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Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf in Santa Cruz

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Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Queen Combo

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Mini Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 168 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you steps from Santa Cruz Wharf and within a 5-minute walk of Main Beach. Also, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is within half a mile (1 km) and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Seaway Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf in Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn offers its guests a terrace and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Seaway Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads. This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Santa Cruz
Hotel Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Seaway Inn Hotel
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Seaway
Seaway Inn Hotel
Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Seaway Inn to the airport?

Seaway Inn is 18 mi (28-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 Seaway Inn?

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaway Inn on Nov 12, 2025 start from $142.49, 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 Seaway Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Seaway Inn.

How close is Seaway Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Main Beach and 3-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Seaway Inn offer free breakfast?

Seaway Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Seaway Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Seaway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Seaway Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Seaway Inn have a pool?

Seaway Inn does not have a pool.

Does Seaway Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Seaway Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Seaway Inn is 1.1 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Reviews

Seaway Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed

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

10/10 Excellent

Cristobal

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

Cute, comfy, and friendly near Santa Cruz Pier fun

Friendly front staff and comfortable, clean rooms. Really cute renovation/design. Could not have asked for a better place to stop one night in Santa Cruz. It’s walking distance to the pier - far enough to avoid crowds and loud noise but close enough for a nice stroll to the water and festivities. Would consider staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHUNHAO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

ANDI

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

10/10 Excellent

Arash

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They allowed dogs and you can hear dogs barking in the middle of the night kind of annoying.They were right next door
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

ZACHARY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place just broken toilet seat and broken blinds were a letdown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love the staff. It was a perfect stay will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s been a few years since I’ve stayed here and now it’s under new ownership. They’ve remodeled the rooms and bathrooms. Very nice, comfortable bed, nice towels, comfortable pillows, and very roomy. Tried to check in early per a text that I received offering it however once I arrived it I wasn’t able to which was disappointing. Only negative was they were going to put me in a room where the air conditioner isn’t working properly;staying cold and I was told the heater in room would off set the cold. Hotel wasn’t sold out and with a small child with me I said it wasn’t acceptable. They immediately offered to change the room for me. I’m sorry but that room should be last one offered to any customer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vuong

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Studio City

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Knight

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a CLEAN hotel room, this is your place. It was absolutely spotless. The bed was comfortable, and the room is really nice. The walk in shower was a plus. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young girl working at the front desk was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me and my grandkids stayed at your hotel for four days and had a wonderful experience! Your hotel was very clean. Your staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The beds are super comfy and the shower was amazing. Thank you for accommodating me and my grandkids for a fun summer getaway..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025