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Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Interior
Property entrance
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Exterior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hitching Post Studios Inn welcomes travelers with multilingual staff. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and a business center for work needs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hitching Post Studios Inn is in Eastside 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.
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Map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crêpe Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Buttery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Good Dogs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and freezers

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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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
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 carbon monoxide detector, 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

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Hitching Post Motel Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Studios Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Hitching Post Studios Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hitching Post Studios Inn located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Street and Dominican Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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