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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reception
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay. Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ocean Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers its guests complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1957
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers 25 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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 (max 1 space per unit)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Facilities fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 12 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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

Property is also known as

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Fireside Santa Cruz
Paradise Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Inn By The Beach Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Motel Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to the airport?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is 17.3 mi (29-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz on Oct 4, 2025 start from $190.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Main Beach and 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not have a pool.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Reviews

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 962 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 962 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 217 out of 962 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 962 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 962 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Bernard

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1 spider in the bed fine, 1 green dead bug found inbetween the pillows ok….bed bug crawling on the bed, no no no packed up and left immediately. Still waiting for a call from the manager because supposedly no “manager” on site. Avoid her at costs. Yeah super close and convenient next to the boardwalk which was nice but I didn’t plan to have bugs in my bed also.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul, Patterson

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Taymour

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking to Boardwalk and the pier. Room was clean, but quirky… bed made noise, small TV, no lamps or dim lights, broken toilet roll holder.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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

Perfect for weekend

Stayed right across the street in this awesome little hotel with easy access to the beach and whole boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very close to the boardwalk. There are no coffee makers in the rooms. The hotel manager was very nice and helpful, he was a good host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nikky

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in around 8pm after our day at the boardwalk, there was no parking due to the owner parking his Tesla in 2 spaces claiming it was to hold the space for a cop. Told me to park in disabled parking and would call my room if I needed to move it. Luckily a space opened up an hour later and I moved my car so I wouldn’t get a call in the middle of the night or a $250 fine. The rooms were cramped with 2 queen beds, barely any room to walk around the room especially to the bathroom. Then the shower had a noticeable leak in the bottom door frame, potential to build mold if it didn’t already. The bathroom remodel was also unfinished. As well as the paint chipping all over the room. The pillows were completely flat, might as well put your head on the mattress. There was a questionable stain on the sheets. And no, the cop never showed up for the parking space. Overall wouldn’t stay here again. Would NOT recommend to a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very rude. We asked for towels since we stayed two days at this property. We had to give them back our dirty towels to get new clean towels. We had two cars to park because my husband met us there after work. The owner came up to the car and told my husband listen to me I don’t listen to you and he instructed him to park in a certain spot even though they were not sold out of rooms. There was plenty of parking space available. The owner asked his employee to see how many people we had in our room. There were two adults and two children. Get some training in customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Behrooz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay for the price and location with the free parking you can’t beat it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR HUGO RUIZ

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to boardwalk and bowling alley. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Close to boardwalk, updated and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic location, limited parking make sure you come early. Cleanliness is not top priority. Looks like a man cleans the rooms for sure! Would have been nice to have two towels. Would have been nice to have a lamp or table in the room. My ice bags stuck to the inside of the tiny freezer!! Which made a popping noise all night that made me feel like I was right at home canning again!! No screen which was unfortunate. Potato chips all over the floor I think. No coffee for you..... however there is a wonderful restaurant around the corner! Conveniently located across from the bowling alley bars restaurants and near the pier! Bring your own blankets and pillows this is a cheap stay but worth the location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lovella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, Nice room and even better, it was a short walking distance from boardwalk. Only thing needed was a closet or rack to hang some clothes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bedframes were extremely loud and the room keys are faulty. Faulty room keys meant we were locked outside of our room with our car keys and the rest of our property inside when we returned at 2am. Management was unreachable until 9am and only after banging on the private residence door to where the owner lives. We recieved no apology much less any attempts to rectify me not getting the service I paid well over 200 for. Location not worth the hassle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

celesta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A really great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian, Fountain Valley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There were a lot of sketchy people around the hotel. Parking is really tight. Right across the street from the boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025