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Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Spa motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Indoor spa tub
Mini-golf
Terrace/patio
Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay. Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oyuki Sushi Peruvian & Japanese Fusion - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mission Hill Creamery - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Spa motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Surf City Inn and Suites offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. There's an onsite business center.

A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Surf City Inn and Suites.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Surf City Inn and Suites offers 66 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Late check-in subject to availability

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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, 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 fee: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Inn Santa Cruz
Econo Lodge Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn
Surf City Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel
Surf City Inn and Suites Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Surf City Inn and Suites to the airport?

Surf City Inn and Suites is 16.4 mi (26-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 Surf City Inn and Suites?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf City Inn and Suites on Apr 22, 2026 start from $81, 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 Surf City Inn and Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Surf City Inn and Suites.

How close is Surf City Inn and Suites to the beach?

This motel is a short 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 15-minute walk from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Surf City Inn and Suites offer free breakfast?

Surf City Inn and Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surf City Inn and Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 45 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Surf City Inn and Suites have a pool?

Surf City Inn and Suites features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Surf City Inn and Suites have a spa?

Yes, this motel has a spa.

How close is Surf City Inn and Suites to downtown Santa Cruz?

Surf City Inn and Suites is 0.1 mi away from Lower Ocean.

Surf City Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1015 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue we had was the second tv wasnt working properly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Fast check in and willing to get me another room per requested
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alejandra

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Barbie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was easy at the kiosk. The room was basic but did the job for sleep and a shower. We noticed that some people claim to have an issue with getting their deposit back, which was concerning. At check out, it's explained that it takes up to 5 days for the hold to clear, which it did. For the price, this place was good. It's close to the beach, near dining, has an indoor hot tub, and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room close the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jesslin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs a quiet time on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kari

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cockroaches, stained towels. Pool & jaccuzzi in ill repair. There was blackmold in the shower. At $120.00 per night I expected a clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room 116 Suck's. Fire alarm problems and water temperature barely luck warm after 15 mins and by stairwell for Night shift worker!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kari

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faisal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, walkable to beach. Nice pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jose Alfredo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is nice and professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Asadollah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Couldn't sleep well, noise from unit upstairs made it hard to sleep,it carried on here and there until 8 pm and then started from 6 am until i checked out, it sounded like they were doing repairs upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvestre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room spacious and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Unhappy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean Room. Fine for the rate paid. However, it was a Deluxe King Suite with full kitchen. However, they offer no utensils, plates, cup, pans, nothing. Very odd that it was not mentioned in the listing that nothing was supplied. I went and purchased the necessities and upon return the power was out to the neighborhood. No lights no heat. Not the properties fault as weather was in the area. But, there was no one attending the property and the listed number for the property did not work. No way to check in or check out. Il ultimately left after 3 hours in the dark and contacted Expedia. I was rebooked at another property and was assured a full refund would be given.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025