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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2.0 star property

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Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi
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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Explore the area

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1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Santa Cruz

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA places you in the centre of Santa Cruz, within a 30-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, multilingual staff and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Monterey Bay and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from University of California, Santa Cruz.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offers 28 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Beds feature down duvets. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
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The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cleaning deposit: USD 200.00 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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (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 only accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 only accepts cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays 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.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA on 4 May 2026 start from AU$142, 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 Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Yep, Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

The closest beach to Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA is Capitola Beach (6.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

No, Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

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

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 157 out of 624 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard, Corona

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brock

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kongmeng

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yoon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiffani

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was prepaid through Expedia. Called the front desk several times while driving beginning at 11pm the night of check in to let them know I would be arriving around 3 am and they never answered the phone. When I arrived no one would come to the front desk or answer the phone still. I then called Expedia who informed me they're checking cut off time is 3:00 a.m. Forst of all...Motel 6 advertises rooms available 24/7 which is why I chose that particular hotel knowing I would be arriving late. Second... I've been employed as a hotel night auditor and I always called guests with reservations that had not arrived yet prior to closing the day but apparently the practice of good customer service has nearly phased out completely since Expedia refused to refund my money so I paid for a room that I didn't get to stay in however the Motel 6 in Watsonville was happy to accommodate me at 3:30 in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Guadalupe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Damon

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathoom had pubic hairs stuck to the wall, obvious mold all over (with blistering paint), water running down the bathroom wall from 2nd floor, dirty towels, heater broken.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oshane

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gavin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our reservation was canceled due to arriving late at night and sitting in traffic for 9 hours. I excepted a full refund. The website said Motel 6 is open 24/7.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Aiden

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was dirty and I'm very sure the bed sheets/blankets washed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

byron

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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Leopold

Room clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025