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Surf City Inn and Suites

Property class: 2

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A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $94
$82 nightly
$94 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

Explore the area

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619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white bedding in a room with dark walls and wooden flooring.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small table.

Premium Suite

7.2 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a shower, and a bathroom.

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Double Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette in the background.

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two queen beds, a TV, a desk, and a walk-in closet.

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

With a stay at Surf City Inn and Suites, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, a 1-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from University of California, Santa Cruz. .This spa motel is 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Capitola Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Mimi De Marta Dog Park.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Melo Melo - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites offers 66 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 66 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this motel include concierge services, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Surf City Inn and Suites.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • 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 center

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • 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 age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the 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

Surf City Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 147 out of 1211 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madjid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice for a family staying over night had a room for kids and us parents with the suite. The kids loved the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was effortless and customer service was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here! Super close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close walking to boardwalk. Liked the three queen beds per room and Indoor pool and hot tub. Decent size frig/freezer in room too and ample parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool and spa awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodations with plenty of room. We had a room with three queen beds which is hard to find in some spots. Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got a great last minute deal, so that made me a bit hesitant but the room and the location were perfect! Very spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a blast. We’ll stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pretty basic room, it was an OK shape. Best part about this place is they have indoor pool and hot tub pretty close to walk to the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect for last minute stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorie Luiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was fantastic. Remodeled, good location, nice staff. Unfortunately we had the upstairs neighbors intentionally making all kind of noise all night with no respect for other guests. That was the only negative.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
Super noisy, close to the beach!
Family room
Indoor pool and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very fast and easy check in and loved the inside pool and jacuzzi room was spacious and clean especially having a room with 3 queens!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, with fast check in and out, no problem whatsoever! In a nice place and great price compared to surrounding hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, quite atmosphere, Wi-Fi sucks though, other than that very comfortable stay, prices reasonable…. Kitchenettes, fridge, microwave, electric stove with oven, just bring own cooking items, spoons, forks, pots n pans Pets are welcome with $40.00 deposit
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was okay…but for the price I was expecting something more updated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isabel

I stayed two nights and got lno room service. Had cocr roaches in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nickyah

The rooms are clean and simple and the beds are comfortable. We love the hot tub and pool, it’s a good place to stay if pn
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026