Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
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Exterior
Interior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Garden

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    15 min walk
  • Ocean Street
    2 min drive
  • Twin Lakes State Beach
    4 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    43 min drive

Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn places you in the heart of Santa Cruz, within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Harbor and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Eastside Santa Cruz motel include Monterey Bay and Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Santa Cruz II - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Real Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 floor
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • 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 100.00 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hitching Post Motel
Hitching Post Motel Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
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Hitching Post Hotel Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Hitching Post Studios Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

As of 6 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hitching Post Studios Inn on 17 Nov 2024 start from AU$132.01, 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 Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Yep, Hitching Post Studios Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hitching Post Studios Inn?

The closest beach to Hitching Post Studios Inn is Capitola Beach (4.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, Hitching Post Studios Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 524 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the full kitchen was unexpected but very nice to have. The night clerk was nice and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking and driving around the property was tight in our truck . Beds were comfortable and room was clean liked the no carpet . I don’t like walking on hotel carpet !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager here was very kind and it was an extremely refreshing change from the hotel we had previously stayed at in S.F the rooms are a lil dated but it was very clean and not far from the boardwalk... Would stay again with hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hitching Post Inn was better than I expected in person. My s.o. and I really enjoyed our stay. Our room was very clean, spacious and with a modern style interior. Too bad the exterior of the property doesn't match the interior. The only con were the king sized bed and pillows, they were too firm. Made for a restless night. Overall, this was a good overnight spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review July 2024
It was nice to stay close to the ocean without all the noisy tourist things. No pool insight but the AC worked perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect for our family of 5. The kitchen was a huge help. We did have to bring some of our own pans and utensils but so worth it. (U can ask to borrow at the front desk). We would definitely stay again. Its nicely updated. The only thing outdated was the couch, curtains and the top cover for the beds. The actual blanket did have bleach stains, and the beds are a bit hard for my liking. But overall it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
Our room was in good condition. Much better than expected.. it’s nice and quiet.. host was great.. very helpful and welcoming. We really only used the room to sleep but it was definitely comfortable for a family of 4
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, Friendly Place to Stay In Santa Cruz
Check in was easy and we were upgraded to a bigger room because we were repeat customers. We chose this hotel for its proximity to our favorite local brewery - Sante Adarius - walking distance. One little hiccup. When we got to our room, the A/C control had a dead battery and wouldn't run. The manager took care of it right away. Great Service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Rafi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bathroom had a continuous sulfur smell coming from it. Other than that, the service was good and the price was reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very surprised about how quiet and comfortable this place was. Everything about was top notch. Only thing that would be a huge improvement would be to add a light or lamp next to the bed. All hotels should have these, so that the only light switch isn't over by the door when you're already comfortable in bed..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really needed a last minute stay so i’m thankful for the rates. The beds weren’t too comfy but definitely could’ve been worse. Smelled like bleach which was actually comforting. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Monica, Madera

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Django

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Nice to be in the back of the court.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Very convenient for a great price! Nice staff and I got a free room upgrade! They also let our group have rooms next to each other which was very nice. My only concerns were the sewer smell in the bathroom (I think it was coming from the sink) and the really hard pillows. But I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Blaine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Work overnight. Motel was affordable and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Meh, overall
Upsides: spacious with the big kitchen side room, bathroom really nice condition, comfy beds and reasonable price Downsides: Not clean enough as one bed still had some sand probably from the nearby beach boardwalk (we didn’t go) and an actual used lollipop was stuck to a chair (so unfortunately this was missed by the cleaners). The gentleman who received us late (10:30pm) was nice, but a serviceable visit at best.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The upgrades really make this place nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024