Motel Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Laundry
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Explore the area

370 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪13 min walk‬
Santa Cruz Main Beach
‪13 min walk‬
Santa Cruz Wharf
‪16 min walk‬
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

215 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

291 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

215 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a short walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Motel Santa Cruz is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. This 62-room motel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

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What's nearby

Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Pacific Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pizza My Heart - ‬11 min walk
‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬10 min walk
‪Abbott Square Market - ‬12 min walk
‪Los Viejones - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Guests staying at Motel Santa Cruz enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Phones are also standard.

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

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Parking included
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$81 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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

Food and drink

A restaurant

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Multilingual staff

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

1 building
3 floors
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Air conditioning
Phone

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

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 28.00 per pet, per night
Dogs and cats only
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 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.

Pet fee: USD 28.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

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Santa Cruz Motel

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Motel Santa Cruz?

Motel Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Santa Cruz?

As of Aug 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Santa Cruz on Aug 10, 2025 start from $88.0, excluding 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.

What can I see around Motel Santa Cruz?

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

Is parking available on site at Motel Santa Cruz?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Motel Santa Cruz include a casino?

No, Motel Santa Cruz doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motel Santa Cruz?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Motel Santa Cruz?

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

Does Motel Santa Cruz feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Does Motel Santa Cruz allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Motel Santa Cruz for a fee of USD 28.00 per pet, per night.

Does Motel Santa Cruz have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Motel Santa Cruz?

The closest major airport to Motel Santa Cruz is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 15.3 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is around 27.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Motel Santa Cruz?

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

Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

5.0

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Martin

Jul 22, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Good location. Acceptable cleanliness Hard floors, not smelly carpet. Staff is ok. Busy, but polite.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Jul 11, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very rundown condition, Room was not serviced Loud

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Traveled with family

May 8, 2025

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

Newly updated rooms and great location

The room was newly updated, and very clean. The location was great.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

See

May 8, 2025

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

Amazing staff and clean rooms

The staff at Motel Santa Cruz was amazing, and our rooms was clean and comfortable. The room had refrigerator and microwave and it was walking distance to beach

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

May 8, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Business traveler

May 7, 2025

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

Amazing service and comfortable beds

The the service was amazing, the manager was so helpful, I needed downstairs room, and Sabrina the manger upgraded our room, so we can have downstairs room, at no extra charge. The rooms was newly renovated and the bed was so comfortable. The rooms was very clean.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabirna

May 7, 2025

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

Comfortable beds, clean rooms at great price

The room we got was newly renovated, the bed was comfortable, and very clean, room rate was good too,

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Traveled with family

May 6, 2025

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

the motel is a great place to stay, and is very near to the boardwalk

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

DaLynn

Traveled with partner

May 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

The motel was clean, the people were so kind and helpful The noise and pot smoking right outside our door was not appreciated, The worst part was…. There were no chairs, anywhere… on the. Grassy area, or in the rooms… there was no place to put your luggage except the floor Other than that our stay was pleasant… what I would expect in our price range.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savi

Business traveler

May 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean, comfortable beds at great price

The room we stayed in was newly renovated, with comfortable beds and very clean rooms, the front desk staff was very friendly and helpful

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lucas

Traveled with partner

Apr 29, 2025

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

Motel Santa Cruz is a nice, clean , family owned motel, it had cheapest rooms in town, newly renovated rooms, nice front desk, the manager, Sabrina was so helpful

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

Traveled with partner

Apr 29, 2025

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

The staff at Motel Santa Cruz was very helpful and rooms were newly renovated and beds were so comfortable

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lorin

Apr 26, 2025

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

Do not recommend staying here.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Apr 21, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miriam

Apr 15, 2025

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

Property is very ran down.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Maritza

Traveled with partner

Apr 14, 2025

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

Requested non-smoking room. Room had a strong smell of weed. Couldn't stay the night.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Calvin

Traveled with family

Apr 10, 2025

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

Bad

No chairs no wash clothes didnot clean room.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Traveled with family

Apr 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The rooms themselves were on the smaller side, it is very close to the boardwalk and a busy road so it is very noisy throughout the night, updated bathroom and vanity/sink area that is very nice! Overall a pretty good stay for us!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Apr 8, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick Armstrong

Apr 1, 2025

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

a okay

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Neomi

Traveled with partner

Mar 3, 2025

The beds are terrible, very uncomfortable. Light fixtures were damage, to say not safe, outlets didn't work. Not safe, had someone knock on my door at 1:30 am... Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

heidi

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good enough

Great for the price. Front desk staff are really nice and friendly. We stayed 3 nights this is more of a one night place. No coffee maker or hair dryer. Weird noise in the walls at night. Good location for the beaches and walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops. Gate for the parking lot got closed on one side at night which was comforting. Although the neighborhood is ok. Some loud street noise on Saturday night but not bad the rest of our stay. Building needs maintenance.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025