Motel Santa Cruz
370 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Motel Santa Cruz is a 2-star independent property located in Santa Cruz, California, within a 5-minute drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. The motel sits 3.1 miles from UC Santa Cruz and 5.8 miles from Capitola Beach, making it a central base for exploring the coastal region. San Jose Airport is 28 miles away, and San Francisco Airport is 65 miles distant.
The property offers 62 air-conditioned rooms across three floors, each equipped with a flat-screen television, complimentary wireless internet access, and cable programming. Rooms include bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. Stairs provide access to upper floors.
Amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, a vending machine, coin laundry facilities, and a restaurant on site. Dry cleaning and laundry services are available. The property is wheelchair accessible with a path of travel to the building, though some areas may have limitations. Multilingual staff and a front desk with limited hours are on hand to assist guests. Free self-parking is provided, and a safe-deposit box is available at the front desk.
Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs and cats are welcome for a $20 per night charge per pet, with a maximum of one pet allowed and a $2,000 pet deposit required. Service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions. The motel is near sailing, surfing, kayaking, golfing, and the beach.
Location & nearby attractions
Ocean Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Pacific Avenue - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Town Clock - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Seabright Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Sky Glider - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Williams-Reynolds House - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Twin Lakes State Beach - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24.6 km / 15.3 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 55.4 km / 34.4 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 65.9 km / 41 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 61.9 km / 38.5 mi
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Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
San Jose Airport- 28 miles San Fransico Airport- 65 miles Monterey Airport- 25 Airport
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- Pets welcome 20 USD charge per night per pet. Contact hotel for more details. Number of pets allowed: 1 Pet Deposit: 2000
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $200 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $28 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) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel Santa Cruz?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Motel Santa Cruz located?
Motel Santa Cruz is located at 370 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, US.
What attractions are near Motel Santa Cruz?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Ocean Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Pacific Avenue - 1 km / 0.6 mi Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Town Clock - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Seabright Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Santa Cruz Main Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Sky Glider - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Williams-Reynolds House - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Boardwalk Bowl - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Cocoanut Grove - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Twin Lakes State Beach - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi The nearest airports are: Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24.6 km / 15.3 mi Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 55.4 km / 34.4 mi Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 65.9 km / 41 mi Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 61.9 km / 38.5 mi
How do I get to Motel Santa Cruz?
San Jose Airport- 28 miles San Fransico Airport- 65 miles Monterey Airport- 25 Airport Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Motel Santa Cruz?
At Motel Santa Cruz, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
What amenities does Motel Santa Cruz offer?
Motel Santa Cruz features amenities such as Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry, Free Parking.
What are the rooms like at Motel Santa Cruz?
Make yourself at home in one of the 62 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
Is Motel Santa Cruz pet-friendly?
Yes, Motel Santa Cruz is pet-friendly. Pets welcome 20 USD charge per night per pet. Contact hotel for more details. Number of pets allowed: 1 Pet Deposit: 2000.
What fees should I know about at Motel Santa Cruz?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $200 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $28 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) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Motel Santa Cruz?
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.