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Continental Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Annex King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Annex King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Abbott Square Market - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Continental Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Near Monterey Bay, Continental Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Continental Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cribs/infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

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 parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1977
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day

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 250.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
Continental Inn Hotel
Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Continental Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Continental Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Continental Inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Continental Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Continental Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Continental Inn?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Continental Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Continental Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Artem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent budget option and the hot tub was nice to have.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I really enjoyed being about to walk to the local attractions and places were easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The office associate was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, great affordable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean 👌 And safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient and close to a lot of things. It could be cleaner but I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room. The hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Purchased last-minute hotel while traveling. No frills place that could use some love. Would have preferred spending $15 more for a better room somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ninfa

Worst place ever
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, nice beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hoyhou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze, room was clean and spacious, ac was cool, good tv and WiFi. Checkout was also quick. Staff is friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Noel

Average motel. Bed was not comfortable, unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean! Great staff! Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Luis Art

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No issues
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Good Parking, nearby store and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. I liked the room size and the mini fridge was helpful. The bed was a little stiff and the blankets not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Javier

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice but room is outdated and the cups provided were dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very good overall and appreciated the helpful staff upon arrival. The room and furnishings were very clean and well-appointed. The location was great for our needs and made commutes very easy. I would stay at this hotel again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy. Service was terrible, locks on the doors are trash. Some guy tried to get in our room at 2 in the morning. Luckily I was awake still and stopped them. Very weird spot, wouldn’t recommend even for the cheaper price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

VIaney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This review is solely for the room. The room is outdated with some of the fixtures showing signs of rust. The floors really needed to be mopped and the lamps were so dusty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hot tub

Great customer service we had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness and no one bothered me beds smelt great and it was so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025