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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
Point of interest
Reception
Exterior
View from property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 1 King Bed - ADA

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 1 King Bed - ADA

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for City Single Queen Room

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

City Single Queen Room

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic 1 King Bed

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

Classic 1 King Bed

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King 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

  • 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
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 4.3 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
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Cocktail Lounge - ‬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 an elevator. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Aqua Pacific Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. 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, designer toiletries, 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.

Languages

English

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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: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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 midnight 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

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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • 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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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. 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, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, 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 May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aqua Pacific Hotel on Jun 3, 2025 start from $98.1, 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 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: midnight.

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. 280 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 593 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karmen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Clean rooms and the pool in the middle was neat! Kind of a let down that the jetted tub didn’t work and the tv is run on someone’s private Amazon account. Overall it was good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Andre the front desk agent was very patient with us. Pool was clean. Price was great. Rooms were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher A

Stay in Santa Cruz

Such a nice hotel for the price. Very excited that they are able to keep the cost down. The room really was in very good condition It looks like they’ve done quite a few upgrades and everything was clean and smelled fresh
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brianna

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very thin walls.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Los Angeles

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Reasonable prices, good location close to the beach, friendly small town. There was only the guy at the front desk helping customers. He was kind and tried his best to solve issues. Cons: Elevator stopped working one time and we almost got stuck inside. Also, was denied a receipt at checkout. Guy said they don’t give receipts for online bookings even though I had to leave 100 dollars deposit. Not good!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tsering

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

CHUNMAY

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well first off I’ve never been threatened to be charged extra for a late check out. They charged an extra $25 for a 12 o’clock check out and if you stay later will charge for another day. They also have no breakfast or any amenities worth mentioning. We will not be returning here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The couple running the property were so nice and left a great impression !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like it at all
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room. Bath was small but manageable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a perfectly nice, clean hotel. The staff is nice and helpful. The only reason I did not score this hotel higher, was due to the amenities. Sometimes its nice to have the convenience of things at your hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charito

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great price and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024