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Continental Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Annex King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Annex King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Ocean Street and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 42 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

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Continental Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1977
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Continental Inn offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Continental Inn.

Property is also known as

Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
Continental Inn Hotel
Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Continental Inn to the airport?

Continental Inn is 16 mi (24-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Continental Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Continental Inn.

How close is Continental Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 5.7 mi (15-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Continental Inn offer free breakfast?

Continental Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Continental Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Continental Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Continental Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Continental Inn have a pool?

Continental Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Continental Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Continental Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Continental Inn is 0.2 mi away from Lower Ocean.

Continental Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1005 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like how I ended up having like 2 homeless people knocking at my door asking me for money. This hotel needs a complete total uplift from top to bottom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Enya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that I could park directly in front of my room, the hotel overall was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanako

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Guadalupe

Traveled with family and small children
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to 5 stars!!!

Fron check in to check out went flawless. Room was cozy, however they could've had better pillows. Otherwise I had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. They are respectful and discreet and allow early check in for a small added fee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing accommodations

The staff were very friendly and nice, however, the room itself was more than disappointing. Our initial room had a water leak and had a very bad odor, the staff was able to move us to another room, but it wasn’t better. The bed and towels were thin and smelly, the pillows were barely thicker than cardboard, and the overall facilities were more than dated. The inn is not worth the price per night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Traveled with pets
Ok for an overnight. Room was small only one office chair for sitting. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angelo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Costumer service excellent and very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

LAURA

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff but the rooms are not clean.. No conditioner at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024