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Ocean Gate Inn

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Point of interest
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard King, View, Non-Smoking

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 362 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Ocean Gate Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn offers its guests a vending machine and an elevator. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean Gate Inn offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving later than 10 PM.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 4 2024 to July 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 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, Diners Club, Eurocard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Gate Inn to the airport?

Ocean Gate Inn 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 Ocean Gate Inn?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Gate Inn on May 29, 2025 start from $111.49, 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 Ocean Gate Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Gate Inn.

How close is Ocean Gate Inn to the beach?

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

Does Ocean Gate Inn offer free breakfast?

Ocean Gate Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean Gate Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Ocean Gate Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ocean Gate Inn have a pool?

Ocean Gate Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ocean Gate Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ocean Gate Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Ocean Gate Inn is 0.2 mi away from Lower Ocean.

Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 223 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 128 out of 1001 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

mary ann

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Makensie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Wararat, San Francisco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here many times. Convenient, affordable, and nice staff. However, we noticed that the rooms had been remodeled but the quality gets worse: pipe under the sink is clogged so whatever run down the sink comes back up…gross, shower curtain bar falling down so the curtain cannot keep water in the shower area and wet all over the floor, a bed has a piece of metal sticking out to the side that is very hazardous(my leg got scraped by it), a room got very noisy from cars and also other customers. Last night, we were waken up by other customers who yelled at each other at 2:30am. We want to like this place, but our experience with recent stay is very bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joscelyn, Modesto

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Natalya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. They are the sweetest ever
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, space is safe. A favorite of ours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Remy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It was acceptable

The room was comfortable enough but it was a bit dirty and sketchy. Short walk to the boardwalk and a great view of the river though
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

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

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Consistently Nice

Always comfortable and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Kind Managers

Front desk always willing to help you have a safe and comfortable stay. Very kind manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sylvester

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. Electrical outlets were not available or did not work correctly, especially around vanity. Lighting was inadequate to do makeup at bath vanity. Lighting throughout room was either glaring white or off- there was no reading-level, comfortable lighting available. There were steel brackets protruding from the bed frame below to out beyond the side walls of the mattress, rough-edged and unprotected, which could easily cut or scratch one's legs or arms severely. I discovered these when I swung my legs out of bed in the morning; luckily, I only brushed lightly across one. Soap dispensers were oddly and incorrectly mounted near vanity and in shower. More bath linens would have been useful; the supply was marginal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice Inn for the Price

The inn was definitely a little old, and it shows. The shower head in the room we got was slightly coming off the wall. The walls are also very thin, we could hear the people next door speaking loudly and blasting their music. That said, the room was very comfortable. The room was clean and was tidied up well after we came back for the night of the stay. It has a fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker. It also is pretty spacious and the shower worked well. Overall, it's a nice inn for the price. It is a little old, and it isn't maintained the greatest, so there are better options around the area. Check this one out if you want to save some money and don't mind an antiquated building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HOWARD

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap and ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024