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Ocean Gate Inn

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Located close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf, Ocean Gate Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Standard King, View, Non-Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Room with View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Ocean Gate Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Natural Bridges State Park and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Wharf and University of California, Santa Cruz are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Boardwalk Bowl
    11 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    6 min walk
  • California Wraps
    11 min walk
  • Brews At The Beach
    10 min walk
  • Namaste Bar & Grill
    11 min walk

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving later than 10 PM.

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 20.0 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Gate 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 Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ocean Gate Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 3 mi (5 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

Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 116 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location and the friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and with a view of the roller coaster!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, walkable to the beach, can be noisy till very late because it's close to the road and boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very helpful staff . But frequently loud door slamming noises
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have very mixed feelings about this hotel, but overall would recommend it for someone who wants to visit Santa Cruz without breaking the bank. I stayed with my partner and another couple, and with this group was able to get a really good overall price on the stay. Furthermore, the room (a double queen room with a balcony) was more than spacious and easily accommodated all four of us without any problem. Worth noting however was some wetness on the bathroom floor as well as a sink that would clog, both of which made the stay slightly less pleasant but weren't too bad. Overall, the price, quality, kind staff, and location right next to the most fun parts of Santa Cruz (for a tourist like myself) made this a very enjoyable experience, which I would recommend to anyone seeking a trip there that can stay in a comfortable budget!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice place to stay with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room here and super friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Love our stay

Very clean very easy to check in very comfortable and very close to all the festive needs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great time! Location is superb and easy access to the beach and other areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregorio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean 10/10
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great! Very nice staff, very clean :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is my go to hotel when going to Santa Cruz it is a $10 Uber ride from the hotel to the Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk. The hotel is always clean and the staff is extremely friendly. Beds are super comfortable and the rooms are very spacious. Only downfall this trip was the elevator was being maintenance so we had to walk up to the third floor other than that I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was an excellent stay, manager and front desk clerk were both were kind and very helpful, parking was awesome, clean inside and out. Balcony was an awesome view and we were a happy family!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bob gave us great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, space is safe. A favorite of ours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

Goodtimes

Had an amazing weekend at this hotel staff was excellent room was awesome and it was a decent walking distance to the boardwalk and the price wasn't that bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Consistently Nice

Always comfortable and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

Ocean breeze was great

Lovely view of the boardwalk and ocean even though there was a road between the motel and the ocean. Balcony was great and interior decor was well done.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wanda

Non-nonsense inn, clean, you can feel It’s old, but maintained and had A/C. Blankets should be changed as there were cigarettes burns ☹️. Overall OK.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Ocean Gate many times and have never had a problem. The staff there has always been great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to pier. Beautiful balcony view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

claudia

Nice hotel close by the beach but the beds are not for me other than that it’s ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024