monterey Bay. The 50 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and LED TVs.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cowell's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aqua Breeze Inn

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Aqua Breeze Inn features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine.
40-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free long-distance calls.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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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 parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Night Window, Located on Side of Office]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

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 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 10 mi (16 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10:00 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. 
  • Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 10 mi (16 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Aqua Breeze
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Hotel Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn Motel
Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Aqua Breeze Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Aqua Breeze Inn?

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

Will I be able to park at Aqua Breeze Inn?

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

Does Aqua Breeze Inn include a casino?

No, Aqua Breeze Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Aqua Breeze Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Aqua Breeze Inn?

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

Does Aqua Breeze Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Aqua Breeze Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Aqua Breeze Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Does Aqua Breeze Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Aqua Breeze Inn?

The closest major airport to Aqua Breeze Inn is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 17.4 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 Aqua Breeze Inn?

No, at Aqua Breeze Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Aqua Breeze Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Josh

Disliked: Amenities
There are 2 wings; the hotel and long term stays-we stayed in the long term wing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yao

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close to the beach. But I would rather stay a little further away with a better quality hotel next time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient!! Nice beach closeness!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was great. Hotel was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, easy check in, clean room and friendly service. Can’t ask for much more.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

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

Cheap and convenient

You get what you pay for. But is was clean, and provided (only) one parking for free. The checkin girl was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

CATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is older but it is well kept.The room was clean and everything worked. It is quiet as far as noise from other rooms but it can be noisy with the cars going down the street at all hours of the night. Staff were all amazing. The parking lot is small but location is right behind the boardwalk within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
Convient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy, Convenient, Clean and Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thin walls and hard flooring that leads to being able to hear your neighbors with ease...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable..simple room... older but clean.... nice to walk to the boardwalk ... also convenient store down the road. Beautiful scenery. Very hot water . Easy check in... friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close the beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Isaac

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s quite
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024