Seaway Inn
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Seaway Inn is a 2.5-star independent hotel located in Westside Santa Cruz, steps from Santa Cruz Wharf and a 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The property sits 0.8 miles from the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and offers direct access to the coastal character of this Northern California beach town.
The hotel features 18 air-conditioned rooms across 2 floors, each equipped with a microwave, flat-screen television, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms include cable programming, coffee and tea makers, and irons with ironing boards. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available on request, as are fresh bed sheets and towels.
Guests have access to a terrace with views and concierge services. The property is smoke-free and offers free self-parking, with one accessible parking space available. Nearby activities include surfing, kayaking, sailing, motor boating, scuba diving, rock climbing, and fishing. Bicycle rentals and surf lessons are available in the area, along with hiking and biking trails. The location provides easy access to local beaches and outdoor recreation throughout the Santa Cruz region.
Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property welcomes dogs only (up to two pets per room, maximum 50 pounds each); service animals are exempt from pet fees and restrictions. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms.
Location & nearby attractions
Cowell's Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz Wharf - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Sky Glider - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Monterey Bay - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lighthouse Point Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28.9 km / 17.9 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 70.2 km / 43.6 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 57.5 km / 35.7 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63.7 km / 39.6 mi
The preferred airport for Seaway Inn is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
Rooms
Amenities & features
Getting here
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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- Uncovered self parking fee: $25 per night (in/out privileges) Nearby parking fee: $25 per night (20 ft away) Pet fee: $50 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Seaway Inn?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Seaway Inn located?
Seaway Inn is located at 176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, US.
What attractions are near Seaway Inn?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Cowell's Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Santa Cruz Wharf - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Pacific Avenue - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Cocoanut Grove - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi Boardwalk Bowl - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Sky Glider - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Monterey Bay - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Lighthouse Point Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Pacific Garden Mall - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi The nearest airports are: Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28.9 km / 17.9 mi Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 70.2 km / 43.6 mi Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 57.5 km / 35.7 mi Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63.7 km / 39.6 mi The preferred airport for Seaway Inn is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
How do I get to Seaway Inn?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What amenities does Seaway Inn offer?
Seaway Inn features amenities such as Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at Seaway Inn?
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Is Seaway Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, Seaway Inn is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at Seaway Inn?
Uncovered self parking fee: $25 per night (in/out privileges) Nearby parking fee: $25 per night (20 ft away) Pet fee: $50 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Seaway Inn?
Parking height restrictions apply. Contactless check-out is available.