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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

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

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Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand, and a comfortable armchair create a cozy space for rest and relaxation.
Reception area with a modern design, featuring a large number display and a workspace with a computer and potted plant.
Stunning coastal town with Mediterranean architecture, situated along the waterfront, offering breathtaking sea views.
Relax in this cozy space with a sofa, desk, and entertainment unit, perfect for unwinding.
Enjoy a serene beachside retreat with a wide sandy beach and stunning ocean views.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and University of California, Santa Cruz are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offers 28 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Beds feature down comforters. Televisions come with cable channels.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Motel Santa Cruz

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
2.4 out of 5, 1,013 reviews
$93 nightly
The price is $107
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel Santa Cruz

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00
Express 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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:

  • Cleaning deposit: USD 200.00 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 fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 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 Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA to the airport?

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA is 15.5 mi (23-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 Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA on Aug 2, 2025 start from $399.0, 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 Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA .

How close is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA to the beach?

This motel is 5.3 mi (14-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 8.2 mi (18-min drive) from Rio Del Mar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 35.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA have a pool?

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA does not have a pool.

Does Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA to downtown Santa Cruz?

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA is 0.3 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 143 out of 512 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

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

Don't recommend on the phone

Too small had two beds in there for two people no room to walk three steps to get into the door free handicap forget about it beds are too high no closet hang your clothes up I've been to motel 6 before they always had a closet they need to do away with the steps
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

AWFUL!!

Awful stay. Bugs crawling on walls and our things. Will never stay here again. Had to book another place for the rest of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Aysha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wendell, Novato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Registration was easy and man super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cameron

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

4/10 Poor

Judi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charged a refundable deposit, which Expedia did not mention at time of booking. Exterior was old, area was questionable such that it appeared there were unhoused ppl staying there. 2 SC Police officers arrived at some point and were speaking to other motel guests. Room was TINY. Bed was comfortable, but sheets and towels looked dirty/dingy. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convinient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

Better than expected

Much better than expected. Nice large walk-in shower and new bathroom. Clean remodel done with quality. Comfortable mattress larger of mini refrigerator with separate freezer. Beside the narrow layout of the structure n parking lot of an old school motel extra parking in the rear.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Dont do it

The property was dirty, tweakers everywhere. There was a dirty syringe on the ground my dog almost stepped on it. Told the owner and he dis nothing about it. Didn't even try and pic it up. Stayed there sll hole trip. Room was also very dirty. We had to do are own cleaning to feel comfortable. Will never say at this location or recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Markus

No coffee in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

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

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nathanael

Disliked: Staff & service
The motel was quiet and clean and safe. The room was a little overpriced, pretty small for 2 beds but good enough. The expedia page says "Coffee and tea in common areas". There was no coffee, and the common area was locked. No one was there when I checked out at 8:30 AM and needed to ask about my deposit. That doesn't qualify as a "24-hour front desk". Also, there was no mention about a $50 deposit other than a handwritten note taped to the glass which I didn't notice until after the card had been authorized.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Dominique

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was dirty. Food and stuff all on the floor. The shower had mud/sand in it. They was a big bag of trash left just outside our door for a vast majority of the day. We did ask them to come in and clean the room, they never did. I will NEVER return or recommend this location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Conor

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024