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Hitching Post Studios Inn

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

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Interior entrance
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Eastside Santa Cruz motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor. Ocean Street and Dominican Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Santa Cruz II - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Real Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hitching Post Studios Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. 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. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and 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, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Hitching Post Motel Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Hotel Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hitching Post Studios Inn to the airport?

Hitching Post Studios Inn is 13.9 mi (16-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 Hitching Post Studios Inn?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hitching Post Studios Inn on May 29, 2025 start from $72.49, 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 Hitching Post Studios Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hitching Post Studios Inn.

How close is Hitching Post Studios Inn to the beach?

This motel is 4.4 mi (14-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 1.6 mi (4-min drive) from Twin Lakes State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn offer free breakfast?

Hitching Post Studios Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have a pool?

Hitching Post Studios Inn does not have a pool.

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Hitching Post Studios Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Hitching Post Studios Inn is 0.4 mi away from Soquel Avenue Corridior.

Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 208 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Disliked: Amenities
I had a reservation…. Paid in advance… good for them bc I would have left after waiting forever in the office. Rang the bell on the door at least 5 times and pounded on the desk. Got dirty looks from a lady there. Bite me!!!hairdryer was broken, Inadequate lighting on what was supposed to pass for a desk…bedclothes were inadequate. Kept slipping off the bed and pillows were flat flat flat… where did they get an 8.5 rating?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

TJ

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Thanks Dani! Clean room and surroundings. Felt safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ESTEBAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah Jane

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, average stay

Close and walkable to the pizzeria, bar and grocery shop so we chose it for proximity. It was reasonable value but with no thick blanket, only a thin sheet, we were cold sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio, indio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deepal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gerald, Woodinville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what I needed, and a great price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and spacious room with nice tv. WiFi was spotty. One pillow case had lipstick and a boot print on it and one towel was not clean. Quiet space.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Redwood City

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ESTEBAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ESTEBAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
CONVENIENT
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keli

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Crystal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute little place. Seems newly renovated and check in was a breeze. Only downside was there is no hairdryer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We spent 6 nights here for a visit with family in Soquel. What a great location! We were totally impressed with the room - the size was incredible, bed comfortable, and a fully functional kitchen. We asked for kitchenware at the front desk and got a bin with pots/pans, cleaning supplies and service for two. Went to Dollar Tree for additional supplies and had a well-equipped kitchen for our stay! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to others!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

caitlyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for one night and didn't spend much time in the room, but it was clean & spacious. I liked that it was close to where I needed to be, but far enough away to be quiet. The staff was very friendly and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasant stay at The Hitching Post.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024