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Best Western Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Located near Santa Cruz's iconic Boardwalk, the Best Western Inn offers a comfortable stay with continental breakfast, a business center, and in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and proximity to the beach.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
126 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mission Santa Cruz - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Free continental breakfast, a gym, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and a water dispenser
  • A vending machine, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Inn have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
Best Western Santa Cruz
Best Western Inn Hotel
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
Best Western Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is steps from Ocean Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Pacific Avenue and Town Clock are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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