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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
Bayside motel in Santa Cruz with a seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Main Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 km (1.3 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a picnic area and express check-out. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Main Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Catalyst - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bayside motel in Santa Cruz with a seasonal outdoor pool
As a guest of Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-out.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (USD 15 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 September to 20 March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Off site parking fee: USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 19 March and close on 13 September.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz
Bay Front Motel
Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

As of 13 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$120.96, 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.

Is parking available at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Yep, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from March 19 to September 13.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

No, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 999 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Juan Manuel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our towels were not changed once during a one week stay nor was the room tidied up.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s minutes form the pier & room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Summer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were not house kept very well and the front staff person was very rude when we checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great convenient and walking distance to the boardwalk- parking also included and first come first serve basis. Pool was not appealing yet not my priority
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
had a late check in and early check out was very accommodating to use the safe at the property to get our keys since no one was there when we arrived/ left. the room was nice i think the best feature is they allow pets for just $25 i feel like most places cost more. the best where very soft and comfy the tv had good channels. the shower stayed hot for a long time there was some pink stuff on the floor but i just ran the hot water for a moment and it went away. parking was good to despise other reviews we parked right in front of our room however when i was walking around i seen on the back side there was a lot lot of rooms not being attended when it’s full parking is most likely scarce. overall if i was bringing a pet I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed in our stay
I would not stay here again. The room was very dirty and my kids feet were black from walking barefoot on the floors. The worst part of all was that the bathroom smelled like sewage and the toilet wouldn’t flush and when it did the toilet would just keep running. The door to the room didn’t have any extra security locks and the blinds didn’t stop any light from coming in. It looked like daylight in the room in the middle of the night because of the lights outside.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Blood on sheets, ripped, dirty like it wasn’t even washed. Holes in doors. No safety lock chain installed to the door
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenan

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was ok, nothing wrong with it. The real issue was parking. They probably have only enough spaces for half of the rooms at the hotel so you have to park on the street outside which is all metered from 8AM to 8PM. A lot of that parking is also permit only from midnight to 6AM. We got back to the hotel late and had to drive around for 20 minutes trying to find a metered spot that would be legal to park in. They also only have one employee at the check in counter and they go home at night so there’s nobody to help if you have minor requests. There is an emergency phone number but I didn’t have to call it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You’re very accommodating on a late arrival
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julianna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 10 yrs ago. This place hasn't made any improvements since then. Run down, smells awful, small painting and minor repairs could make it feel a little safer and less abandoned. This is an example of the remnants of COVID.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fine budget hotel, Small staff, phone unanswered.
Facilities were fine: friendly employees, no frills, comfy bed, close to the beach, good price. Candy, coffee, ice water and earplugs available in the lobby. Tough parking, dirty pool. But the biggest problem was the inability to contact them. They ran my card prior to check in and sent a text message stating that it had been declined, putting the reservation at risk. I attempted to call multiple times with no answer. I found different numbers online and no answer. Had to jog over from the beach to get it all sorted. Turns out they keep a very small staff, and the receptionist has to leave the lobby to respond to the needs of guests. It doesn't run smoothly. Maybe not a dealbreaker, especially with how expensive hotels get around the beach, but it was pretty frustrating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Murray

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a horrible parking situation and were completely unable to accommodate most of the vehicles of their guests. I was forced to drive a few blocks away or park illegally and have my car potentially towed or ticketed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jessica was very helpful! She is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dominique

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
High Security Risk
Deadbolt did not work
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would visit again
The room was very clean and served all of our needs. The bed was very comfortable. We were disappointed that the pool was closed and not clean for use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024