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Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. .This spa motel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Mystery Spot.
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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
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Surf City Inn and Suites

Motel with a full-service spa, a short 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

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

Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 107 out of 1013 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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

Fun time

Perfect for large families walking distance to the beach and boardwalk
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was filthy. Mirror was dirty and floors were sandy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JENNY

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

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

Pictures are deceiving

Room was dirty, shower didn’t get more than lukewarm, bedding had multiple cigarette burns and stains, ceiling had stains, hair all over the floor and towels were stained and threadbare. Pictures were deceiving. Hotel looked nice but it was not nice and gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATTY

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious and reasonable prices parking only 1 the parking gets sooo pack
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

6/10 Okay

Cassandra

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valued

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

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Parking is an issue. Towels were damp. Too much noise all night long.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jesus

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
8 min walk to boardwalk, cheap price , all right rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is clean, convenient, and accommodating to large groups.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was covered in dog piss and when we opened the door initially a wave of Bleach odor poured out of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness
Had 2 rooms booked. Told person at check in which room we were taking as other was for son, he charged us for sons at $140 more..... we'll never see that money again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joeseph

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paper thin walls. Staid up all night to a couple beating each other up all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot if visiting the beach boardwalk. Very convenient walking distance. Perfect for one or two nights. Affordable for Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

charlotte

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bathroom was dirty! There was pee in the toilet(was not flushed or clean) no toilet paper. Extremely noisy and no parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Salvador

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean pool

The room was clean, but the bathroom wall had chips and it needed some paint, the towel holder kept falling out,and there were plenty of towels in the room and they provided towels for the pool, the pool and jacuzzi were clean,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025