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Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a dining area.
A spacious hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas, and a fireplace.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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314 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a bed in the adjacent room.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade, Efficiency)

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a desk.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade, Efficiency)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a window with blinds, a mounted TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs. There are framed pictures on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within 20 minutes of Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LED TVs. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel include Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brews At The Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firefly Coffee House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area offers 28 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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 accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Up to 2 children aged 18 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.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
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Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area Hotel Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area on 11 Dec 2026 start from NZ$173, 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 Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

Yep, Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

Yep, Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area have a pool?

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open from April to October.

Is Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area is a hit with families.

Does Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give top marks to the free continental brekkie here! Available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

No, Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

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

Are pets allowed at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient walking distance to the boardwalk and they have complimentary breakfast and my daughter lived the pool .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really nice and it is close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, helpful staff, breakfast was open and ready on time! Close walk to the boardwalk!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to the Boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was nice room was clean and beds were comfortable. Very thin walls bring a sound machine to sleep and I had to keep adjusting the water as it kept changing with people getting a shower . Standard beach hotel. High cost staying near the beach with a basic room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near the beach and boardwalk. The parking is very tight, so bring a smaller car if you can. Lobby closes at 9, which is a bit inconvenient. Overall we had a great time in this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, polite staff, decent breakfast selection, close to the beach and boardwalk. No lift if you have mobility problems ask for a ground floor room, I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast same two days in a row still good and kept up pretty well Loved Santa Cruz Mexican restaurant right next to it is really good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very close to The Boardwalk! Breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, good breakfast, good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and they allowed me to check in early. Very quick and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

None
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, breakfast was decent and it was a very short walk to the Boardwalk
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay for the breakfast but the eating area was clean. The bed was very comfortable and the staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome area & friendly staff thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close location to the boardwalk and super friend staff named Kirti made everyone feel welcoming. Rooms are clean and decent. Breakfast was simple and decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about the trip. The vending machine didn't work to get waters.. that's why I have a 4.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
It was affordable and so close to the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to the boardwalk, super convenient and close if you are vacationing for the boardwalk and beach and 5 minute driving to Santa Cruz downtown and metro center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the location is perfect to walk all around the Boardwalk and Wharf!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was very limited, but the room was clean, staff was very helpful and the breakfast provided was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean room. Very modernized! Good continental breakfast...waffles and sausages! Will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025