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Continental Inn

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

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The Continental Inn provides a practical base for exploring Santa Cruz, located just a short walk from the famous Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool or connect with the complimentary in-room WiFi while helpful staff stand ready to assist.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Annex King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Accessible Annex King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Main Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Jury Room - ‬7 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
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator and a vending machine
  • 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

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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 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 or services will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

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. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 1 to March 31. The pool will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

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. 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 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. 397 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was cool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all regards. Definitely best to book the KING bed room -- far more spatious and with superb furnishings. Excellent office service/ friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean quiet place to stay. Short drive to pier
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessie

Liked: Amenities
The room was a bit old and in a sketchy neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Delia

Liked: Staff & service
Safe hotel and parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but it had a weird smell to it other than that. It was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I alwazs like to book here all tge time whenever i come out to Santa Cruz
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

edwin cruz or olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It could have been a great place to stay , except the lock to the bathroom was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rana

It’s clean, good, and just a 5-minute walk from the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

Neemias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good deal for the price, clean and near downtown.
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

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay for a weekend get away clean and inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

2/10 Terrible

Iris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was not good, place seemed run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

I had someone open the door with their badge while I was naked without my consent. Really upsetting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

María Mosqueda

it was ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice for a short getaway

Just spent one night to get away from the house.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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