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Quality Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, connected to a shopping center in Santa Cruz

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Lobby
Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1101 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio

  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower) | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 3.6 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 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, connected to a shopping center in Santa Cruz
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Quality Inn Santa Cruz. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Quality Inn Santa Cruz was completed in May 2023.

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

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Quality Inn Santa Cruz offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Santa Cruz
Quality Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Quality Inn
Quality Hotel Santa Cruz
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Hotel
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quality Inn Santa Cruz to the airport?

Quality Inn Santa Cruz is 15.4 mi (17-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 Quality Inn Santa Cruz?

As of May 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Santa Cruz on Jun 8, 2025 start from $107.99, 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 Quality Inn Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Quality Inn Santa Cruz.

How close is Quality Inn Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Quality Inn Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Quality Inn Santa Cruz offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Quality Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Santa Cruz?

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

Is there free parking at Quality Inn Santa Cruz?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Quality Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Quality Inn Santa Cruz features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Does Quality Inn Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Quality Inn Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Quality Inn Santa Cruz is 0.3 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay has been excellent & cleanliness of the room implacable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon checking in the front desk gentleman was so kind and friendly and also gave us information on the boardwalk me and my family stayed a night to enjoy time together and have fun in Santa Cruz beach boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Glennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUZVIMINDA

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine for a cheap hotel. Don't count on the breakfast. If it's open at all (8-10am) there isn't really much offered other than bananas, coffee.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Love this place.

This is the second time we’ve stayed here because it’s family friendly and not far from anything. The staff is always friendly and the hotel though on a busy street is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Aaron

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

briana

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

STEVE

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked actual room. It was clean & big!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

Easy/Fast check-in, comfortable room

Super easy access from PCH right to Ocean St and 500yards and you are there!! Great location to local Santa Cruz eateries and easy in and out from the property. We had our dog with us and the charge was a reasonable 30/night/per animal..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly. Clean. Comfortable. Well located. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not seem to have Handicap availed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

farshid

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much better than near by motels
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to go in and out of the property. Close to eateries. Easy to check in and out. Plenty of towels provided Beds were comfy Bathtub did not have plug for bath option. Breakfast option was not open early enough. SUNDAY was not available until after 8am.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jacobo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the service is poor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Annette

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Entrance to hotel very narrow. Office still closed/locked at 7 in the morning with no sign of staff. Continental breakfast/coffee not available as indicated on website. Balcony was unkept and had debris. Coffee pot missing in room, so couldn't make own coffee. What appeared to be mould around shower faucets. Dirt smudged on bathroom light switch. Bed was made and appeared to be clean. Overall would NOT recommend this place to stay, especially for the price charged for the room. Have had better service at a Motel 6.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024