Harbor Inn

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

Photo gallery for Harbor Inn

Beach nearby
Garden
Property entrance
Front of property
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$323
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room, One Bed, No Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 371 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Harbor Inn you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Eastside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Harbor Inn

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of Harbor Inn, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harbor Inn offers 19 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Harbor Inn Santa Cruz
Harbor Santa Cruz
Harbor Inn Motel
Harbor Inn Santa Cruz
Harbor Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harbor Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Harbor Inn?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor Inn on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$323.25, 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.

Is parking available at Harbor Inn?

Yep, Harbor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Harbor Inn?

Yep, Harbor Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbor Inn?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Harbor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.