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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

2-star Hotel with Free Wi-Fi

2 stars

311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

+1 831 426 7123
6.9
Okay

1,063 verified ratings

$67
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$67
Queen room
$71
Double room
$85
19 more Fireside Inn Santa Cruz deals
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About Fireside Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Location
9.2
Services
7.1
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Within 20 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling provides guests with an ideal base when in Santa Cruz. It is situated in the area's vibrant nightlife district, about a five-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. There are a variety of facilities on offer to guests of the motel, including a 24-hour reception, a bowling alley and free Wi-Fi. Additional services include luggage storage. Rooms at Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling feature refrigerators and microwaves. The motel is ideally located for sightseeing in the city, with Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster within a 10-minute walk. San Jose International Airport is a 50-minute drive away.

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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz room price & deals

Thu 10/30
Fri 10/31
King room
bed type unknown
$99
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$99
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$85
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$323
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$324
nightly with fees
Standard room
1 queen bed
$67
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$68
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$83
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
$71
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$87
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$103
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Golf
  • 24hr front desk
  • Increased accessibility

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional toilet

General

  • Landmark view
  • Family rooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sofa
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Increased accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Private entrance

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Things to do

  • Bowling
  • Beach access
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Key card access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

6.9
Okay1,063 verified ratings
Pros +
  • It was walking distance to the Boardwalk and it's amenities (in 26 reviews)
  • Great location near beach and Boardwalk. (in 51 reviews)
  • I wish we had a room on bottom floor for kids. (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Talk with the front office lady. (in 4 reviews)
  • No coffee maker in room (in 16 reviews)
  • the door had a huge gap which let alot of air in. (in 1 review)

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz room booking info

Value for money

7.9

Location rating

9.2

Distance to city center

0.8 mi

Nearest Airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

27.9 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz compare to other 2 star hotels in Santa Cruz?

    Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is $68 cheaper than the average 2 star hotel in Santa Cruz. You can usually find a nightly rate of $71 when staying at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

  • How far is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz from San Jose?

    Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is 27.9 mi away from San Jose. You can typically expect your drive time from Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to San Jose to be 1 hr 23 mins. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz from San Jose?

    Fireside Inn Santa Cruz has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from San Jose to the hotel, but also around Santa Cruz during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Santa Cruz are on average $25/day. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from San Jose to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Fireside Inn Santa Cruz at +1 831 426 7123.

  • How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to Santa Cruz city center?

    Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is just 0.8 mi away from Santa Cruz city center. The closest landmark to the center of Santa Cruz is Nickelodeon Theatre, which is very accessible to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz guests.

  • What is the phone number for Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

    You can reach the main line at +1 831 426 7123.

  • Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

    The required check-out time is 11:00 AM. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz is $97, but you may find great deals as low as $68. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

  • What is the distance from Fireside Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz to Museum of Art and History?

    Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is about 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz’s popular Museum of Art and History.

  • Is Nickelodeon Theatre, Santa Cruz close to Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

    Nickelodeon Theatre in Santa Cruz is very close to your stay at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz - only 0.6 mi of traveling.

  • How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Santa Cruz?

    The number of operators available for hotels in Santa Cruz is 340 as of October 2025.

  • When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Santa Cruz?

    Prices for hotels in Santa Cruz were last updated today.

Places of interest near Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Attractions in Santa Cruz, California curated by momondo

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz location: 311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Top landmarks

Santa Cruz Main Beach0.2 mi
Undertow Roller Coaster0.2 mi
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.3 mi
Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.4 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.6 mi
Museum of Art and History0.7 mi

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