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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Property class: 2.5

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A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella. - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom. - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
A spacious reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a tiled floor. - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances. - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
A garden with various flowers and a pergola. - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
Close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a window with blinds, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a microwave, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz 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. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.3 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
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    6 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    9 min walk
  • Las Palmas Taco Bar
    3 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    10 min walk
  • Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
    7 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

  • Offsite parking within 0.15 miles (USD 15 per day), from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 22 to March 20:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Offsite parking fee: USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March 19 to September 13
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 22 to March 20.

Is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 0.8 mi (1.2 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

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 1015 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room was spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and with a short walk to the boardwalk and pier. Our room was great since it could accommodate 6 people with 3 beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room easy parking great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Pet Friendly. Great Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the hotel and the room was clean. The hotel was close to the beach and everything! I don't mind staying there again. It was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was cleaner than I expected for an older Motel. The desk Manager was excellent and very accommodating. I would stay here again when visiting Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quite and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for my family and our fur baby. We love the boardwalk and the hotel was perfect for our family vacay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room no frills, quiet; great location,bang for buck
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really awesome, they made it a great stay on a busy holiday weekend. Location is a walkable trip to the boardwalk but if you have little ones who tire, bring a wagon. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dickson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located pet friendly motel. Pretty expensive given the low end fit and finish but that’s probably the market rate
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean rooms especially when accommodating family with children
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was pet friendly and close access to the ward and boardwalk. Nice little place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice. Clean. In and out. Parking was a little tight though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xiaoxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly. However, the Air inside the room is not well circulated when the door is closed. The room is tidy but not super clean in some areas. Air conditioning is working but a little bit noise and the fan is not very clean. Can hear noise from neighboring rooms and cars outside. Overall, with a price, I think it is still worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful location was primo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot to book, in walking distance to the pier and beach. We ate at an Italian restaurant Iveta and it was so good, pretty well right next to the hotel. Across the street is a coffee shop and we grabbed food in the morning. The room is spacious and clean. For the price you can’t go wrong!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alec

The hotel is in a great area close to boardwalk etc. The door to the room was hard to open and the key sometimes didn’t work. If there is no staff available then you could be out in the cold. The bed was hard and the room was cold with no area to hang out. The pool was good. If you want a good breakfast place there’s a cafe across the street with great breakfast burritos, and pancakes. Please note that all of Santa Cruz closes at 9pm. Ha!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was actually pleasantly surprised. The room was nice!! Only thing is parking is first come first serve or you have to go park on the street which is meter parking . The street meters runs 7 days a week 8am to 8pm. Bring quarters and they are not digital and do not accept card or app payments. The staff is very friendly. I like the place and has character. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ma Concepcion

The air condition is strong and the parking is safe. Quite close to the shopping center downtown and walking to the beach area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't expecting much but was still very impressed. Awesome location, everything was clean, and the vibes were very chill Couldn't ask for much other than that.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful and welcoming. Not currently doing early check in but they allow free parking the day off, if you arrive early. An easy 5 minute walk to the beach. Room was clean and came with all amenities besides an iron. Plenty of restaurants within a 15 minute walk or a 5 minute drive. AC worked amazing. Will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026