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Harbor Inn

2.0 star property

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Beach nearby
Front of property
Property entrance
Property grounds
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harbor Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seabright Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Harbor Inn

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.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

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

There is no front desk at this property
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
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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 property will be renovating from 31 January 2026 to 30 June 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

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.

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.

Harbor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 354 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

ayreAnna

Liked: Cleanliness
the room was clean, the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming, and the staff were very kind. thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient acess to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and quiet room. Convenient location. Safe
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Harbor Inn, comfy bed, definitely better experience than a Main Stream Hotel…!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Amenities
Nice space and very helpful staff. Everything is close by and easy to get to. The space is comfortable and clean and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in process was easy, the bed was pretty comfortable and soft, and the room was a nice size. Would recommend staying here, it was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean super amazing bed set up was wonderful. Walking distance to harbors
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, big room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicolaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and not crowded
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ivelisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time ever going and stay in Santa Cruz and this location was perfect, staff was friendly and so helpful with accommodating my check in time. the share bathroom/ shower was not bad at all everyone was respectful sharing rooms in the house, will for sure being going back soon during winter :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and within 15-20 min walking distance to beaches and harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Old but did the job for this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t pass this place up

Great stay very clean cute and neat Will book again soon Loved self check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

Overpriced Motel

very overpriced for what you get
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Nice and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A very charming and quaint propeetyasort of a classic New England Inn. Clean and well-maintained, but old—which was part of the charm.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
A little dated, but definitely clean, roomy, and comfortable. Accommodating staff as well. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
comfortable stay. Limited amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joscelyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is excellent. Unfortunately the TV didn’t work, but internet was fine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
This was a comfortable place to stay and was close to many attractions. It was a bit dated and could use a good deep clean. Overall it was a good value, and I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Definitely a 2-star property, but clean & comfortable. We were missing a cup for morning coffee, but they replenished for the next morning when we mentioned it. And even showed us where the supplies were...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

LESLEY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was very warm in our upstairs room even with the windows open for the night so it was uncomfortable to sleep. The place is reasonably priced but the carpets need to be cleaned and it's very dated in a funky thrift sort of way. The check in person was very nice and friendly. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025