Just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Continental Inn offers a refreshing retreat near Monterey Bay. Dip into the outdoor pool or simply unwind with helpful staff and in-room WiFi.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 42 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 45 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Pizza My Heart - 10 min walk
Jack in the Box - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - 9 min walk
Abbott Square Market - 11 min walk
About this property
Continental Inn
Continental Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
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Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1977
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Elevator
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
MONETIZATION_ON
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 250.00 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 25 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
Hot tub
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
Continental Inn Hotel
Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Inn Hotel Santa Cruz
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Does Continental Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Continental Inn 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 Continental Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Continental Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Continental Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Continental Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Continental Inn and nearby?
Continental Inn has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Continental Inn like?
Continental Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 9 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Continental Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Nice stay for a weekend get away clean and inexpensive
Alma
1-night trip
10/10
If you are going ti visit Santa Cruz this is your best bet. The rooms are clean the staff is helpful and the price is always good, higher on the weekends during summer but never overpriced like most other hotels in the area.
Kerry
1-night trip
10/10
Great customer service we had a great stay
Maria
1-night trip
10/10
Good
Anthony
1-night trip
10/10
The front desk staff were amazing very helpful accommodating ... Rooms are updated clean and comfortable ....
Julia
1-night trip
10/10
Great location
susan
1-night trip
10/10
I liked that I could park directly in front of my room, the hotel overall was clean and comfortable
Desiree
1-night trip
6/10
The room was great and very clean. The people above us were stomping around until 3am
Melissa
1-night trip
6/10
The customer service was great, the room was slightly dated and our TV did not really work. The hot tub is older, looks like it could use a good scrub and the pool was closed. But for the price - you get what you pay for. About a 10 minute walk to the beach, and there are so many restaurants walking distance. We just wanted a place to sleep and shower.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Fron check in to check out went flawless. Room was cozy, however they could've had better pillows. Otherwise I had a good stay.
Frances
2-night trip
6/10
Nice affordable place but could use a good cleaning and painting. My room was pretty dirty. Had food on the tv stamd and draws. Table was about yo break.
Danny
2-night trip
6/10
The employee was very nice and helpful. But I would of like a complementary breakfast. Even if it was coffee and Danish and a piece of fruit.
Guadalupe
1-night trip
8/10
Perfect stay for the werey traveler :)
Kalli
1-night trip
8/10
Very good places to stay
Heber
1-night trip
10/10
Staff and service very nice
Marisol
1-night trip
10/10
Stayed for one night. The room was nice and clean, some of the furniture was a bit outdated and beat up but that is not a huge a deal. The hotel is close to the boardwalk. Will definitely be staying here again.
Amberly
1-night trip
8/10
It's a good place to rest when traveling
Kalli
1-night trip
8/10
Parking ( I have an expedition) small/ tight parking stalls, reported door strip with mold
But rooms, bathroom we’re clean
Convenience having micro wave, refrigerator, and Keurig were fantastic
Debra
2-night trip
8/10
I like that it's next to everything, and it's a good place to rest if traveling
Kalli
1-night trip
10/10
Love this place we use it frequently
Dawn
1-night trip
8/10
Perfect and cozy for travelers who just need a bed, running water, and wifi
Kalli
4-night trip
6/10
This was a totally OK place. The staff was really nice and had our check-in streamlined. The area felt only semi-safe – there was a man yelling at us from the parking lot of the hotel. And my room’s heating unit did not turn on, and the rooms and bathrooms needed a bit of renovation. My blue recycle receptacle was cracked and slightly chipped, and this is a perfect metaphor for the room itself: No deal breakers, nothing huge was wrong, just don’t know that I’d stay here again.
Jeremy
1-night trip
8/10
Always like staying here. It's cozy and close to necessities
Kalli
5-night trip
10/10
Super clean. Very convenient and easy check in.
Charles
1-night trip
8/10
This hotel fit all of my family’s needs for our trip. Having a Chevron gas station right next door also helped.