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Ocean Gate Inn

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

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Just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Gate Inn is a tranquil retreat. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of self parking, a 24-hour front desk, and helpful staff that previous guests rave about.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

Available filters for rooms
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View all photos for Standard King, View, Non-Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard King, View, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving later than 10 PM.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
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 and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
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

Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Gate Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ocean Gate 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.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Gate Inn?

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

Is parking offered on site at Ocean Gate Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Ocean Gate Inn and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (9-min walk) and Santa Cruz Wharf (0.8 mi), along with Monterey Bay (1.8 mi) and Natural Bridges State Park (2.8 mi).

Does Ocean Gate Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Ocean Gate Inn like?

Ocean Gate Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' walk from Main Beach.

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Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Bed
Balcony
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Parking
Beach
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

It was great stay,view and location
allen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my go to hotel when going to Santa Cruz it is a $10 Uber ride from the hotel to the Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk. The hotel is always clean and the staff is extremely friendly. Beds are super comfortable and the rooms are very spacious. Only downfall this trip was the elevator was being maintenance so we had to walk up to the third floor other than that I highly recommend this hotel.
jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great! Very nice staff, very clean :)
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay. place was as expected
Malakai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice digs

The man on duty was very nice and helpful.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The singular staff member was creepy and made me feel uneasy. The back of the hotel over looks private residents who's yards are just packed with literal trash. The walls were dirty and there were unknown dirty splashes on the walls in the bathroom. The only positive thing I have to say is that the rooms themselves were very large .
Christine, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Elevator not working room on the 4 the floor- loud and noisy
Christine, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The price was outrageous for what the room looked like! Dirty not kept up. I just can’t believe how people can charge this amount and the place is a dump! It should be clean at the minimum, they should take pride in there property not just for the money!!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Santa Cruz The Price is Right the room was great everything about it was perfect
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was nice
Curtis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Little Spot

Grey location and value. Somewhat updated and a great value for the area.
Aimee, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Cheap and ok
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Santa Cruz stay

Nice place and looks to have been recently updated.
Scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet
Damon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
gerson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They have everything you need and you have a taco truck down the street a little Cesar’s and a liqour store everything is easily accessible to. The view of the boardwalk is amazing
Citlalli, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good deal for the price. Older place but low cost. Directly across from the boardwalk, near lots of beaches, easy access to the redwood parks,etc.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The young man on the front desk cause you’re super nice. Enjoy the conversation with him
Judee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Travelers on a budget

We stay here a lot, for the money it is a good deal, it is not very far to the beach. The people running it are nice. If you are looking for something classy try the Casablanca on beach street, pricey but excellent. We mix and match, from excellent to good to nice and bad.
Mark, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location and value compared to other hotels in area. Decent bed. Towels were raggedy. The walls are thin so water and snoring from other rooms heard and location is on a high traffic street (E. Cliff) that is so noisy at all hours with motorcycles, buses and other traffic that make it hard to sleep.
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean room
Roger K., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

They need a vending machine
Brookelyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel room was very nice and the patio made the room feel that much more spacious. Parking was a little difficult with a truck but there was plenty of spaces to choose from! The only downside was the transients helping themselves to the facility, such as using the ice machine in the middle of the night.

8/10 Very good

Old towels better to be replaced . Thanks
Soudabeh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and overall experience

Excellent zero issues was pretty darn quiet, beautiful view of the boardwalk from the balcony, nice large over 300 square foot room, wooden floors, as much coffee as you wanted just go ask for more bags in the lobby, you can walk down the street to 2 markets, A Little Caesars pizza, a 7-eleven, and your about a 10-minute walk to the boardwalk and maybe a 15-minute walk to downtown. Nice roomy covered parking I mean absolutely worth the extremely low cost. Anyone complaining about this motel needs to just pay more then for something with more accommodations, but if you just want a nice room that's clean has parking a nice view and in a pretty nice location well then stay here!
Andrew, 2-night trip