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Motel Santa Cruz

Rental with Restaurant

2 stars

370 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

+1 831 458 9220
5.6
Fair

1,098 verified ratings

$79
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$79
Standard room
$90
Double room
$139
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About Motel Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.7
Location
7.6
Services
6.5
Staff
7.7
Value for money
6.5
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk A restaurant, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a front-desk safe, multilingual staff assistance, and a vending machine are onsite. Motel Santa Cruz offers 62 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Motel Santa Cruz room price & deals

Mon 9/22
Tue 9/23
Standard room
bed type unknown
$90
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$173
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
$216
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$243
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$321
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$79
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$81
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$92
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$139
nightly with fees
2 double beds
$142
nightly with fees
2 double beds
$180
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.

Motel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Adapted bath
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • City view

Media and entertainment

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing machine

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Beauty salon

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed

Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

5.6
Fair1,098 verified ratings
Pros +
  • The room was available at the last minute (in 3 reviews)
  • The front desk lady was super super nice when I checked in (in 10 reviews)
  • 7 eleven across the street. (in 9 reviews)
Cons -
  • No closet .bed was uncomfortable (in 54 reviews)
  • They were smoking and carrying on. (in 17 reviews)
  • Did not feel safe here. (in 38 reviews)

Motel Santa Cruz room booking info

Value for money

6.5

Location rating

7.6

Distance to city center

0.7 mi

Nearest Airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

27.3 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 Motel Santa Cruz compare to other 2 star hotels in Santa Cruz?

    2 star hotels in Santa Cruz typically cost $200/night, but Motel Santa Cruz is typically available for $88/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Motel Santa Cruz from San Jose?

    There are 27.3 mi between San Jose and Motel Santa Cruz. The drive to and from the airport should be about 1 hr 21 mins, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

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

    With parking available at Motel Santa Cruz, you could always rent a car for as low as $26/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Santa Cruz. A very popular option for travelers staying at Motel Santa Cruz would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from San Jose directly to the hotel.

  • Is Motel Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

    Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying at Motel Santa Cruz.

  • Are there food options at Motel Santa Cruz?

    There is a restaurant at Motel Santa Cruz that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or take food to go. Call the front desk at +1 831 458 9220 for kitchen hours. Guests staying at Motel Santa Cruz are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Motel Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Motel 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 Motel Santa Cruz at +1 831 458 9220.

  • How close is Motel Santa Cruz to Santa Cruz city center?

    The city center nearest to Motel Santa Cruz is Santa Cruz, which is 0.7 mi away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find Nickelodeon Theatre, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • What is the phone number for Motel Santa Cruz?

    If you have questions about Motel Santa Cruz or your reservation, please call the front desk directly at +1 831 458 9220.

  • Does Motel Santa Cruz have Wi-Fi available?

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

  • What time is check-out for Motel Santa Cruz?

    Motel Santa Cruz check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at Motel Santa Cruz?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Motel Santa Cruz at the moment between $78 and $145 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

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

    0.4 mi is the distance between Motel Santa Cruz and Museum of Art and History.

  • Is Nickelodeon Theatre, Santa Cruz close to Motel Santa Cruz?

    Nickelodeon Theatre in Santa Cruz is very close to your stay at Motel Santa Cruz - only 0.5 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 466 as of September 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 Motel Santa Cruz

Attractions in Santa Cruz, California curated by momondo

Motel Santa Cruz location: 370 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Top landmarks

Museum of Art and History0.4 mi
Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.5 mi
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.6 mi
Undertow Roller Coaster0.6 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach0.7 mi
Hinds House0.7 mi

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