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Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Motel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Photo gallery for Surf City Inn and Suites

Indoor spa tub
Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen
Mini-golf
Terrace/patio
Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Main Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2016
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Surf City Inn and Suites puts you in the centre of Santa Cruz, 0.7 km (0.5 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include a full-service spa and an indoor swimming pool. .This pet-friendly motel offers a business centre, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Catalyst - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nick the Greek - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mission Hill Creamery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Motel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Surf City Inn and Suites offers its guests a full-service spa and an indoor pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. There's an onsite business centre.

A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Surf City Inn and Suites.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Surf City Inn and Suites offers 66 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 200 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Inn Santa Cruz
Econo Lodge Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn
Surf City Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel
Surf City Inn and Suites Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Surf City Inn and Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Surf City Inn and Suites?

Yep, Surf City Inn and Suites is a short 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Surf City Inn and Suites?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Surf City Inn and Suites.

Does Surf City Inn and Suites have a pool?

Surf City Inn and Suites has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Surf City Inn and Suites?

No, Surf City Inn and Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Surf City Inn and Suites?

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

Surf City Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 1009 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Destiny

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a pretty good place other than the toilet would get clogged and dirty water would come up the bath tub and they couldn’t tell us why. And they never changed our sheets all they would do is flip it around which is weird to me
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed sheets were stained, the bathtub was dirty and the floors were disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness
When I arrived to the hotel you could tell it was in a sketchy area but nothing crazy the room looked clean but at night when I went to get in the bed the sheets were disgusting and looked like they hadn’t been washed. There was other peoples hair and dirt on them and they were stained. I ended up leaving in the middle of the night I was too scared there might be bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got upgraded to a suite. The rooms were ok. Basic motel quality. They have a zoom call type of service that took a bit longer than usual.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristina, Santa Cruz

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor location/condition of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jen

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
They have big spacious rooms and a big spa !!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda, Hayward

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda, Hayward

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda, Hayward

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda, Hayward

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Doug

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If all you want is cheap women and expensive drugs it's okay not only do they stay in the hotel they kept outside the hotel 24/7 you can get blow or get blown and there's no fetty to spaghetti stifle gladly playing each other proper room and they also had gun dealers there hello you might have a great time remain in that bed remember bring your wife or girlfriend or children cuz if you run out of money hey you got bank right there Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk of social disease in the case there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay there
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the indoor pool was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all was well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Close to boardwalk and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda, Hayward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t do it.

The photos of this hotel are misleading—it looks decent online, but the reality is very different. The atmosphere felt unsafe, and there wasn’t enough parking for guests. We even witnessed what appeared to be a drug deal right below our room, which was extremely concerning. The street has transient people living on it. I would never bring my children here again. The only bright spot was the friendly housekeeping staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025