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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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Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Reviews
6.8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCowell's Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk11 min walk
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)43 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4/10 Good
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8/10 Very Good
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz 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. 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
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 6 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 14 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl - 8 min walk
  • Jack O'Neill Lounge - 7 min walk
  • Ume Tea - 3 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. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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 - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, 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.

  • 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
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 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 22.
  • 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
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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 Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz on Jun 4, 2024 start from $82.0, 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 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach and 6-minute walk from 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: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz features a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 137 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 134 out of 1000 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside of this property is not like the pictures. Pictures are definitely false advertisement. The room we stayed in was supposed to be none smoking yet the bottom of the door had a gap very noticeable and the smell from the smokers outside would slowly creep in. The walls were questionable with foot prints etc. the wall plug ins were sticking out or falling out of the wall, definitely a hazard. The TV had no sound (not a big deal, but I had kids so that was annoying). Was not a pleasant stay. The location is nice but that’s about it.

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Santa Cruz Stay
The best thing about this hotel is it is easy walking distance to the wharf, restaurant's and the Board walk. The little market and restaurant across the street makes the best breakfast burritos in Santa Cruz. Best deal for the buck, but parking can be bad for late check in, and sometimes early check in is not available, it is nothing high class trust me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Rene

Liked: Staff & service
The parking was a big problem for me, i hade to park on the street
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

anaivette

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THEY NO LONGER OFFER BREAKFAST ( IT'S BEEN OVER A YEAR), EVERYTHING FROM THE WALLS TO THE FLOOR WERE COVERED WITH DIRT. THE BATHROOM HAD HAIR ALL OVER INCLUDING THE TOILET. THE DOOR HANDLE WAS SAGGING WHEN WE FIRST GOT THERE LIKE SOMEONE TRIED TO BREAK IN. I DON'T RECOMMEND.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy beach trekk access
Thanks for the awesome newly refreshed room! Better so smell paint then not? My 1 late-night, quick layover was perfect here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

lance

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Not enough parking. No skirt on the bed which showed off terrible stains. Staff was a little rude. Low water pressure made the water jittery in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

helen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blood in towels, dirty linens. It was clear that bed linens were not changed in who knows how long. Broken lock on door, both challenging enter with key card and the “bolt lock” was literally falling out of the wall… multiple things were broken in the room. Walls splattered with who knows what. Wall rotting in restroom. Temperature stuck to freezing in fridge so storing food/beverages was impossible. Who knows if we will ever get our safety deposit back. Definitely should have read reviews prior to booking. Do not recommend, even for the lower than average price. You will regret it…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wii be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uncomplicated check in & check out. Great location in which to set out in any direction. Near many dining & entertainment facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023