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The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Wharf

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
Classic 1 King Bed
Reception
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Explore the area

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330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 1 King Bed

Classic 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City Single Queen Room

City Single Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 1 King Bed - ADA

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 1 King Bed - ADA

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

The Aqua Pacific Hotel puts you in the centre of Santa Cruz, 1.6 km (1 mi) from Santa Cruz Wharf and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel include Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and University of California, Santa Cruz.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oswald - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mobo Sushi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Wharf
The Aqua Pacific Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Aqua Pacific Hotel also features a vending machine, concierge services, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Aqua Pacific Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. 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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • IPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 40 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 40 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 8:00 AM
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 5
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

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
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. 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, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 April and close on 31 October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Aqua Pacific Inn
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Yep, The Aqua Pacific Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

As of 13 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aqua Pacific Hotel on 19 Dec 2025 start from NZ$172.47, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

Yep, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Main Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Aqua Pacific Hotel have a pool?

The Aqua Pacific Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April 01 to October 31).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

No, The Aqua Pacific Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Aqua Pacific Hotel?

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

Reviews

The Aqua Pacific Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 763 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 763 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 763 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 763 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 763 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay enjoy our time there. The only downside is the pool was closed in the middle of summer on a hot summer day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room had issues that needed to be addressed such as the bathroom door didn’t open all the way it would get caught on the floor. The bathroom had a splat of paint on the wall that was a different color. Faucet when turned on sounded like someone was changing tires with a torque gun. The front door was not easy to close you had to use a lot of force. The best part was the bed, it was soooo comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bedding. Easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was run by some 20-30 something year old men that used it as their personal party spot. When we needed help around 7-8pm, they saw us from outside ring the reception desk bell multiple times and never came inside. The room looked renovated at first, but was really falling apart. They patched holes with plastic coverings, trim pieces coming up off the floor and the shower leaked all over the bathroom due to the door seals not being installed properly. Loud with constant slamming doors and the room was tiny for two full beds. The locals were hanging around and wasn’t in the best area of Santa Cruz. Would NOT recommend. The photos make it look far nicer than it actually is.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk man was so nice checking us in , he offered us free coffee or drinks that were available , the hotel was clean ,and the pool was clean and very nice ! the room was clean ! some of the fairest prices around We were able to see the lights of Santa Cruz beach board walk too ❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the spa is both closed and heated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Siriwut

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff is reall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oded

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

miguel

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DONT DO IT

Someone was still in the room they gave me. They never checked out and no one noticed. Does that mean housekeeping didn’t check or clean that room? Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiana

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

10/10 Excellent

Paola

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

Great weekend

It was just a weekend with my friends, the place was clean and comfortable , and the front desk very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Excellent stay

It’s a nice little hotel. It was fairly empty when I was there so it was quiet that night but of course I was there after the big tourist season was over. The front staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Amazingly comfy bed! Great location for being close to water. The room was clean but the sink did have a weird odour but nothing horrendous, it was just noticed when washing our faces. And the shower leaked everywhere while you used it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place needs to be updated. But was great staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tergel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025