8/10 Good
gerald
Travelled with family
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs some upgrades
gerald
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
The Boardwalk Beach House
2.0 star property
Victorian Santa Cruz bed & breakfast in Westside Santa Cruz with free breakfast
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
118 First St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Boardwalk Bowl1 min walk
- Main Beach2 min walk
- Santa Cruz Main Beach3 min walk
- San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)44 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Exclusive Room
Exclusive Room
Highlights
Garden
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Garden
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Santa Cruz
At The Boardwalk Beach House you'll be within steps of Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free breakfast (local cuisine) and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, wedding services and a fireplace in the lobby. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a short walk of this Westside Santa Cruz B&B include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within a 30-minute walk you'll find Monterey Bay.
What's nearby
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Pacific Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Ocean Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
- Ideal Bar & Grill - 5 min walk
- Boardwalk Bowl - 1 min walk
- Marini's at the Beach - 3 min walk
- Hot Dog on A Stick - 6 min walk
About this property
The Boardwalk Beach House
Victorian Santa Cruz bed & breakfast in Westside Santa Cruz with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Boardwalk Beach House also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.
This Victorian Santa Cruz bed & breakfast is smoke free.
- 9 guestrooms or units
- 2 levels
- Built in 1910
- Local cuisine
- Breakfast available (free)
- Coffee in lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Front desk safe
- Wedding services available
- Terrace
- Garden
- Fireplace in lobby
- Television in lobby
- No smoking on site
- Water dispenser
The Boardwalk Beach House offers 9 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 52-inch flat-screen televisions come with pay-per-view films.
Bathrooms include a shower. This Santa Cruz bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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
Food and drink
- Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
- Safe at front desk
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 7 steps to reach entrance
- Handrails in stairways
- No lift
More
- 2 floors
- Built in 1910
- Fireplace in lobby
- Reception hall
- Smoke-free property
- Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
Entertainment
- 52-inch flat-screen TV
- Pay films
- Streaming services
Food and drink
- Champagne service
More
- Ceiling fan
- Heating
- Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property is also known as
The Beach House
The Boardwalk House Santa Cruz
The Boardwalk Beach House Santa Cruz
The Boardwalk Beach House Bed & breakfast
The Boardwalk Beach House Bed & breakfast Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at The Boardwalk Beach House?
The Boardwalk Beach House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at The Boardwalk Beach House?
Yep, The Boardwalk Beach House has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to The Boardwalk Beach House?
Yep, The Boardwalk Beach House is a short 2-minute walk from Main Beach.
Does The Boardwalk Beach House serve breakfast?
Yep, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Boardwalk Beach House?
No, The Boardwalk Beach House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Boardwalk Beach House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Boardwalk Beach House?
No, pets are not allowed.
The Boardwalk Beach House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kaaren, FRESNO
Travelled with partner
6 July 2023
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sharon was a great hostess, not just for her delicious breakfasts and fresh pressed coffee, but was fun to talk to and full of useful information about where to go in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.
Kaaren
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Mana
8 Aug 2023
Mana
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023