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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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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Point of interest
Lobby
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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mission Santa Cruz - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 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. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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.

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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
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
This property only accepts cash
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. This property only accepts cash. 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

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays 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.
  • 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 Feb 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA on Feb 17, 2026 start from $114.0, 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

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 604 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 604 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 604 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 604 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 604 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

byron

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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Leopold

Room clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marbella

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again very clean n great for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa, Pala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was supposed to be a non-smoking room and it smelled like someone had smoke there a couple or hours before, while also smelling like someone hadn’t showered for days.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elias, fresno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and updated. Service was great. I only stayed one night to attend a local music event. Not a place I'd bring a lady but fir a guy, no sweat. The surrounding area us a bit sketchy after dark. My stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anamika

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor, Lynwood

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bailey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty floor, sheets, chair, towels, faulty AC
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at a lot of Motel 6 motels over the years and they’ve been simple, clean motels. This one had bloody finger prints on the inside of the door and the water smelled so weird I made it a point to get bottled water. The room next to us blast at the TV all night and the guy working the desk couldn’t be bothered to say a single word to me when I checked in. That brief glimpse was the only staff I saw in my two nights stay, and no, no one cleaned up our room after the first night. I hesitated to write a review because I don’t wanna hurt Small Business owners and I know that Motel 6 locations are franchises, but this was something that other travelers should know about. I was bummed I wasted my Expedia points on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

4/10 Poor

Marienne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025