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Continental Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Outdoor spa tub
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Accessible Annex King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Continental Inn you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Plus you'll find a lift and a vending machine. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Capitola Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Jury Room - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Continental Inn

Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Continental Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1977
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Continental Inn offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1977
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 17 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 October to 31 March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day

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
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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Continental Inn.

Property is also known as

Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
Continental Inn Hotel
Continental Inn Santa Cruz
Continental Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Continental Inn?

Continental Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Continental Inn?

Yep, Continental Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Continental Inn?

Yep, Continental Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Continental Inn have a pool?

Continental Inn has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from December 17 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Continental Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Continental Inn is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Continental Inn?

No, Continental Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Continental Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Continental Inn?

Furry friends are welcome at Continental Inn, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Continental Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Vallejo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I alwazs like to book here all tge time whenever i come out to Santa Cruz
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Improvements needed

The room had an odor. The covers were itchy.. very nice people which was the upside, but they need to get better laundry supplies. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

2 Continental Inn’s With Split personalities

There are 2 Continental Inn’s in Santa Cruz. The one with the cheaper rooms is dark, and old. The other one has a pool and other amenities. Apparently the customers on our side are never told about the facilities across the street. Nor is there any indication that these properties are connected. Cleaning service was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Girl at the counter was very nice and helped us With directions on finding a place to eat did not like being charged for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall, filthy. Not good for a family.

All of the pillows were like flat rocks and it was incredibly loud (poorly insulated) so we didn’t get any sleep. The air conditioning unit was filthy so we were all coughing and congested every night and morning as well. The walls and doors had obviously never been wiped down, there was hair and what looked liked boogers all over them. The ironing board looked like it came from a dump site, absolutely disgusting. The elevator was filthy as well, it looked like there was blood splatter on the inside of the door. You couldn’t pay me to come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabrielle

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
not that clean and was not what was expected
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

María Mosqueda

it was ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rana

Travelled with family and small children
It’s clean, good, and just a 5-minute walk from the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Allison D

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Liked: Amenities
C
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leticia

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I didn’t like that the pool was across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Stay for the price

Payed 359 for a one night stay, pricey for the experience and no breakfast the building is on both sides of a busy Main Street one side has the pool and the other side has the jacuzzi very inconvenient having to run across the street with lil ones the pool looks like no maintenance super small lots of leafs floating and on the bottom water super cold so we went back to the other side of the street jacuzzi was ok till we got in we where in a jacuzzi full of chlorine so strong I got super sick kids eyes where super red then the room smelt like rotten egg coming out of bathroom then a big black spider right on the headboard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not alot of parking especially bigger vehicles the shades of the room didn’t close completely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neemias

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good deal for the price, clean and near downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean 👌 And safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Morgan

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

Not for us

This was a last resort stop, most places we sold out and we didn’t have another option.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025