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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Sundeck
Restaurant
Family Cottage - Pet Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Sand Dollar Room (14), Standard Queen Bed - No Dogs

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs

  • Partial ocean view
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs | Balcony view

Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs

  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs

Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs

  • 324 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 399 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs

Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly

Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly

Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly

Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 317 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly | Living room | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is adjacent to Sunny Cove Beach and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Twin Lakes State Beach. This 15-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sunny Cove Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Guests staying at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a picnic area. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide concierge services, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a vending machine, a banquet hall, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 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 50 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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Echo Inn

Echo Ocean

Ocean Echo

Ocean Echo Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Beach Cottages Santa Cruz

Ocean Echo Inn

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Santa Cruz

Ocean Echo Inn Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Hotel Santa Cruz

Ocean Echo Inn And Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn Beach Cottages Santa Cruz

Ocean Echo Inn Beach Cottages

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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Hotel

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Santa Cruz

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages on May 12, 2026 start from $215, 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.

What's there to see close to Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

This hotel is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz, just steps from Sunny Cove Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Maria's Beach. You'll also find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

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

Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages feature a casino on the premises?

No, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service, a private hot tub in some guestrooms, as well as proposal/romance packages.

Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

The closest major airport to Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 14.9 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 26.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony and a furnished patio where guests can enjoy ocean views.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 599 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 599 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 599 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 599 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 599 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

McKayla

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Several dead birds at beach access and the he beach access once entering the beach area was flooded so it was tricky getting to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

gagandeep

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay over all was terrible, first I had notified hotel that I will be arriving late, upon arriving there is no staff on site, I was able to access the key to the room with no directions or map to where the room is how to access it, I spent over an hour looking for the room at midnight. Then once in, the room was freezing cold, heater turned on but felt no difference even in the morning, then it said my stay included a continental breakfast. It was the worst thing over ever seen, there was literally a few bananas,apples, some juice and coffee. There was a toaster with no bread. There was a bagel but the toaster didn’t work. So we weren’t able to get any breakfast there, basically my whole reason for the stay was breakfast because of my 2 year old daughter. And there was no view of the ocean, there were people outside doing fireworks at 1am.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All-around wonderful experience! The location is great, the rooms are clean and well-designed (and quiet!) and the bed was super comfy. Be sure to go to Cole's BBQ for some ribs. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Manager Debbie was great! Helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice room clean cozy and character!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Beach is not accessible. Cottage is a lot smaller than advertised in photos. It's very pet friendly. Staff is welcoming and professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene, Santa Cruz

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would give it a4.5, actually. Rooms are spacious, with a kitchen, and they are spotless though a bit sterile. Location was good for us, as we wanted to be near pleasure point. It’s a little bit far from town, but quiet. Sunny Cove is a block away. Manager was friendly, but the person who checked us in was cold and business like. Breakfast was OK.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottage stay for my dog and me. Friendly and helpful staff. So close to the beach, perfect for many dog walks. Great breakfast and patio with beach views. Loved hearing the crashing waves overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacki

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to get away
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. Beatiful stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The small cove and Beach were lovely. The unit was clean and had a small kitchen no area to sit inside but there is was a table outside. Some rooms have access to a nice deck and yard. Our room was pet friendly and probably one of the smaller units. There were some bushes on the neighboring property that obstructed our direct view to the beach would be nice if they could negotiate those being trimmed for a better view.
Photo is from an upper staircase
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As advertisede, super cute location. It's been around for a while - so do expect "new and modern" ;)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There wasn’t a direct view of the beach however a very short walk down the street provided views. There is also no direct access to get to the beach. There is an area of water right at the end of the street but its storm drain run off. The beach is a little further but no way to access it unless you go a street over. The room was clean, as was the kitchen area and bathroom. My only complaints are that other people staying at Ocean Echo were loud and so were others at nearby houses. It’s a hilly area so the sound reverberates off the hill and houses. There is a main parking area and then other spots for cottages in the back. The parking spots in the back are super close to the rooms which added to noise and a degree of a lack of privacy. Loud tenants and neighbors aside, it was fine. I think that area might have a few Air B&B or Verbo so people staying at those houses were hanging out outside and being loud at night. Maybe would have enjoyed it more if more courteous people would have been staying at those places as well as at Ocean Echo. I didn’t appreciate getting woken up before 7 AM from people talking in a regular volume outside of my room loading up their car.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathleen, Los Gatos

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location to the beach. If you are sensitive to smells, the cleaning solution they use in the rooms is really bad and likely toxic. Front desk Service by text is great and response time very quick. Watch out for hidden charges—I requested an early check in and was not told there would be a charge for that yet the $39 charge appeared on my card. Still waiting on a response from management. Despite this, I would return. It’s a sweet location.
From the (shared) deck.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great, right at the beach. We had the king room that allows dogs (room 16) but didn’t get much sleep. When people walked above it was very noisy, the bed was too soft and they would not allow dogs on the furniture, so our dog was constantly waking us up. Great resort, just recommend you avoid room 16 and it is not suitable for a dog if they are used to being on the furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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