Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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Front of property
Outdoor spa tub
Property entrance
Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(101 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.At this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Santa Cruz Wharf and Cowell's Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Picnic Basket - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Motel near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge offers its guests 2 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ocean Pacific Lodge also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1992
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Ocean Pacific Lodge offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Connecting/adjoining rooms are available for Standard King and Standard 2 Queens rooms for an additional charge of USD 50 per reservation, per night.

We should mention

  • Children 17 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Ocean Pacific Lodge.

Property is also known as

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Santa Cruz
Pacific Lodge
Pacific Ocean Lodge
Ocean Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to the airport?

Ocean Pacific Lodge is 17 mi (27-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 Ocean Pacific Lodge?

As of Jan 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Pacific Lodge on Feb 2, 2026 start from $71.1, 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 Ocean Pacific Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Pacific Lodge.

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Main Beach and 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge offer free breakfast?

Ocean Pacific Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have a pool?

Ocean Pacific Lodge features an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 1 to March 31. The pool will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to downtown Santa Cruz?

Ocean Pacific Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Ocean Pacific Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1283 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff made checking in simple and quick
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The room was really clean. The bathroom was really nice. Our only issue was one of the TVs in the room didn’t work at all. Other than that, it was really nice. The staff was really friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was smooth & efficient. Plenty of parking & nearby elevator & stairs for our 2nd floor room. Two hot tubs on property...water was lukewarm when we got in but warmed up eventually. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Noisy. Not quite almost 400.00 worth for one night. Had a nose strip stuck on the blinds. A/C didn’t work properly, windows were stuck and difficult to open. Bed was really hard and had stains on covers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lupe

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The people were really nice when checking in. The only negative thing i would say about the hotel is the rooms need updating. The hotel is a short walk to the Board walk very nice and convenient. There are people at the Board walk taking you to your hotel by bike taxi if you would like, if you are close by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very noisy room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Entering the room it had a musty, moldy smell. Bathroom floor still had hair from another person on it. Front door had no safety lock. Water damage to the walls (probably what I was smelling). The worst part of the stay was this is a VERY loud hotel. The guests above me or next to me were partying well after 1am. I called down to the front desk twice and still didn’t hear them stop banging until after 3am. The front desk was rude on the phone like I was making it up! This hotel is VERY overpriced for what you get. I will not stay here again and I do not recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, San diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Easy checkin. Good value. Parking a little tight but seems to be just enough spaces. Walkable to everything. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Arlette, Irvine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Business traveler
Would stay again with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yorgenis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very close to the beach and other atracción .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

We love it

This is the second time we’ve stayed here, it's a great hotel, it’s always clean, very comfortable and in a nice location. We really enjoy it and we will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room in horrible condition. Safety lock missing on door. Entire bathtub cracking and peeling. Outside elevator and hallway area dirty and worn out. Stayed for 10 minutes and then left to find another hotel. Still waiting on email response regarding a refund. Front desk agreed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very roomy 2 Queen bed room with refrig & micro
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Once again, we had a wonderful day at the ocean Pacific Lodge! We really like the owners, they’re very lovely people. The bed is comfortable the room is clean, it’s in a great location and the parking is free.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in north Santa Cruz. Room was clean and comfortable but in need of updates/repairs. Shutter were broken and furniture warm and damaged. We were just there for a quick stay but would stay again if not looking for something closer to the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice staff very close to town.Very good location.Not a bad place for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025