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The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf in Santa Cruz

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
Front of property
Classic 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City Single Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

City Single Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 1 King Bed - ADA

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 1 King Bed - ADA

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Heart of Santa Cruz.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Wharf and Monterey Bay. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz is within 3 miles (5 km) and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf in Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Aqua Pacific Hotel also features a vending machine, concierge services, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Aqua Pacific Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Indoor pool
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 5
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. 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, debit cards, 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open April 01 and close October 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Aqua Pacific Inn
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Aqua Pacific Hotel to the airport?

The Aqua Pacific Hotel is 16.1 mi (25-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 The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aqua Pacific Hotel on Mar 16, 2026 start from $85, 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 The Aqua Pacific Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Aqua Pacific Hotel.

How close is The Aqua Pacific Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Main Beach and 14-minute walk from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Aqua Pacific Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have a pool?

The Aqua Pacific Hotel features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Aqua Pacific Hotel to downtown Santa Cruz?

The Aqua Pacific Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Lower Ocean.

The Aqua Pacific Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 791 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 791 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 791 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 791 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 85 out of 791 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was very accomodating! They were helpful and though doing quite a bit of hotel renovations , the hotel was quiet very clean and the room was perfect! All in all this was a great stay and the price was nothing short of amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very little around and not very clean the room was dirty when I entered
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MHD SAMIR, San Diego

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Braxton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The amenities such as shampoo and body wash was not filled and appears shampoo was filled with dishwashing liquid. The sheets had stains on it. Smoke detector going off middle of night . Advertised 24 hr staff. Called and no one answered with phone just ringing. Went to office to ring bell and was standing there for 10 minutes with staff outside taking smoke break. Check out was horrible as it looked as though they were napping at 10:30 am
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel itself was great. The only complaint is the room was quite small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Necia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
It has a awesome poolside view thanks 👍.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous & quick check-in, very reasonably priced, room exceptionally clean, and HUGE Amazon Fire Smart TV. I 100% recommend Aqua Pacific
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great as usual. The room was spacious and clean. Very peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
All in all an ok stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was nice but housekeeping didn’t come in and clean up while we were there. We had to go to the desk and get items we needed. There was used soap in the shower when we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Danaye

Traveled with partner
The room was fine, smelled very strongly of cleaning products when we first arrived. The hot tub and pool were nice but we had a stranger walk in our room, we believe it to be someone who worked at the hotel as they had a key and when we spoke to the front desk the man just said it was his fault and he’d comp us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

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

Love it

The workers were so nice and happy to help with anything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the money, nicely done had a good night rest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025