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Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Motel with a full-service spa, 9-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Indoor spa tub
Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Mini-golf
Terrace/patio
Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Wardrobe
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room

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

Premium Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2016
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Oven
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Surf City Inn and Suites puts you in the centre of Santa Cruz, 0.7 km (0.5 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include a full-service spa, an indoor swimming pool and Access to hot tub. .This pet-friendly motel offers a business centre, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In the area of this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll find Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Firefly Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Motel with a full-service spa, 9-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Surf City Inn and Suites offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. There's an onsite business centre.

A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Surf City Inn and Suites.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Surf City Inn and Suites offers 66 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Late check-in subject to availability

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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

  • Pets: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 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 200 per accommodation, 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 fee: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Inn Santa Cruz
Econo Lodge Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn
Surf City Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel
Surf City Inn and Suites Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Surf City Inn and Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf City Inn and Suites?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf City Inn and Suites on 31 Dec 2025 start from AU$98.53, 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 Surf City Inn and Suites?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Surf City Inn and Suites?

Yep, Surf City Inn and Suites is a short 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Surf City Inn and Suites.

Does Surf City Inn and Suites have a pool?

Surf City Inn and Suites has an indoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Surf City Inn and Suites?

No, Surf City Inn and Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Surf City Inn and Suites?

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

Surf City Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1001 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariella

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JUAN

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mirian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy sheets. Rude receptionist. The only positive is they refunded my money so I could get a clean room elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Loved that it was close to the boardwalk. About a half mile. The double queen rooms were not very clean. Only give you two tiny pillows per bed and they were dirty. One of the beds is literally against the A/c unit. No room to walk by. This is a great spot if you don’t plan on spending much time in the room. Oh, also the remote for the tv didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

June

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great prices and it was super close to the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nikkole

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is in need of finished repairs, there are half patched holes in the walls, unpainted. Check in is a joke. No real person. Just a kiosk that is a video chat even though there is another person in the actual hotel lobby. Weirdest situation and it took forever.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryce

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Area was not to bad staff were super amazing super respectful and friendly the only bad part i would say is that the bedding did have some stains and smoke holes which was pretty nasty and the iron did not work at all but everything else about the hotel was pretty good!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

2/10 Terrible

Lang

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would NEVER stay here again. The staff were extremely rude and lazy. If we needed something, we had to walk down to the front desk to get it. I asked for hand towels and was given wash clothes. The room was dirty and in disrepair. There were spider webs in the corners, dirt on the floor, holes in the wall. The bathroom door didn't close all the way. There was an adjoining room with doors between the two. The locks were not sturdy and we did not feel safe. We had to barricade the door. The photos on the booking site were grossly exaggerated. The room was not what was shown. The pool area needs lots of care, the sides of the pool were cracking and rough, cut your skin if you leaned against it. Tiles were cracked. This place needs a massive repair
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

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

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean but smells like bleach way too much my eyes hurt.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The "tiny golf area" with corn hole , patio arae was pleasant. The basketball court, skate park & fort wooden park just around the corner were also a nice addiction
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

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

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
At night when we would turn on the bathroom light, the roaches would scatter. The bed sags right in the middle. Grocery bags are thicker than the pillows at this hotel. The walls and floor/ceiling is paper thin. You can hear every footstep, every time someone rolls the chair around, and conversations of the people in the room next to you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean place with a good location near the boardwalk. If you get the room with a kitchen brong your own pan and kitchen ware. Other than that pool was clean and check was easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rosanne

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Needed a room for the night. Stayed for the amenit

We stayed here because of the amenities. The putting green was great, cornhole was fun, the pool was cold, the hot tub was warm but no Jets were working. The beds were hard. We came to town for a doctor's appointment. It was good for just overnight and conveniently located close to our doctor's office. We would stay again for our next appointment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family
We've stayed in Santa Cruz before and the parking at this hotel was best by far so easy no issues and easy walk to the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brien

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