Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
Coffee service
Newly Remodeled Room, King Bed, Balcony, Non-Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Overlooking Monterey Bay, Seaside Inn & Suites offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi and helpful staff. Relax knowing you have everything you need, from free self parking to a 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free self parking

Room options

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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

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

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

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

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

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 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 45 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and spacious guestrooms.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in

Renovations and closures

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

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting 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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

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 currently open?

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

Does Seaside Inn & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Seaside Inn & Suites 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.

Are pets allowed at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Seaside Inn & Suites and nearby?

Seaside Inn & Suites has a picnic area.

What's the area around Seaside Inn & Suites like?

Seaside Inn & Suites is a short 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Seaside Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bed
Value
Boardwalks
Coffee
Restaurant
Balcony
Amenities

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near many dining options, including restaurants, fast food, and convenience stores within walking distance. (11 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach, offering a great beach experience. (7 reviews)
  • Parking was easy, safe, and convenient with some locations even right outside the room. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The owner and staff are super friendly and very accommodating to yours needs.
Jeanette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good, nice bed
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Andy was very nice he said hes leaving so that will be sad and the hotel is older but the rooms were clean disinfected clean ..so my stay was good..the only thing that was a no was the ice machine ..needs a proper clean or replace ..didnt get ice but hopefully new Management is as pleasent as andywould like to come back if in the same or up condition ..
Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, near restaurants, bars. Lots of parking
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Matthew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good room for the price and close to downtown.
Kirsten, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good clean place front desk very kind and friendly.
Norma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

habitaciones limpiezas, servicio en general bueno
Cesar Adrian, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Grumpy Inn Santa Cruz

Employee (owner?) who checked me in was unnecessarily rude when I had trouble understanding his directions to the stairs (which are located halfway down the building from the lobby). Other than that this place is adequate for a night or two but nothing special.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel for the Price!

Loved this hotel. Great value for the cost. Located around local eateries both walkable and in short driving distance. Front desk staff was friendly and accommodating. Overall a very good stay!
Jade, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front guest service was excellent and accommodating. We enjoyed our time.
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
MARCO MONTEIRO DE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel especially for the price, modern and clean rooms and great customer service
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived a little early before check-in however Andy graciously provided our rooms with a friendly welcome and great hospitality!
Lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, nicely remodeled room. We needed an affordable and clean place to stay and this fit the bill!
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was quiet and the rooms were spacious. Comfortable room. The hotel is close to many attractions.
Adan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The location is convenient for traveling around.
Yue, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not bad for price

Not bad for price. Decently clean and pleasant. Art on walls and decent bed. All fine for a quick business trip. Nothing great - 2 ish stars.
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooftop seating area was really nice to see the beach from!
Kuhlen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pass on room 276

Good room especially for the price. No cold water in the shower so once it got hot, time to stop.
Jay, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for the price

Renovated over the old. Clean. Was good for the price.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Johnathon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay at Seaside Inn

Enjoyed two nights here. Nice and clean. We had the remodeled king room. Bed was very comfortable. It was very well maintained and relaxing. Close enough to take a nice stroll to the boardwalk and beach.
Carrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean enough, great bargain.
Shamar, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location. Easy walk to downtown.
Celia, 1-night trip