See all properties
Save

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
Hotel for sandy fun and salt air, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Photo gallery for Casablanca On The Beach

Lobby lounge
Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck | Terrace/patio
Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View
Signature 2 Queen Bed, Ocean View
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

View map
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic King - Private Balcony

Classic King - Private Balcony | Balcony view

Classic King - Private Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Signature 2 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Signature 2 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Signature 2 Queen Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature King Bed, Ocean View

Signature King Bed, Ocean View

Signature King Bed, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View

Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View

Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | View from room

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Ocean View, King Bed, Private Balcony

Ocean View, King Bed, Private Balcony | Terrace/patio

Ocean View, King Bed, Private Balcony

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck

Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck | Terrace/patio

Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Family Suite with Kitchen

Two-Bedroom Family Suite with Kitchen | View from room

Two-Bedroom Family Suite with Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds and 1 King Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room with Balcony

Family Room with Balcony

Family Room with Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds and 2 Twin Beds

You may also like

Ad
Lobby

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,233 reviews
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

About the area

Santa Cruz

At Casablanca On The Beach you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this beach hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include express check-out, wedding services and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In the area of this 3.5-property class Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Capitola Beach.

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Picnic Basket - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Casablanca On The Beach

Hotel for sandy fun and salt air, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of Casablanca On The Beach, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Casablanca On The Beach also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-out. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Casablanca On The Beach offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 143 reviews
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Seaway Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 35 per stay; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
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

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 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
Guest arriving after 8 PM are required to contact property 48 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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
  • Service fee: USD 33.6 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 35 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35 (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.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Casablanca Beach Hotel Santa Cruz
Casablanca Beach Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach Hotel
Casablanca On The Beach Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Casablanca On The Beach?

Casablanca On The Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Casablanca On The Beach?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casablanca On The Beach on 15 Dec 2025 start from NZ$156.90, 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 Casablanca On The Beach?

Yep, Casablanca On The Beach has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 35 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Casablanca On The Beach?

Yep, Casablanca On The Beach is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casablanca On The Beach?

No, Casablanca On The Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casablanca On The Beach?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Casablanca On The Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 719 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1177 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Sacramento

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

10/10 Excellent

John Arnel, LYNNWOOD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location could not even better. Awesome view just by the patio.
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lori

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel has an amazing location. Outside of that it is not a nice place. It is terribly rundown, extremely loud and no frills. Very overpriced for what you get, which is nothing more than a rundown motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Didn't like the location of the room, loud people walking past all night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean and the view very nice. Check in staff wasn’t very welcoming or friendly. While walking to the beach a worker was watering and didn’t stop using the hose as I walked by and I slipped and fell and didn’t ask if I was okay. So not the greatest experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right in the center of it all but somehow still quiet. The open patio has a great view! Staff was friendly and helpful. We had a room off the street. The curtain was dirty, the walls were dirty but the bedsheets and floors were clean. It’s 8/10 on cleanliness. I wouldn’t want to stay more than a night. It’s more for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

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

A room with a nice view but not much else

It was all about the view for us, but the hotel didn’t have a closet because the fridge was in the way. It was a small room and the use of space needed to be thought out. Also, it has the privacy of a motel. The shades didn’t block any light and you could see through them. The shades were also too long and the AC blew the shades up. It was really strange. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Tim

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

Ocean view

Great location. Great room. Room was right in the beach. Perfect. Great town to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel great service perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Great Place!

I love this place. Very clean and friendly people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

julio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Way too expensive for what it offers—basically nothing. I always try to be as honest as possible in my reviews, and this one is no exception. We arrived at the hotel at night and I couldn’t believe what I saw. In the photos, it looked amazing, but in reality, it felt like we were walking into a roadside trucker motel. Based on the nightly rate, I assumed it was a 3-star hotel. We checked in and were directed to our room—which was located on the side street next to the hotel. That’s right, on the street! For nearly $400 a night, I was expecting something much more upscale, and instead we were placed in a room with zero security, completely exposed. I went back to the front desk and said we couldn’t stay there. The supervisor told us they couldn’t offer a full refund due to the late check-in time, and since it was already close to 11 PM, we decided it was safer to stay the night and leave first thing in the morning. At around 7 AM, construction noise started blaring—there’s a massive hotel being built right next door. We waited until 9:30 AM to speak with reception, return the keys, and leave. I did get almost a full refund, and I’m grateful for that, but the hotel and the location were a huge disappointment. It was me, my wife, and our 5-year-old daughter—and from there, we decided to head to Santa Monica. That was the best decision we made.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is always amazing! Very clean and the staff is super friendly!! 10 out of 10!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I really wanted to love this property, but there are definitely a few flaws. While the staff wants to be extremely helpful and is very kind, everything is a bit disorganized. While the location can’t be beat, the property is showing its age. Walls are dirty, common areas are dirty. Our room was not what I would consider a clean I would feel comfortable with when it comes to a hotel. Hair was left on the pillows. There was sand on the floor of the room. I understand it is by the beach but we did not go to the beach so I’d expect a thorough cleaning to be done between guest check out and check in. There is also limited parking. We did not want to move our vehicle in the evening for fear we wouldn’t have a place to park when we came back. But let me reiterate- the staff does try and go above and beyond to be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

tsegu

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is by the beach and walking distance to all the places
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Had an oceanfront view, which was beautiful. When I walked into the room, it smelled like cleaning chemicals, which we assume you know the room would be clean & pristine, especially with the strong fragrance of bleach. The walls looked dirty, especially by the door handle and sink wall. The door to the balcony and the restroom door would get stuck. On several occasions, the bathroom door would not open even after pushing the door . The door would get stuck in the frame. There was a point someone was in the restroom pushing, & someone was outside the restroom having to pull, & even then it was a bit of a struggle. The balcony area had a lot of spider webs The Wi-Fi did not work the entirety of our stay. We stayed three days two nights. The TV would not work consistently and granted we weren’t there to watch TV but when we were in the room, trying to relax the TV wouldn’t always work. The outlet on the table/desk area did not have power going through it. On the last night, the AC did not work. They did inform us that there would be construction going on and that is something to keep note of because our room was right at the edge of the street across from the new apartments being built. there are no elevators so when looking into this location, be very mindful of that because there are a lot of stairs or at least to our room there were. Honestly, felt the price did not match the experience I was expecting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Quick Easy Family Beach Getaway

The beds were very comfortable and the location is perfect. There are other more expensive options, but we felt that the value was spot-on and the kids LOVED it, especially the balcony over the street that looks over the bay and wharf. The restaurant across the street, Iconic, serves great food and a large selection...their cafe is perfect for an early morning departure for your adventures as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

chris, Hayward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view, it’s too bad la Bahia is built in front of the beach view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Aptos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Partial ocean view was great. Could see ocean from bed. Volleyball courts from balcony. The only problem was the poor internet connection. But, Gave 5 stars because of value and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great beach location and spacious rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Right across from the beach and within walking distance of the warf and the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property has many great rooms (~70%) and a few bad rooms (~30%). We were assigned street level rooms (bad) with no security features next to 6AM construction noises (construction was not hotel's fault, but still). Killed several bugs in room. Sad, because I love the hotel look and feel. If we had one of the nice rooms, review would all be good/excellent. Staff were responsive and polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The rooms were decent for what we needed but would have been nice to know they put us in a room on the street with construction every morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025