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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

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

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Photo gallery for Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.
A spacious reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a tiled floor.
A garden with various flowers and a pergola.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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325 Pacific Ave, 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.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a window with blinds, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a microwave, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 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

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
As a guest of Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-out.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.15 miles (USD 15 per day), from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 22 to March 20:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 100 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.

  • Offsite parking fee: USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 19 and close September 13.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz
Bay Front Motel
Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz to the airport?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is 17.1 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 Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

As of Jul 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz on Jul 30, 2026 start from $167, 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 Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz.

How close is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz to the beach?

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

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz features a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 22 to March 20.

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1031 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for my son and I. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, walking distance to the boardwalk and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for my family and our fur baby. We love the boardwalk and the hotel was perfect for our family vacay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room no frills, quiet; great location,bang for buck
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean rooms especially when accommodating family with children
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was pet friendly and close access to the ward and boardwalk. Nice little place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful location was primo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvette

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We love staying there easy walking distance and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ma Concepcion

The air condition is strong and the parking is safe. Quite close to the shopping center downtown and walking to the beach area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't expecting much but was still very impressed. Awesome location, everything was clean, and the vibes were very chill Couldn't ask for much other than that.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yazmin Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place needs to be completely renovated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Disliked: Staff & service
Room furniture old, but clean beds Half remodel half updated rooms Front staff not too friendly, but fast & easy check in. Good location, close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a pleasant walk to beach. There are eateries and sundries shops nearby. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was adequately furnished and very comfortable. Pillows too puffy!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean. It was at a great location. The staff was wonderful. It is very dog friendly and does not smell like dogs at all. The pool is not heated and the two disappointment of the whole place was that it is very difficult to find parking, you might even have to park across the street after 8 PM but other than that this place was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Galvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was cheap and close to beach. Plus. Plus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like the shower floor, it was too rough
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stay away from it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cozy place near the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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