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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
Bayfront motel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Reception
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers a relaxed retreat with a beautiful garden and inviting terrace. Unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool or stay connected with WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited onsite parking
$91 nightly
The total price is $106
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Catalyst - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

At Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. A seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking within 0.15 mi (USD 15 per day), from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Pets

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

Parking

  • Parking is available offsite and costs USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from March 19 to September 13

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz
Bay Front Motel
Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and nearby?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz like?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Parking
Location
Bed
Beach
Boardwalks
Piers
Shower
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

One night trip. Hotel was great.
Jamani, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It nice place to stay ,
Alisa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well worth the money.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I'd stay here again

It was decent for the price. The rooms are very spacious, clean and the beds were comfortable. The only con was the parking
Matthew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic motel walking distance to pier, beach or boardwalk. Room was clean and comfortable. Pool was not clean :(
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is very close to the boardwalk/beach, which is nice.
Hayden, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Like the bed but the area and neighbor are just not ok
Luz, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Decent for our over night trip with toddler and dogs.
Cameron, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We used a third-party booking site. My son booked a room for three nights and my daughter booked a room for one night and at check-in they could not find the reservations for both of my children so it was a bit stressful however, the manager accommodated our needs and made everything right which I was thankful for. Everything was nice with our stay. Just the check-in experience was difficult due to an unexperienced front desk attendant.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great prices and The family room was very spacious
Deanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location. There’s a great cafe within walking distance! Very clean, and great price.
Isabel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location (5 minute walk to beach!), friendly front desk staff. Room was dated and bathroom fan smelled mildewy. Soft spot in flooring that sank in when walked on. TV was not working properly - had trouble with Dish network box so we only had several channels. Front desk staff Camila was helpful and swapped out remote but still didn't work properly and tv volume was broken - it would only get louder; the volume down button was broken. Would stay in same area again but nicer hotel next time.
Tv didn't work properly
Noelle, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Okay spot for one night. Their was no AC
Abram, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We really liked the room but when we went to use the shower, it hadn’t been cleaned and there was hair on the shower wall
Tayler, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s minutes form the pier & room was very clean.
Victor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great place
Don, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

OK Cheap stay

The stay was ok, the lady at front desk made a comment about us coming in lobby 5 min before 3 to check in and said people do not read the sign and might as well take it off. There was already someone inside checking in when I walked up and read the sign and the door was unlocked that was why myself and another person walked in. Shower was gross I wore sandals and felt yucky. Air conditioner did not work was hot and could not sleep, it turned on but did not blow out cold air. Door did not open easy and gets stuck. Could see water damage and rust on pipes in bathroom. Bed was not horrible but not the best. Only convenient thing was board walk was an 8 min walk but pictures on line do not match the stay of room. Probably wont stay here again.
laurie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Stay

Right next to the pier an Boardwalk, very nice!
Christopher J, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I knew I wouldn’t be getting in till late. The office was closed but I called the phone number left on the office door and immediately, after speaking with the manager, given a lock box number that had my envelope with key and car pass.
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool little place just a couple blocks from the Warf and Beach Board Walk
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in! Nice guy at the desk.
Veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the place
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed being so close to the beach and boardwalk. The staff were also very kind and helpful.
Mauri, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, nice room
Michael J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great convenient and walking distance to the boardwalk- parking also included and first come first serve basis. Pool was not appealing yet not my priority
Laura, 1-night trip