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Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Monterey Bay

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Just minutes from Monterey Bay, Mission Inn offers a complimentary continental breakfast and a tranquil garden setting. Guests can rejuvenate in the sauna or spa tub, enjoy free WiFi, and benefit from the staff's praised local knowledge.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, ADA Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Queen and Queen Sofa Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double Queen and Queen Sofa Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (King) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double Room (King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for King with Jetted tub and Queen Sofa Bed

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

King with Jetted tub and Queen Sofa Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2250 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Natural Bridges State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cowell's Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Parish Publick House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hokkaido Ramen House - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Mission Inn

Motel near Monterey Bay
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Mission Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Meeting rooms and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 53 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel
Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Mission Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Mission Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mission Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Mission Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Swift Street Courtyard and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Mission Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 669 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1027 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s a charming place to stay. Clean, friendly staff, spacious rooms, comfy king sized bed. We would def stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Son

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this place. Cozy rooms, clean, attentive staff. In the area has lots of of convenient food, markets,, etc. would definitely stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Person that checked us in was very helpful, friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. customer service was great and the room was very cozy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Efficient accommodation for a one nights staff passing through Santa Cruz
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable, the shower had good water pressure and room we had for three nights was very quiet. Short drive to all of the good spots to visit in Santa Cruz. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and convenient for the price. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Mission Inn a few times when visiting Santa Cruz and the rooms are always clean, Justin and Ben were friendly and helpful, and the grounds are well kept. We will consider Mission Inn next time we visit Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, frig, microwave, plenty of outlets. Friendly, helpful staff. Better than average continental breakfast options. Walkable to coffee/bakery, brewery, cute dive bar, food options. Good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatly enjoyed our stay at this inn. Jennifer at the front desk was especially wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Westside exploration. Really appreciated the outdoor seating around the hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent sized rooms, clean comfortable bed, easy access to room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Inn while some work was being done on my nearby home. This is Santa Cruz at its best =).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Amenities
Friendliest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Entirely adequate, but dated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So convenient for everything in Santa Cruz, and for drives headed north on Hwy 1. Clean and comfy room, free parking, free breakfast. My go-to hotel for the Santa Cruz area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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