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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Reception
Property grounds
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

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325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Santa Cruz

At Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 km (1.3 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a picnic area and express check-out. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

As a guest of Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-out.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. 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

  • Offsite parking available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (USD 15 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • 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

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 September to 20 March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 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.

  • Off site parking fee: USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • 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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 19 March and close on 13 September.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz
Bay Front Motel
Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$144, 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 Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Yep, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from March 19 to September 13.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

No, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

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

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 112 out of 1019 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Roseann Rivera

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was VERY RUDE. Tall woman long blonde hair who I believe lives on the property. Our room was clean and cozy, a little dated but clean. The rooms have no phones or clocks. Our room look stopped working , we were getting ready to leave for the morning when we realized it. Went to the office and the front desk attendant changed the battery. When that didn’t work she then said, “ if this doesn’t work then I don’t know what to tell you “. She went back to the office and I went down to ask for another room if our lock could not be fixed. When I walked in the office, she said, “we’re closed” and I said “well the door was open and she responded with “I knew I should’ve locked it”… I had to fight for a new room because she wanted to leave for the day and wanted us to wait for the maintenance person to come fix it. Not very friendly at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check in. Great service and a great price for the month of January . The 3 bedroom is super spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was nice, it was a little dirty. The bathroom was a little dirty, but the sheets are clean, the towels were really scratchy, but it was close to everything and it was cheap so it served its purpose for a night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Karlie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Destiny

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Cira

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ajay

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hossam, laguna beach

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We love staying there easy walking distance and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Paper thin walls and aging floors
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mahomedaly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sepuloni

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great for family room: house keeping could have been better with coming in and sweeping the floors and fixing the rooms and bringing towels. Maybe I missed something on the agreement. We helped by putting out the trash and towels. The rock shower floor was great too see but to step on during showering sometimes was difficult. and maybe having a clear time of the office hours could help. Other than that great location and surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Internet signal was too poor
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Luis Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Gray

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paola, Sanger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great but the owner is never there and I still have a 100 dollar deposit pending on my cash app for a whole 2 weeks already. Which needed to be refunded to me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025