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Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2250 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps and a phone.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, ADA Accessible

A bathroom with a shower, a towel rack, and a laundry bag hanging on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, ADA Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling on the walls, a small table with a lamp, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Queen and Queen Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (King)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV on a dresser, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room (King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King with Jetted tub and Queen Sofa Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark headboard, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps and a vase of flowers.

King with Jetted tub and Queen Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, bedside lamps, and a wooden wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Swift Street Courtyard and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Natural Bridges State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Humble Sea Brewing Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Mission Inn

Motel near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz
Mission Inn offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Mission Inn.

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

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mission Inn offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel
Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mission Inn to the airport?

Mission Inn is 17.4 mi (26-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 Mission Inn?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mission Inn on Aug 23, 2026 start from $173, including 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 Mission Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mission Inn.

How close is Mission Inn to the beach?

This motel is 7.1 mi (23-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Mitchell Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mission Inn offer free breakfast?

Mission Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Mission Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Mission Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Mission Inn?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Mission Inn have a pool?

Mission Inn does not have a pool.

Does Mission Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Mission Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Mission Inn is 1.7 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Mission Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1009 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good find centrally located for a weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Easy check in/out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient location. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, beds very comfy, staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, so convenient to the best areas in SC. Easy check in and breakfast was an added plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good price good location, simple breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good, simular to other hotels. Breakfast room was clean, bright and well taken care of
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked this place. We stayed for 4 nights. It is ideally located for the things we wanted to do and was clean and comfortable. The staff was very helpful. It was a great stay,
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lehe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and decent. Good place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heemok

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Slept well. Great price for one room for a family of six. Decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is quiet and clean. The rooms are spacious. This was our 3rd time staying here and we will continue.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean convenient lication
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable, convenient, courteous, and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome facility
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, Comfortable bed and pillows, charming garden courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, and well maintained. Its santa cruz, so the neighborhood is what it is. The hot tub was great and the breakfast was pretty standard continental with some extras added in. The location is nice and central for whatever your plans in town might be
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jennifer checked us in, and she was wonderful! So sweet and welcoming!!! Our room was clean and spacious! Hotel is located within walking distance to stores and restaurants!! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and pleasant property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price matches the quality. I liked that the window opens, but the housekeepers are very noisy—especially in the mornings, every day.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

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