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Carousel Beach Inn

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Carousel Beach Inn

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Explore the area

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110 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.

Double Room, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Park View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.

Double Room, Balcony, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn places you steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within a 20-minute stroll of Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel include Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stagnaro Bros. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Fries - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Carousel Beach Inn

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Carousel Beach Inn offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 0.2 per cent destination fee will be charged.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Carousel Beach Inn?

Yep, Carousel Beach Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Carousel Beach Inn?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carousel Beach Inn on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$171, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Carousel Beach Inn?

Yep, Carousel Beach Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Carousel Beach Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carousel Beach Inn?

No, Carousel Beach Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carousel Beach Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carousel Beach Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Carousel Beach Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews