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Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Santa Cruz with free parking

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Interior
Exterior
Property entrance
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn places you in the heart of Santa Cruz, within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Harbor and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Ocean Street. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Eastside Santa Cruz motel include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ocean Street - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Seabright Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crêpe Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Dogs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sampa - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel in Santa Cruz with free parking
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hitching Post Studios Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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
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
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 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, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

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

Is parking available at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Yep, Hitching Post Studios Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hitching Post Studios Inn?

The closest beach to Hitching Post Studios Inn is Capitola Beach (4.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, Hitching Post Studios Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 306 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Host was very kind, and made an effort to help us secure our bikes. The rooms are clean but are modestly appointed with furniture. Guests must pay extra to access kitchen tools and resources.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing trip because of how awesome this location was. Quiet, easy to park (even my big truck fit the parking spaces) and the market across the way had all the right snacks for my birthday event on the beach! Thank you again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room we had was with a kitchen. It met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rong

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was a little concerned after reading a few negative reviews, but they must have been old. Clean, pleasant, and entirely convenient for our purposes. Our room had a kitchen as well, which would be really handy if you were looking to save money on vacation (there’s a grocery store just down the street).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEATRIZ, Livermore

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Host was very nice and hospitable. The location was quiet and comfortable. Amazing affordable place to stay in Santa Cruz. We’ll be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wyatt

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unknown
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Glenda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not go back again terrible side of town pictures are completely deceiving. Looks nothing like this in person completely waste of my money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Terrible air-conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy H

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
We just needed a place to sleep. The room was adequate, nothing fancy. It was fine. We arrived late around 11pm and left by 9am. The morning was very noisy with cars leaving and guests shutting room doors. The walls are thin and with an open window the noise was even louder. The area is expensive in general so I searched for the cheapest room I could find and this was it. If you're looking for a one night quick stay then this place will be good enough. If you're looking for more I would suggest you look for another place and expect to pay more. I will add that the man at the front desk was also very friendly. My check-in was fast and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

PAUL, RIVERBANK

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom door hard to close. Toilet seat loose and room smelled.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025