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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2 stars

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 423 8564
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$119
Cheapest

rate per night

6.9
Okay
based on 1125 reviews
1,125 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$119
Queen room
$126
Standard Room
$140
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Overview

This Santa Cruz motel is located within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station. It also offers an outdoor pool, a BBQ/picnic area and free Wi-Fi.

Bay Front Inn has 50 rooms and has been recently refurbished. There is off-site parking for those with a car.

All rooms at Bay Front are comfortably furnished and include a refrigerator. They are also equipped with a hair dryer and a microwave.

Attractions close to Bay Front Inn include Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. There are a range of shopping, dining and nightlife options nearby, and University of California Santa Cruz is a short drive away.

6.9
Okay rating
Based on 1,125 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Tue 15/7
Wed 16/7
Standard Room
1 king bed
$140
1 king bed
$146
1 king bed
$147
Queen room
2 queen beds
$126
2 queen beds
$129
3 queen beds
$133
Double room
1 king bed
$150
King room
bed type unknown
$119
bed type unknown
$137
bed type unknown
$147
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Free Internet
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Kitchen/kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Sofa

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Free parking

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Key card access

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

6.9
Okay
1125 verified ratings
Wonderful
258
Very good
170
Good
163
Okay
121
Fair
152
Mediocre
66
Poor
195

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6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) No breakfast served. WiFi did not work. Bed was comfortable. Room was very clean, a big plus.
Cons (-) More seating accommodations. One bench, mostly under the hanging clothes, was inadequate. The bed was a bit too high to offer comfortable seating (fine for sleeping - just not for sitting).
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) The location was perfect, 5 minutes walk to the boardwalk. The bed was also incredibly comfortable!
Cons (-) The curtains were dirty and the TV didn't work but we didn't spend much time in the hotel so it didn't ruin the trip.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2017
Pros (+) The first time we stayed here, we were pleasantly surprised. It looked just like a little budget motel. The room turned out to be spacious and clean with a very beachy vibe. The beds were decent too. Walking distance to the boardwalk!
Cons (-) On our second visit here, it was like staying at a completely different hotel. The room felt like it was made for one bed and another one was shoved in. Sheets were stained and the beds were way less comfortable. The shower was almost too small to properly wash and could have used a remodel. It looks like. $100 security deposit was taken out of my account, but that was never mentioned when I made ...
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5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Walking distance to the beach
Cons (-) Unexpected fee parking , bathroom to small and late brake fast
5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) CLOSE TO WHARF AND BOARDWALK.
Cons (-) BATHROOM DRAINS WERE PLUGGED. THE ROOM IS OUT DATED FOR THE PRICE. MOLD IN THE BATHROOM AND THE WALLS LOOK DIRTY. THEY CHARGED A PARKING FEE OF $10. DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY YOU WOULD HAVE TO PAY A PARKING FEE WHEN YOUR A PAYING GUEST OF THE HOTEL.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) I loved the closeness to the beach boardwalk and the down town area is so close
Cons (-) Seemed like it was a more of a permanent residence for some guests we had to switch rooms because they were being really loud and obnoxious and there was supposed to be no smoking and they all were smoking outside our room. Seemed to be in more of a "upcoming" neighborhood. There was someone with a yappy dog that wouldn't shut up all night. You had to pay for parking per night and then there was n...
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Pros (+) Somewhat friendly , we went to a concert at the catalyst and it was perfect in walking distance and to the boardwalk. Perfect if you staying for a night.
Cons (-) The floors were filthy, my socks were black. The parking fees and other fees added on at time of check-in that weren't mentioned at the time of booking, I was not pleased about.

Location

325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.5 km
  • Cocoanut Grove0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.6 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.9 km
  • Hinds House1 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

  • Where is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz located?

    Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is located at 325 Pacific Avenue, 1.1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Kuumbwa Jazz Center is the closest landmark to Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz.

  • Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offer free parking?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers free parking.

  • How far is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz from the airport?

    Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is 44.7 km from San Jose. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is 45.7 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz has a pool on-site.

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