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Aqua Breeze Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains. - Aqua Breeze Inn (Santa Cruz)
A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street. - Aqua Breeze Inn (Santa Cruz)
A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings. - Aqua Breeze Inn (Santa Cruz)
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A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork, a clock, and a map on the wall. - Aqua Breeze Inn (Santa Cruz)
A short walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Aqua Breeze Inn provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A room with two beds, a desk, and a door.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are wall decorations and a ceiling light.

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are wall decorations and a ceiling light.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A room with two beds, a desk, and a door.

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling light.

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with starfish and fish decorations.

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light.

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A compact kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a small countertop with a microwave, and light blue cabinets.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and wall decorations including stars and fish.

Double Room, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Aqua Breeze Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • Las Palmas Taco Bar
    6 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    4 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    2 min walk
  • High Tide
    5 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
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Night Window, Located on Side of Office]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 10 mi (16 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Aqua Breeze Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's 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 Aqua Breeze Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–5:30 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Aqua Breeze Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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

Aqua Breeze Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great from check in to the end of the stay. Location is great, the room was clean and worked out perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, friendly, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Nothing special but a good location if you want to be able to walk to the boardwalk everything is way overpriced for what you get
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room had an awesome view of the Boardwalk!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exactly what I was hoping for a beautiful room very large with a great view of the pier. Thank you very much
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great affordable place will definitely stay again three beds to a room fit my family of six perfect without having to purchase another room couldn't find it anywhere else
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gentleman at check in was efficient and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great stay and great location! thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was as good as it gets! There is not a single property that offers better value and is literal steps from the boardwalk! Staff was very accommodating with our request for an early check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the second time we have stayed here. The family suite is very comfortable, location is fantastic, and staff were all very friendly. We enjoy this place and will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great stay, loved the fact that there was 3 beds since I have older kids who do not like to share a bed. Location was great, will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Location: 5 stars Staff: 5 stars Cleanliness: 5 stars Quality of room: 2-3 stars (outdated/old motel, but it’s definitely worth it if you’re wanting to be right by the boardwalk)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We appreciated the convenient location walking distance to the boardwalk, very clean large size rooms, great price, and especially friendly and accommodating staff. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location Responsive staff Very holiday busy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean. The staff was very helpful. Parking was available but needed so help finding it. Air conditioning was great and windows could be opened to feel the ocean breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not bad. Comfortable and spacious room. Happy it had a fridge. Could be better aesthetically but overall solid
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

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The property was clean and its location was perfect. Unfortunately, there were very rowdy guests that kept us up both nights and the motel has no security or staff after 10 pm to help. Rooms have no phone or alarm clocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Super close to the boardwalk, we only had to cross a parking lot to get there. The room was clean, the staff was nice. Exceptionally convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great little hotel in a wonderful location. The staff is great and the rooms are clean and well appointed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, amazing staff, super accessible. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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It’s my second stay here. Staff is nice and rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and kind staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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In terms of accommodating two families it was great two bedrooms full kitchen big frig walkable to boardwalk however not enough towel washcloths for all of us no soap in shower dispenser would have liked a small lute breakfast but only coffee parking very limited for most but staff accommodated us nicely
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026