Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Vending machine
Terrace/patio
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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

Room options

Room, King Bed, Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, King Bed, Balcony, Non-Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 Queen Bed, Balcony Non-Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Mimi De Marta Dog Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Main Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites offers its guests a vending machine and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Seaside Inn & Suites offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Seaside Inn & Suites Hotel
Seaside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Seaside Inn & Suites to the airport?

Seaside Inn & Suites is 16 mi (29-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 Seaside Inn & Suites?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaside Inn & Suites on Mar 31, 2026 start from $110, 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 Seaside Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Seaside Inn & Suites.

How close is Seaside Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 5.7 mi (20-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 1 mi (6-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Seaside Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Seaside Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Seaside Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Seaside Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Seaside Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Seaside Inn & Suites have a pool?

Seaside Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Seaside Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Seaside Inn & Suites to downtown Santa Cruz?

Seaside Inn & Suites is 0.3 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Seaside Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 985 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 985 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 985 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 985 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 985 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Anna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man and young lady at the front desk were pleasant and professional when I checked in. Unfortunately, the rest of my experience was quite unpleasant. The room and building seems quite run down. The entire place (hallway and room smelled of a strong, unpleasant odor of cleaning solution, the bathroom smelled strongly of urine, and the bathroom sink was backed up (drained very slowly) and unclean (with hair sticking to the walls of the sink). There was a dark and unsightly view out the windows, because about one feet in front of the windows was a chain link fence with trash strewn against the fence, scraggly dusty bushes, and an asphalt parking lot beyond (and at night, someone in the parking lot, was hanging out against the fence talking to himself, and making loud, weird, crazy sounds). The walls are thin, so the guy upstairs who stayed up all night on the phone and dropped stuff on the bare laminate floors, made for a night of little sleep. There was a power outage in the area for a few hours, so the room went entirely dark, but no one bothered to check, to see if I was ok. Fortunately, I was able to retrieve a mini bicycle light from my car to dimly illuminate the room. During this time, there was no heat or ventilation in the room, and the food stored in the fridge was not cooled. ...And the security door leading into the building was propped open.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil

It was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo, Charlotte

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean remodeled room close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff, clean room. Recently updated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was neglected and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The office was open (1700) but no one in the office when I went to check in. Rang the bell for 15 minutes and called the local phone # which I could hear ring loudly in the back room. Chatted with Hotels.com chatbot trying to get in contact the property....While chatting, I could hear the phone ringing and ringing and ringing....finally the clerk finally came to the desk....seemed like he had just awakened (time was 1725)...got checked in went to room...room was very clean. About 4 hours later went to take a shower.....no hot water....let water run for 15 minutes; still no hot water. I called the desk (21:00) and there was no answer. Tried the desk every few minutes after that....finally got an answer. Desk apologized and said to give the water 5 minutes before trying again...15 minutes later the hot water worked. Got an email apology from the property regarding the check-in process. Property offered to give me discount on my next visit....I live 200 miles away and I see no need to return. BTW there were only 6 cars in the parking lot when I left at 0600 in the morning; it wasn't as if the property was so busy that base line customer service levels should have been impacted..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos a.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
STAFF WAS FREINDLY
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Manus

Disliked: Amenities
Average accomodation. While accommodating not that friendly. When leaving would not issue a receipt and maintained that once fully checked out - Hotels.com would issue the receipt. So do not know what my final bill was not
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was not my usual type of place but it was clean and worked out for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed one night. The room was clean, and had everything I needed. The hotel is in a good area, there is plenty of food near buy. Downtown and the beach is close as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, parking outside. Good value for the dollar
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Pam

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, QUINCY

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, QUINCY

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amenities lacking and worse. Literally no lamps just overhead lights. Bathroom sink worked fine but cabinet in disrepair. The most glaring issue, which I realized in morning, is that bedding probably had not been washed - found numerous hairs once I pulled the comforter further and further back.
Discovered these after seeing others and investigating just how unclean is this bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is really nice friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025