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Continental Inn
2 stars

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 429 1221
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$146
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7.1
Good
based on 1010 reviews
1,010 reviews
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Standard Room
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The Continental Inn in Santa Cruz is just a five-minute drive from the boardwalk for easy access to sun, sand, and watersports. The Santa Cruz city center and Water Street are a short five-minute walk from the hotel. This mid-range hotel offers 49 non-smoking guestrooms for individuals and families. The pet-friendly hotel is less than 30 miles from Monterey Peninsula Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.

Standard rooms are available with one queen bed, one king bed, or two queen beds. There is also an Annex King room with extra space as well as Accessible Annex King rooms equipped with extra accessibility options. The standard guestrooms offer complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access, climate control, comfortable bedding, and a flat-screen television with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, work desks, and microwaves are in each room along with alarm clocks with USB ports and Keurig coffeemakers. The rooms have private bathrooms with hairdryers.

Many dining establishments are in the area of the hotel with a wide selection of cuisine options. Golden Palace offers authentic Chinese fare, Earthbelly serves healthy meals, and the Buttery offers French and American dishes. Other options nearby include M.G. Sushi, Walnut Avenue Café, Marianne’s Ice Cream, and Surfrider Café.

Guests looking for things to do outside of the Continental Inn will find all sorts of options. April Rose Natural Skin Care & Bodywork is nearby, as are Nickelodeon Theatre, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, and Del Mar Theater. The McPherson Center is less than half a mile from the hotel.

Rating
7.1
Good
Based on 1,010 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Continental Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Media and entertainment

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

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Shower cap

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock

General

  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Continental Inn

7.1
Good
1010 verified ratings
Wonderful
357
Very good
173
Good
188
Okay
75
Fair
82
Mediocre
45
Poor
90
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location, especially its proximity to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and restaurants, making it a convenient choice for families. However, there were significant complaints regarding cleanliness in some rooms and inconsistent customer service experiences, particularly during check-in and communication with the front desk. Some guests found the rooms appealing but were disappointed by issues like dirty walls and slow service, leading them to question the hotel's overall value.
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4.2
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Anonymous, Aug 2017
Pros (+) available
Cons (-) paper thin walls, TV noise, dogs barking, road resurfacing price point unrealistic, not competitive
8.0
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Anonymous, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Cery nice but parking was limited
Cons (-) Parking
8.0
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Laurel, Mar 2015
Pros (+) The location was great. Less than 10min walking distance to the beach and downtown area. Everything was clean: sheets, bathroom, floor etc. The room was way better than I expected. It was a little small, but it was just my boyfriend and I so it was perfect. I definitely would come back
Cons (-) Check in is at 3. We got there 3:30 and the room still wasn't ready so the woman told us about 30min, so we just walked to get some beer. Come back 30min later, I asked if the room was ready and she said 10 more minutes. We're a patient couple so it was whatever, but I can see where that could be aggravating.

Location

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Cruz1.1 km
  • Cocoanut Grove1.1 km
  • Main Beach1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk1.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor2 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum2.6 km
  • State Lighthouse Museum2.6 km
  • DeLaveaga Golf Course3 km
  • University of Santa Cruz Arboretum3.1 km
  • Pasatiempo Golf Course3.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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FAQs when booking at Continental Inn

  • Where is Continental Inn located?

    Continental Inn is located at 414 Ocean Street, 1.1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz is the closest landmark to Continental Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Continental Inn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Continental Inn.

  • Does Continental Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Continental Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Continental Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Continental Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Continental Inn from the airport?

    Continental Inn is 44.5 km from San Jose. Continental Inn is 45.1 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Continental Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Continental Inn has a pool on-site.

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