Title: Motel Santa Cruz - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=1335721&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Motel Santa Cruz Beach vibes await at this convenient Santa Cruz retreat where parking comes easy and staff speaks multiple languages for seamless assistance after fun-filled days ## Photo gallery for Motel Santa Cruz ![Ecotours - Motel Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/w2876h1923x4y0-1efd7ae6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking - Motel Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/6ca20f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Motel Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/81583fcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Motel Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/93a03873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Motel Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/767b9b9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Santa Cruz Motel provides a relaxed getaway steps from the Beach Boardwalk. Travelers connect with in-room WiFi while having easy access to snacks from vending machines. The on-site restaurant offers convenient dining options without leaving the property. ## Reviews 5.0 ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 23 - Dec. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 24 - Dec. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=1335721&PinnedHotelID=1335721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/b47c5fc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/ec6d5ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking ![Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/fbf694a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Cable channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking ![Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335800/1335721/ed5293b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Courtyard](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/16000000/15570000/15569600/15569536/feb75166_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Solares Westside Santa Cruz - 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and multilingual staff Room features All 62 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews CA $88 CA $110 total includes taxes & fees Dec 28 - Dec 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=801035&PinnedHotelID=801035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Multilingual staff ### 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 - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### More - Air conditioning - 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 Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available 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 9:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay - Breakage deposit: USD 00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 28.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Motel Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Motel Motel Santa Cruz Motel Motel Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Motel Santa Cruz pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Motel Santa Cruz? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Motel Santa Cruz? ### What time is check-out at Motel Santa Cruz? ### Where is Motel Santa Cruz located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Motel Santa Cruz Reviews 5.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 5.8 Location ### 5.8 Staff & service ### 5.6 Eco-friendliness ### 4.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 126 8 - Good 127 6 - Okay 173 4 - Poor 220 2 - Terrible 356 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great for a short stay and price point. ##### Francisco Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Regina Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room staff was really nice close to all venues ##### Regina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great room, plenty of parking, quiet. ##### Juan Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrea Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Staff & service It was very clean. The only thing is I kept hitting my leg every time I got out of the bed the frame was too big for the actual mattress and it was a metal frame so every time I got off the bed, I I hit my leg and ended up cutting myself twice. The mattress itself was very comfortable. Other than that. Everything was OK. The room did it job ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Adrianna Jun 23, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good for a quick stay!! ##### Adrianna Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betsabe Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was clean and respect area. ##### Betsabe Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Karina Oct 13, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There was lots of screaming all night! I was scared of bed bugs! There was blood on the mattress! I got out of there asap ##### Karina Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Daniel Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Poor ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mona May 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort the motel is a great place to stay, and is very near to the boardwalk ##### Mona Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Richard Aug 28, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service #### Decent place to stay The room was small but it was pretty clean with a really hard bed and one wet towel. The only problem we had was the people in and around the hotel. It's about a 3 minute drive to the boardwalk or a 20 minute walk. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mayaflor Sep 29, 2025 Disliked: Amenities I requested the first floor as I have problem going up stairs . He gave us right beside a busy street and you can hear all the noises. Internet was poor. The good thing is 7eleven is right across the street and other stores and restaurants. Place is clean and will stay in this motel again ##### Mayaflor Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Isaak Aug 17, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Property is ok. For the price it should be nicer inside. ##### Isaak Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Peter Aug 11, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Bedding was dirty so was the bathroom. Staff was friendly ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anastasia Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The front office staff was friendly and efficient. The rooms were small, but clean. The bathrooms were recently remodeled. ##### Anastasia Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Yesenia Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The parking spaces are super small and compacted. the parking lot was always full I had to ask for permission to park in front of the lobby that was in between the entrance and other parked cars. ##### Yesenia Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Geoffrey Sep 21, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Avoid I usually don’t expect much from lower cost hotels but at $230 this place felt like a $60 per night hotel. The room stunk of cigarette smoke , was not in good shape, just didn’t feel clean, noisy. I had low expectations, but this place came in well below them. ##### Geoffrey Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Williamson Jun 5, 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The place was very low quality but good price for a cheap short stay. ##### Williamson Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sabirna May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable beds, clean rooms at great price The room we got was newly renovated, the bed was comfortable, and very clean, room rate was good too, ##### sabirna Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fernando Jul 13, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Ok for 1 night ##### Fernando Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### julia May 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable beds and great location We had a great stay at Motel Santa Cruz, the bed was so comfortable and the staff was very friendly and helpful.The room had refrigerator and microwave and it was walking distance to Beach ##### julia Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra Jun 23, 2025 Mon thru Friday prices are good after that pricy room was good only thing one of the bath towels was kind of dirty it was really close to the boardwalk ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leela May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Newly updated rooms and great location The room was newly updated, and very clean. The location was great. ##### Leela Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Willie Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort fast - easy check in Friendly services ! ##### Willie Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ally Jul 28, 2025 Disliked: Amenities Would not recommend this hotel to anyone. ##### Ally Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Property was ok and clean ##### Cynthia Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Sheraton-Park-Hotel-At-The-Anaheim-Resort.h3775.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Anaheim](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hilton-Anaheim.h9.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Cntr.h9476.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points By Sheraton Los Angeles Int'l Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Los-Angeles-International-Airport.h28110.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Marriott-Marquis-San-Diego-Marina.h24394.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Sheraton-Gateway-Los-Angeles-Hotel.h12287.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Suites-Hotel.h34780325.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h42520139.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-1-Hotel-West-Hollywood.h35872776.Hotel-Information) > > [Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Anaheim-Hotel-Water-Playground.h19662.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Fairfield-By-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h13771.Hotel-Information) > > [Desert Palms Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Desert-Palms-Hotel-Suites.h1571.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) > > [Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneys-Grand-Californian-Hotel-And-Spa.h692655.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-The-Westin-Anaheim-Resort.h47019139.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Stovalls-Inn.h13592.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-InterContinental-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h11567151.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hyatt-House-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Center.h14786168.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Marriott Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Marriott-Hotel.h12035.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. 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