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"Our cottage was smaller than expected, doorways are very low, skinned my head entering the cottage which was not a great start. Staff not sympathetic, ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 04 May 2016

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Hotel Description

At Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Sunny Cove Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include free continental breakfast and free self parking.

This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking.

With a stay at this 3.5-star Eastside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Santa Cruz Harbor and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$360* Per night/room 31 Mar. - 1 Apr.

Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.0 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 2.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Family (1)
3 out of 5

Close to beach but some distance to downtown

Pros: See above.
Cons: See above.
Location: Small shopping centre and some surprisingly inexpensive restaurants a short walk away, which was handy.
Our cottage was smaller than expected, doorways are very low, skinned my head entering the cottage which was not a great start. Staff not sympathetic, the response to my polite feedback about erecting a height warning sign was "the cottages were built a long time ago when people were shorter". Breakfast bar is adequate but ran out of items fairly quickly (to be fair it may be constantly replenished but it was quite bereft both times I went there). Overall it's pretty and well maintained but some cottages would be definitely be more desirable than others. Perhaps you should ask if your cottage has a view, or at least an outlook before booking. Depending on the number of other guests parking may be some distance (including stairs) from your cottage. Beachside location is pleasant and outdoor areas are nice. Ping pong table was a hit with the kids. However I didn't really feel that our experience was anything special, hence the neutral review.

Posted by , from Sydney on 4 May 2016

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About the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Location 401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property Features

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This Edwardian Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1909
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages offers 15 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • IPod dock
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Change of towels (on request)

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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

Policies

Guests traveling with their dogs who do not book dog-friendly rooms may not be allowed to check in.

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. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 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 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Echo Inn
  • Echo Ocean
  • Ocean Echo
  • Ocean Echo Beach Cottages
  • Ocean Echo Beach Cottages Santa Cruz
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  • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
  • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Santa Cruz
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  • Ocean Echo Inn And Beach Cottages
  • Ocean Echo Inn Beach Cottages Santa Cruz
  • Ocean Echo Inn Beach Cottages
  • Ocean Echo Cottages Santa Cruz
  • Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Hotel
  • Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Santa Cruz
  • Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Hotel Santa Cruz

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.