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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
Exterior
Classic 1 King Bed
Point of interest
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July

Explore the area

Map
330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 1 King Bed - ADA

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 1 King Bed - ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

King Room with Jacuzzi Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 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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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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Classic 1 King Bed

Classic 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 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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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

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
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Catalyst - ‬14 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 a lift. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • 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.

Languages

English

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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: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

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
  • 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
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. 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 3 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aqua Pacific Hotel on 16 Jul 2025 start from NZ$185.31, 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.

The Aqua Pacific Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 627 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very accommodating to my needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at several hotels in the Santa Cruz area, and this hotel was by far the best! The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the room was very clean and comfortable. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Andy was informative, professional and efficient. Thank you Andy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No Shampoo in room, noisy plumbing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eli, Montesano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEOPOLDO, Livingston

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice in front desk. One of the gentleman even gave my boy some baseball cards. Rooms smelt super clean. They were also very accommodating. They let us early check with phone call ahead of time. And it’s only 2-3 min drive to boardwalk. Definitely staying there again. DoorDash was on point even target came through in the clutch for my toddler.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elise Lisa, Lake Oswego

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room and reservation said it was a nonsmoking room. There was smoke in the room. The hotel is not accessible—stairs only going into the hotel. The elevator was broken but they had a first floor room. They required a deposit of $100 in addition to the fully prepaid room. Thankfully, they agreed to give me a refund which was appreciated as I could not stay in the one available room due to the smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

joann stephanie

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I FORGOT MY SHOES IN THE ROOM BUT HAVE NOT RECEIVED A CALL BACK
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lack of morning coffee was my only complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, soaps were empty but they filled them up right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a one touch espresso/mocha/late machine. An awesome pool jacuzzi, and the staff is super friendly and respectful. One of the best hotels in Santa Cruz. Newly built. 5/5
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. I felt very comfortable here and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight; hot tub is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

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

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

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

8/10 Good

Karmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Clean rooms and the pool in the middle was neat! Kind of a let down that the jetted tub didn’t work and the tv is run on someone’s private Amazon account. Overall it was good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Andre the front desk agent was very patient with us. Pool was clean. Price was great. Rooms were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petelo

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

8/10 Good

Christopher A

Stay in Santa Cruz

Such a nice hotel for the price. Very excited that they are able to keep the cost down. The room really was in very good condition It looks like they’ve done quite a few upgrades and everything was clean and smelled fresh
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025