Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Santa Cruz, near Monterey Bay

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Terrace/patio
Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Property entrance
Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV, fireplace, iPod dock

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a short walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Pacific Blue Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. This 9-room, 3-star guesthouse has in-room conveniences like fireplaces, iPod docks, and sitting areas.

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ocean Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kianti's Pizza & Pasta Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zachary's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pacific Blue Inn

Guesthouse in Santa Cruz, near Monterey Bay
At Pacific Blue Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. Self parking is offered for USD 15 per day. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a terrace and a garden.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include fireplaces, iPod docks, and sitting areas.
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

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 25 lbs per pet
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per stay
  • This property doesn't allow children 4 and younger (only guests older than 4 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per stay

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—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz
Pacific Blue Santa Cruz
Pacific Blue Hotel Santa Cruz
Pacific Blue Inn Guesthouse
Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz
Pacific Blue Inn Guesthouse Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Pacific Blue Inn?

Pacific Blue Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Pacific Blue Inn?

This guesthouse is situated in Westside Santa Cruz, just steps from Pacific Avenue, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach and Main Beach. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Pacific Blue Inn?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 15 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Pacific Blue Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Pacific Blue Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pacific Blue Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pacific Blue Inn?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a pillowtop mattress as well as a terrace.

Does Pacific Blue Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Pacific Blue Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Pacific Blue Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Pacific Blue Inn for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

Does Pacific Blue Inn have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Pacific Blue Inn?

The closest major airport to Pacific Blue Inn is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.9 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Pacific Blue Inn?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Pacific Blue Inn.

Pacific Blue Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 895 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 895 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 895 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 895 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 895 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We chose this hotel because it's a 5 min walk to the Catalyst Club in Santa Cruz. We had tickets to a concert there. It was very convention. The Chinese restaurant right across the street was very good. We had breakfast back behind at the Firefly Coffee House which was very good. The room was perfect for our one night stay. Very clean and quiet. Parking was a little tricky so I would suggest checking in during hours if you can. But it was very nice to park in their little lot and then just walk everywhere. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Good bed. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Calvin is very helpful at check in, the hotel is in a perfect location, rooms are very clean, beds are comfortable and the fireplace is a beautiful touch. Thank you for another great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super great location walked to boardwalk, downtown and beach, smaller quite hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Terrylynne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room reeked of bleach… We left the windows open and left a fan running and came back for five hours later and it still made both of us sick.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome. I will stay here every time I'm in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cinthya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Ideal location in between the beach and downtown. The chocolate chip cookies were a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to beach or downtown. Premium coffee and tea available anytime. Access to an inner courtyard with nice areas to sit. There are only 9 rooms in the hotel so it feels more like a guest house.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very quiet nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and quiet setting. Rooms are cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem that is ecologically designed beautifully decorated and small. Inner court yard with fire pits and couches make for an open air garden away from tourist areas. Downtown is central to all cool areas. Great whole bean coffee/latte/cocoa/tea bar in inner lounge free. 2:00on fresh backed snacks by coffee. Free Parking is right next door in camera monitored lot ( uncovered) full commercial kitchen available for all guests including huge fridge to store perishable items. Guest dinning area is so cute! Seaglass light fixtures Beach and wood accents. Friendly and attentive reception and greeting crew! the tall ceilings in the king rooms give a grand beach spacious feel to an already big room. The owner’s inspiration for the build and design are so eco friendly and sooo Santa Cruz vibe. Enjoy!
Walk to great sushi get the pickled garlic plate!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mengdi

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoy and love this place! Would definitely come back again! All good memories! (The chocolate cake in lobby was amazing)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed her several times and it’s a great reliable spot
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great and staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Cozy Place

This place was really nice. Check-in was easy with explaination of everything. There's a shared kitched, an ice machine, coffee machine that grinds fresh coffee beans, quaint patio, ability to rent a bicycle and it's very clean. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I liked that it was small , and out of the main stream. do like extra charge for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Great place in Santa Cruz

Great stay for Wharf 2 Wharf. Right by the Boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz. Safe parking and the hotel is clean, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

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

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super great space for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location. Very quaint hotel. Off site parking was a couple of doors down the street but very doable. We will definitely stay here again the next time we visit the Santa Cruz area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025