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Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Balcony, Non-Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Coffee service
The Seaside Inn & Suites overlooks Monterey Bay, offering practical comforts for a hassle-free stay. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and 24/7 front desk assistance.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Non-Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Newly Remodeled Room, 2 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled Room, 2 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Balcony, Non-Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Balcony, Non-Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed, Balcony

Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Newly Remodeled, 2 Queen Bed, Balcony Non-Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Newly Remodeled, 2 Queen Bed, Balcony Non-Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Jury Room - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Near Monterey Bay, Seaside Inn & Suites provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Seaside Inn & Suites Hotel
Seaside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Inn & Suites located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 471 out of 883 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 883 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 883 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 883 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 883 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet Very hospitable Really enjoyed staying here, we had the balcony room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malaika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the location was very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, restaurants within walking distance, and plenty of free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were so nice and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy property in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and felt safe in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was so kind. He gave me so many recommendations and it made it for an excellent time in Santa Cruz! The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay Staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met expectations for a clean, convenient location during a short stay. Staff were all very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the boardwalk. The rooms were very clean. The staff was very helpful. It had no balcony, and there were eateries close by.
Close to the boardwalk
Having a great time at the beach
Having that hotel, so close to the boardwalk and the beach made our whole day
Having a great day close to the water and loving it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rueshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small, but very nice - a great place to come to after a long day
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness
Remodeling was good but too much road noise all night to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that they did housekeeping daily! The staff were very professional & helpful when we encountered difficulties turning on the TV. We even got the complimentary drinks they offered in the morning from 6am-11am!! They had plenty of parking available & the parking is free..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy Y.

Liked: Staff & service
Good for a quick overnitr, very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An older motel that has been recently updated. Very pleasant staff. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and front desk person (Andy) was very helpful explaining how to get to room, parking, amenities, and fun things to do in the area as well as dining suggestions. Overall great stay and would recommend to my friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room for the price and close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonably priced before taxes and fees
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donnisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a decent hotel. Walls are thin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. We walked everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looking for a no pet no smoking because of allergies and this hotel provided this requests
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and accommodating to our parties needs. The flowers planted in the flower beds was my favorite part of the site
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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