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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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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

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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
The current price is CNY639
CNY820 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 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

  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

  • Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz puts you 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.

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: 3:00 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 fire extinguisher and 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: 3:00 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 6 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Parking
Location
Bed
Beach
Boardwalks
Piers
Shower
Bathroom

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quite and clean rooms
Matilda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice. Clean. In and out. Parking was a little tight though.
Alma, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property was pet friendly and close access to the ward and boardwalk. Nice little place to stay
Ashley, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Christian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes it was pet friendly
Jesse, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel was clean. It was at a great location. The staff was wonderful. It is very dog friendly and does not smell like dogs at all. The pool is not heated and the two disappointment of the whole place was that it is very difficult to find parking, you might even have to park across the street after 8 PM but other than that this place was great.
shawna, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Smooth check in. Great service and a great price for the month of January . The 3 bedroom is super spacious
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely cozy place near the beach
Isaac, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The parking was good right outside your room. The air conditioning worked well. The room was clean but needed maintenance, the shower dripped constantly so a towel was needed on the floor due to wetness, and other minor issues. But overall it was fine. Pool area looked nice but did not use. Outside area is well maintained.
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff was very accommodating and welcoming.
Nina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Convenient location.
Jeremy, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic comfortable bed and very close broadwalk, we be back again
Stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean & easy to get to beach
Jaimon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the two bedrooms and convenience to the boardwalk!
Danielle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great place to stay in a convenient location. Staff is super friendly and helpful as well.
Steph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was clean and the staff was very helpful.
cd, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I will definitely come back and stay here again once I visit Santa Cruz. Very quiet and safe area
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to the boardwalk...very quiet at night swimming pool for the kids
Johnette, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good basic hotel

Comfortable bed. Good, basic hotel. Excellent location.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Bay View is a great secret spot to enjoy a quick stay or in my case, an extended stay. It is so centrally located that everything Santa Cruz is within walking distance. The staff are sweethearts both in the office and in common areas. *Clean room, pet friendly.
Adrienne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in, kind staff, clean rooms with comfortable beds, the family room is highly recommended lots of space. We will definitely be booking here again
Brandi, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was clean. Friendly staff. Not enough parking.
Audelina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this little hotel in Santa Cruz! The pool was warm and awesome to have. The distance to the beach, pier, shops and restaurants was excellent. We would definitely stay here again!
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Bat Front Inn staff is always courteous, professional and efficient in accommodating client requests within hotel standards. Housekeeping isost gravious. The rooms are exceptionally clean and this Inn is clearly the underrated stay in Santa Cruz proper.
Adrienne, 1-night trip