Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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. Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers its guests complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1957
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers 25 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

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 satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 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:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Facilities fee: USD 3 per accommodation, 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
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, Discover, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

Property is also known as

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Fireside Santa Cruz
Paradise Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Inn By The Beach Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Motel Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to the airport?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is 17.3 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 Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

As of Jun 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz on Jun 19, 2025 start from $117.0, 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 Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

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

How close is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Main Beach and 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not have a pool.

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

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

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 868 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kiana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall this motel was fine, especially for the price. It was fairly clean (nothing popped out as obviously dirty like I've seen in other rooms in the past, although after crawling around for a while the tops of my baby's feet were pretty dirty). The staff was very friendly. The shower was hot with good water pressure. The mirror in the bathroom had lighting options that made applying makeup easier. The TV had HDMI inputs so we could use our own devices to stream shows. It was a super fast and easy walk to the boardwalk and the beach. The not so great stuff - the property is built on a hill and you have to park at a pretty steep angle. Good to know if your car's brakes aren't in the best condition. If you're on the second floor, you have a set of stairs to get up and then another 4 stairs every 2 rooms so if you're in the middle of the 2nd floor, it makes packing and unpacking your car quite a workout. Had I known that, especially traveling with kids, I would have called ahead to try to get a 1st floor room. Their are two air freshener packets hanging in every room - if you're sensitive to scents like I am, you might want to call ahead to request they don't put any in there, but even once removing them our room smelled like air freshener. Something that might not bother most people but was very bothersome to us - there are no lamps or dimmable lights in the room. Just three extremely bright overhead lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

zoe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was cold, there is no heater or blankets. The 1 blanket had several holes burned in it and it was extremely noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location, meh stay

The slide lock on the door was broken, many items were off balance and crooked. Several outlets did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean had all necessities. Easy to get around on foot. A lot of noise from adjacent businesses and very hard to sleep at night. Hot water did not work at first in both the sink and shower, but eventually started to work in shower. The bathroom had a gas smell coming in for a while but eventually dissipated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Alan, Big Bear City

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was inexpensive, so I didn't expect a lot. However..... The room was cold on arrival - no heat. The manager gave me a small electric space heater and explained that the electric company had a blown transformer they wouldn't fix. Obvious nonsense since the property did have electric power. The room had a small refrigerator and microwave - no coffee maker. I brought my own one-cup coffee maker. When I ran the heater and coffee maker, it blew the circuit breaker. My son woke up the second day with bites on his arms. Yep, bed bugs. There was no one in the office, (despite advertising that there was 24/7,) but through the Ring camera, the manager told me, (from Scotts Valley,) where to find a key to a different room, maintaining that EcoLab sprayed the rooms every week. You had to run the shower/faucet for about 10 minutes to get hot water, which did eventually get there. All room lighting was from bright, ceiling mounted floodlights. Not adaptable to reading in bed or watching TV. The location was great with an easy walk to the wharf and the Boardwalk, but I will not be staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our room did not have heater we found out lat at night there was no heater was very cold that night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little hotel great area right next to the bowling alley and board walk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and to the half-ironman start, so it was very convinient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Iza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was in walking distance to the Boardwalk which was great. The was a bit tight but it was free so that was nice. The rooms were clean and for the price it did the job.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle

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

Updated and cozy

The hotel has updates to the rooms and the exterior and there is a lot of security cameras which is nice. The owner is a very nice man and helpful. The inside of the rooms are more comfortable with the updates they did to the floors, paint, mirrors and showers. The hotel is good for a short 3-4 days stay my partner and son stayed for up to four days and it was perfectly fine. The water takes a while to heat up but that’s just due to old pipes. It may not have a continental breakfast or offer a vallet service but the views of the beach, and the fact that it’s steps away from the boardwalk bowl and Santa Cruz beach boardwalk is a huge plus and benefit when you stay here. It’s cozy, updated and right next to the beach. It’s reasonably priced and well worth the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

britt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I booked a two night stay and on the second night we lost all power to the room. No accommodation was made, no alternative room and no electrician was sent out as the manager stated. Made for a very long and dark night and awkward morning trying to get ready.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Billy

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First off, uneven driveway. Vary in slope from the parking to the walking to and from rooms. Hotel sits on a hill like parking slope. Cars have to park in tough angles. There are stairs on the property. This is Not really stated on the listing. Definitely a no frills hotel. This was a low price option and was decent for the area and cloae to the beach and boardwalk, 5min walk. Live roach found in bathroom. Killed it, no others found during our 1 night stay. 3 stars for clean.....due to a box a food from jack n the box found in dresser drawer. Looked like possibly kids hid food from parents because half eaten burger, all fries left and 2 tacos left in a "munchies" box closed up in the drawer. Hotel staff obviously did not do a thorough cleaning. Very noisy upstairs when you stay on lower floor. Definitely a hotel for families. If it was not for the price and location, we would have stayed elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown and the beach. Also has multiple good options within walking distance. Staff was friendly and attentive. The room we have came with a beautiful view of the ocean and the boardwalk. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Beth

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

Close to boardwalk

Location was great, next to the boardwalk but there was no coffee in the room or on yhe premises. The second night we had no tv because it was out. Window Screens were hanging off all over too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great location!

Great location. Easy walk to the wharf for dinner. The boardwalk is close and if you like bowling or miniature golf they are both within a two-minute walk. Also close to beach volleyball and the sand. The proprietor was kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Power outlets on either side of bed not working! Unable to plug in my CPAP machine. Not good!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property went through a renovation, but was done very poorly. The fan wasn't wired in for the bathroom, creating mold in there. Outlet plates weren't fully attached to walls, batteries were dead in the remote, shower door panels weren't straight, causing water to go everywhere, and they only had AC, no heat. Overall pretty disappointed with the hotel, but I guess that's what I get for paying less for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, some facilties need attention

Great location but was let down by the facilities and cleanliness. Floor was sandy on our arrival and towels were damp.....we hope from being washed and not used! The AC would not stay on for more than a few minutes, luckily we were not staying in the height of summer. There was nowhere to hang clothes or open cases, except the sandy floor. It was great having a microwave and fridge, but there was only one chair and no table to sit at. There were no lamps, the main lights were the only lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024