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Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers find serenity in the garden or sauna at this peaceful retreat, where the attentive staff excel at helping guests discover the surrounding natural wonders.

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds - Mission Inn (Santa Cruz)
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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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
(65 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(48 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Queen and Queen Sofa Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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

King with Jetted tub and Queen Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Mission Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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2250 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • USA-Santa Cruz-Natural Bridges State Beach; Shutterstock ID 101070745
    Natural Bridges State Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pier at Santa Cruz, California
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue
    Pacific Avenue
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Swift Street Courtyard
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Panda Express
    3 min walk
  • Cat & Cloud Coffee
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Wingstop
    4 min walk
  • Burger King
    5 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 vending machine, meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe 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
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 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 fire extinguisher and 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).

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

Mission Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Lehe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and decent. Good place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heemok

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Slept well. Great price for one room for a family of six. Decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is quiet and clean. The rooms are spacious. This was our 3rd time staying here and we will continue.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ileana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently remodeled room by all appearances. Breakfast was fine. Friendly staff. A few blocks from the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jennifer checked us in, and she was wonderful! So sweet and welcoming!!! Our room was clean and spacious! Hotel is located within walking distance to stores and restaurants!! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and pleasant property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was clean and comfortable. It is on a busy street but we were not bothered by the noise. The breakfast was basic but satisfying. The rooms were comfortable to stay in. This inn is on the north end of Santa Cruz close to Natural Bridges State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service with nice clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Romaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Grounds well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, convenient location, quiet and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LESLIEANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so hospitable and friendly. Makes the stay warm and inviting to rebook!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable, and wonderful, helpful staff! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RICK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes to both questions ! Staff was great and amenities were also very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

michael

Clean room fridge staff didn’t use hot tub, wish I would’ve known it’s doing a major remodel I have not book it plus I am handicap so only room was upstairs which my son and daughter had to almost carry me up two flights of stairs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY CLEAN!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
busy area, but the room was very quiet. very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in was easy and the attendant was pleasant and helpful with dinner options in the area. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was basic with a nice variety of choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Súper helpful staff. Clean room. Free parking!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kids enjoyed the overall environment, the hot tub, and the various options at breakfast, especially the waffles!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff were awesome but flooring needs to be repaired. Sheets and bedding were clean but the shampoo, conditioner and soap could be updated to less fragrant brand.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great comfortable stay Hot tub is small but still a great amenity
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025