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Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Mission Santa Cruz

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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz, with its coastal vibe near Monterey Bay, has everything you need. Relax by the seasonal pool, connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy free self parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is CNY706
CNY851 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room with 1 King and 1 Full Bed

  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 962 reviews
The price is CNY671
CNY771 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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About the neighborhood

Map
522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 42 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 45 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Buttery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

  • At Islander Motel Santa Cruz, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Mission Santa Cruz and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby mountain biking. Also, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • 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
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property 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 21
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1963
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

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 of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 15 to October 31
  • Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 5 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Islander Santa Cruz
The Islander Motel
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Islander Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Islander Motel Santa Cruz Motel
Islander Motel Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Islander Motel Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Islander Motel Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Islander Motel 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 Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. 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 of USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Islander Motel Santa Cruz and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around Islander Motel Santa Cruz like?

Islander Motel Santa Cruz is in Westside Santa Cruz, a short 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue.

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Reviews

Islander Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was clean and a pleasant addition to the property. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

clean room, good location, attentive staff
Julian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay if you need to sleep. It’s just fine. Staff is friendly and the property feels pretty safe. Great for the price and location.
Yuma, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Older motel with clean rooms... Parking was a bit tight, but we managed. One of the MOST comfortable beds I've ever slept in a motel. The room was unusually dark, which was amazing.
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay here at the Islander. The room was clean and smelled good, the staff was friendly and helpful, and check-in and check-out were easy. Great stay!
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always nice to stay here when we're in Santa Cruz. We love how convenient the location is to downtown. And the staff is so lovely and remember which room we like to stay in.
AmyJune, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The man was very rude..tight parking . Rooms were clean pool was clean.
Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My go to hotel in SC. Clean Safe and the owners are wonderful!!!
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room with amazing bed and quality pillows. Very clean and spacious. Keurig coffee in lobby. Low price but high on quality.
Laura Lee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy parking, friendly, helpful person at check-in, close proximity to the downtown. Good value for the price. Have stayed here before and will stay here next time I’m in Santa Cruz
Patie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and very accommodating.
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was really nice, and gave great recommendations for great food near by. The room and very clear. The hotel is perfectly located within 5 minute walking distanced to main street area. 10/10 would stay here again!
Carlos, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and comfortable room
Biswadeep, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were in walking distance of Front street and lots of food options.
Diana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, bed was comfortable, one washrag looked questionable and pillows felt a little flat
Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and safe!
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless. Fells like it’s been newly renovated. Excellent shower. Half a mile to the vibrant downtown. The receptionist was friendly and welcoming.
Kristina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay and lovely staff!!
Kristan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a pleasant stay. Room nice and clean. Staff friendly.
Monica, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We love staying here whenever we come to Santa Cru

We love staying here whenever we come to Santa Cruz. Staff is warm and welcoming. Location is very central to downtown.
AmyJune, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

our stay was great. Even though it is on a major through street, it was quiet at night
Howard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice overnight stay

Clean property, good location, nice staff
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always an enjoyable time here. Staff is super welcoming and professional. Will be booking again!!
Charles, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable and clean. The parking was right in front of our room so it was very convenient. The only thing I would mention is the noise from the parking lot in the morning got a little loud as people would leave.
Jasmin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant motel in great location. On a busy street but not that loud in the room. Convenient to downtown and walkable to the Boardwalk
Janine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved how comfortable the beds were. Everything was clean and neat, and there were plenty of amenities in the room to have a comfortable stay. Although we drove somewhere else for dinner, there are plenty of places to eat close by.
Laura, 1-night trip