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Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property

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Indoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds
Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Mini-golf

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Suite

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

With a stay at Surf City Inn and Suites, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. .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 - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oswald - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Motel with a full-service spa, 9-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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 transport

  • Limited on-site 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 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 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

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
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

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Edmundo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

cirilo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean ro
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mckayla

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Nice basic room, noisy neighbors until 3am playing video games.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kymberli

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

Eh, do away with the kiosk.

Weird having to check-in at a Kiosk with someone on a video call, that was obviously in another country. Only the kiosk was available because the lobby was deserted and locked. We arrived at 2:30 in the afternoon with check-in at 3pm. A live person didnt show up until around 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. The room was clean. The bed was a bit hard but okay. We tried to go into the hot tub and it was extremely dirty literally chunks of god knows what floating around. Would have gotten into the pool but it was cold, which was surprising because I expected it to be heated because it's an indoor pool. But the room itself was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

Close to the Boardwalk

Easy walk to the Board Walk with kids
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

Senior Couple on the Hunt for Great Deals!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Surf City Inn & Suites – Santa Cruz From the moment we arrived, AK, the front desk manager, impressed us with his warmth, courtesy, and genuine care. He made check-in effortless and made us feel instantly welcome. Our room was immaculate — fresh sheets, soft towels, spotless hardwood floors, and a calming color palette that felt cozy and romantic. Whoever designed these rooms has wonderful taste. No dressers (which makes the space feel larger), and no closet except in the King Suite, so we simply kept things in our suitcase. If you plan to cook, bring your own pots and utensils. The staff were polite, efficient, and always accommodating — quick to bring extra towels for the pool or more coffee packets for our slow mornings. The indoor hot tub was the highlight — separate from the pool and perfect after a day of exploring Santa Cruz. The warm water melted away our fatigue, and the friendly, laid-back vibe made it even better. Parking felt secure, and AK ensured every vehicle was registered for safety. The area itself was peaceful — we were out dancing until 1:30 AM and walked back around 2 AM without a worry. The location couldn’t be better — just a 5-minute stroll to downtown, close to everything yet tucked away enough to feel private. We’ve decided this will be our annual birthday celebration love nest — a place that feels warm, safe, and romantic. We can’t wait to return and hopefully see the same amazing staff who made our stay unforgettable.
Comfortable King Size Bed
Large Kitchen with 4 Burner Stove, Sink, and Microwave
Studio Size Refrigerator
Large Bathroom with Tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elias R

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Na
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cristian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tara

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a strange place to stay--I would not recommend. The hotel itself felt unsafe--lots of drug activity and transient people sleeping and dealing in the parking lot. I woke up to find my car had been broken into overnight. The room itself was old with mold on the bathroom ceiling. The fan/AC unit was so stinky that I wasn't able to use it. A surprise $40 on top of the regular rate for this hotel was not worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estuaedo

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s fine, just needs to be more on about what room they give out because I don’t
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed was super comfortable. No one bothered me. No service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was raining cats and dogs so we didnt expect to use outdoor amenities but the night manager was very nice and upgraded our room. The place was spotless and smelled great. We had a great nights sleep. Thank you again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Minh

Room is very small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025