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Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
Ocean views meet boardwalk energy at this welcoming motel where the staff knows exactly how to help travelers unwind after a day of coastal exploration

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets - Aqua Breeze Inn (Santa Cruz)
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The Aqua Breeze Inn provides a comfortable base just steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace between beach visits and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The attentive staff makes a noticeable difference in creating a pleasant stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room, Partial Ocean View | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Accessible | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room with 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Aqua Breeze Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue
    Pacific Avenue
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pier at Santa Cruz, California
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California
    Ocean Street
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    4 min walk
  • Las Palmas Taco Bar
    6 min walk
  • Craft Beer at The Boardwalk
    4 min walk
  • High Tide
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • 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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Night Window, Located on Side of Office]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 10 mi (16 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Aqua Breeze Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–5:30 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Aqua Breeze Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1021 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, loved the fact that there was 3 beds since I have older kids who do not like to share a bed. Location was great, will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to the boardwalk, we only had to cross a parking lot to get there. The room was clean, the staff was nice. Exceptionally convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as advertised. The staff was kind and helpful. There is a small deck that has some tables that really helps for hanging out or eating. Parking was convenient. Room was in good condition. Location is very good. Overall good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place to stay when visiting Santa Cruz and the boardwalk. You can walk to the boardwalk, beach and pier in minutes. The place is clean and well maintained! Best of all... they are pet friendly! I would recommend this place to all my friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing staff, super accessible. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my second stay here. Staff is nice and rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great little hotel in a wonderful location. The staff is great and the rooms are clean and well appointed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anisah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and kind staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed here for the location. It was so close to the beach and boardwalk. The room has a nice fridge/freezer and microwave. Free parking was nice! Beds were ok. It was nice to have the second bedroom. But the bathroom is pretty small. No counter space. It’s older and could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, bed was hard, plenty of parking, walking distance to restaurants, grocery store and boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Pet friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to beach that comes with parking. Rooms accomodate family of 5 is a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris

The location is amazing. Parking is easy and convenient. AC was nice and cold and the bed was really comfortable. Unbeatable price!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was great! A nice,big and clean room in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is really sweet for how affordable it is. I stayed in a room in the corner (room 203) and it was very quiet + has a window that opens to a side yard area = felt more like a bedroom at home. Plus the free parking + bein per friendly + super sweet and accommodating staff. Would totally stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy parking, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people. Easy location. Comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members are wonderful. It is an affordable, pleasant place to stay with our dog when we visit relatives in Santa Cruz during Jan or Feb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff very friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For a budget friendly location. I can't complain. It was within walking distance of everything you need. And only steps from the boardwalk. The property is definitely a little older but the rooms were clean and adequate for what I paid. Although I may look for something different on our next stay. I would consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walls are very thin, so noise was an issue. They also closed the patio for cleaning from Saturday afternoon until we left early Monday morning. I was able to squeeze the last drop out of the bath wash container but my daughter had to use shampoo since the office was closed at the time. Location was good and staff very nice. Beds are very comfortable and everything was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is outstanding, right across from the Boardwalk. The management made parking easy and accessible. Room was clean and fresh. We had no issues with exchanging used towels and the housekeepers were all very pleasant and hardworking. It would have been nice to have coffee in the room without having to get it from the office. Not an issue after we figured out we had to get it from the office. 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026