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Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Cruz Wharf

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach/ocean view
Point of interest
The Seaway Inn sits along Santa Cruz's scenic shoreline, offering travelers a place to unwind with ocean views from the terrace. Guests appreciate the helpful staff while making use of practical amenities including free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mini Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Queen Combo

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marini’s at the Wharf - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Seaway Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf
Located close to Main Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Seaway Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Seaway Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, 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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Santa Cruz
Hotel Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Seaway Inn Hotel
Hotel Seaway Inn
Seaway
Seaway Inn Hotel
Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaway Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Seaway Inn?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Seaway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Seaway Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaway Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Wharf and Main Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Seaway Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 102 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and close to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects of this property were better than I had hoped for when booking this location...I will book here next time I crave a beach day
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cute little spot right by the boardwalk. Really well renovated with a nice bed and an amazing shower. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location walkable to Boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect area - walking distance to the Boardwalk and Pier.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

10/10 Excellent

Cristobal

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but decorative rooms , great staff and lived our stay there. Reasonable price and close to both Boardwalk and Pacific Ave restaurants and shops about a twenty minute pleasant walk away and couple minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff made our late check in easy and were very accommodating/communicative during our arrival. The suite was perfect for our short stay, and location is only a short walk or drive to the boardwalk. Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The location is perfect — just steps from the beach and the boardwalk. The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Staff were friendly and check-in was smooth. Parking was easy, and we felt safe the whole time. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location, nice staff, Room was fine, a little small… And shower not great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love the staff. It was a perfect stay will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to warf
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing find. Beautiful rooms. Comfortable bed. Great location. Walkable to the boardwalk. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always enjoy staying there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner in Room 223 didn’t work on a very warm night. Good location, mattress and linens was tired. Won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean and the staff are amazing!!! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young girl working at the front desk was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Knight

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a CLEAN hotel room, this is your place. It was absolutely spotless. The bed was comfortable, and the room is really nice. The walk in shower was a plus. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always friendly service and comfortable rooms. The big showers are wonderful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They initially claimed it had a partial ocean view, but then I received a message offering a better room for an extra $25. I agreed, but it seems that meant no ocean view at all, which was disappointing. I suspect this is a tactic to lure customers.ars they had a better room for me so i said ok but i guess that meant no view of the ocean kinda dissappointed i imagine its a wY to lur clients
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025