Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz

Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz

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Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz
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Overview

Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is only 7 minutes' walk from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. Guests who stay at this Santa Cruz inn can park their car on site.

Location

Located 0.2 miles from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, the hotel is a minute's walk from Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is a mere 12 minutes by foot from the property, while Mineta San Jose International airport is 35 miles from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Cowell Beach, which is 0.3 miles away. Sea & Sand Inn lies within walking distance of Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Bay Street & West Cliff Drive bus stop is located around 5 minutes' stroll from this Santa Cruz hotel.

Rooms

The Santa Cruz accommodation has 18 rooms, some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, and have self-catering options such as a coffeemaker. The private bathrooms are appointed with a tub, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet along with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The Santa Cruz hotel is right by Aquarius and offers a broad selection of meals.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:18
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Rooms and availability

Standard Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Facilities for kids

Cribs

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Sea & Sand Inn

💵 Lowest room price 354 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 34.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Mineta San Jose International, SJC

Location

Address
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201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060
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201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Harbor
Santa Cruz Wharf
100 yd
35 Pacific Ave
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
100 yd
Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
100 yd
Store
Cowell Beach
100 yd
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
100 yd
Restaurant
Las Palmas Taco Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Woodies Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
Falafel Hut
100 yd
Restaurant
Tacos Moreno
100 yd
Restaurant
Loard's Ice Cream
100 yd
Restaurant
El Hermoso Mar
100 yd
Restaurant
Coaster's Bar and Grill
100 yd
Restaurant
Surf City Grill
100 yd
Restaurant
Firefly Coffee House
100 yd
Restaurant
Yan Flower
200 yd
Restaurant
Fosters Freeze
200 yd
Restaurant
Fire Fly Cafe
200 yd

Reviews of Sea & Sand Inn

8.4 /10
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Location9.4
Facilities8.8
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • P
    Peter
    United States of America
    left 14 reviews
    Wrote a review on Feb 14
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining7.0
    10
    friendly staff
    cozy atmosphere

    This place suits me perfectly with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and friendly 24-hour service. The staff even helped return my forgotten items on my first stay. I recommend enjoying the evening wine before settling in for a cozy night. I’m coming back for Christmas!

    Standard King Room
  • J
    Joey
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Sept 24
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    ocean views
    friendly staff

    fantastic beach views and close to great dining options

    I felt instantly at home with the warm welcome from the friendly staff and enjoyed stunning panoramic ocean views from my room, which made every morning spectacular for my city strolls.

    Standard King Room
  • A
    Aaron
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 12
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    cozy in-room fireplace
    bathroom door

    The cozy in-room fireplace created a lovely atmosphere, yet the bathroom door didn't close.

    Standard King Room
  • R
    Ron
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 04
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    friendly staff
    ocean view
    afternoon cheese
    breakfast variety

    great location but breakfast needs improvement

    The location was phenomenal, allowing easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. The friendly staff were always available to help, even accommodating my early morning coffee request. I loved the ocean view from my room—truly stunning! ! Especially while enjoying the afternoon cheese and wine event, which fostered a great atmosphere among guests.

    The breakfast lacked some variety and items ran out too quickly.

    Standard Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • P
    Pete
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 03
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    ocean view
    afternoon wine
    blueberry scones
    small room

    the room was kinda small and felt a bit bare. but the view of the ocean was super nice! loved the afternoon wine and cheese hangout. The fresh blueberry scones at breakfast were awesome! !

    Standard King Room
  • J
    Jim
    United States of America
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 31
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    ocean view
    inviting ambiance
    cramped room
    malfunctioning fireplace
    insufficient darkness

    The ocean view from the second-floor room was stunning, and the breakfast included delicious options such as blueberry scones and yogurt parfaits. The property's ambiance was inviting, especially during the afternoon cheese and wine gatherings. However, the room felt a bit cramped for three guests, the fireplace wasn't functioning properly, and there was insufficient darkness for restful sleep due to streetlights outside.

    Standard Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • H
    Harry
    United States of America
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 22
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    wine and cheese hour
    stunning view
    afternoon cookies
    difficult parking experience

    I had a fantastic stay here! The afternoon wine and cheese hour was delightful, and the free cookies were a sweet touch. Plus, the view from my Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds was absolutely stunning, especially while enjoying my coffee by the fireplace.

    Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds
  • E
    Elizabeth
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 11
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    6.0
    cozy vibes
    stunning views

    Couples should think twice

    The property has stunning views and the staff was polite, very cozy vibes. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and the cozy fireplace, it reminded me of better times

    It was pricy for what we got but still bearable

    Standard King Room
  • S
    Scott
    United States of America
    left 17 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 23
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    breathtaking view
    afternoon cheese
    fresh cookies

    The view from the room was breathtaking. I enjoyed the afternoon cheese and wine with other guests. Breakfast was ample and satisfying. The location was perfect for walks to the beach. Fresh cookies in the afternoon were a delightful treat! 🍪

    Standard Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • A
    Andrew
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 18
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    breathtaking view
    afternoon cheese
    peaceful atmosphere
    comfortable seating
    limited dining options

    The ocean views from my room were breathtaking, and I loved the peaceful atmosphere while enjoying wine and cheese with other guests in the afternoon. The location made it easy to take walks along the beach, and the nearby Boardwalk was a fun spot to explore. Although I wished for more comfortable seating options, it was still a relaxing stay overall.

    Standard Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • A
    Alexis
    United States of America
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 13
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    stunning views
    afternoon social
    noise disturbance

    Staying at Sea & Sand Inn was a highlight of my tour across the U.S. The stunning ocean views captivated me, and enjoying the afternoon wine and cheese social made me feel connected with fellow travelers. Though I found some noise from nearby guests a bit disruptive, the overall experience was delightful!

    Standard King Room
  • D
    Dennis
    United States of America
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 10
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining5.0
    7.0
    homemade muffins
    afternoon wine
    fire pits
    disappointing breakfast
    lack of variety

    The homemade muffins were a delightful way to kick off the morning! Plus, the afternoon wine and cheese was a fantastic way to chill with fellow beach lovers. The fire pits were a dream, too, making late-night chats a vibe.

    Breakfast kinda fell flat—I've seen better spreads at a potluck! They ran out of bananas and eggs too early, so I ended up sticking to coffee. A little more variety would really up the game.

    Standard King Room
  • J
    Joseph
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Mar 05
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    stunning views
    well-furnished room
    friendly staff

    The Sea & Sand Inn provided an excellent stay featuring stunning views of Cowell's Beach. The location is ideal, just a short walk to the Boardwalk and downtown, making it convenient for both leisure and work. The room was well-furnished and comfortable, allowing for a peaceful environment to focus on tasks during my business trip. The staff was exceptionally friendly and ensured that my needs were met, enhancing my overall experience.

    No significant negatives to report.

    Standard King Room
  • R
    Richard
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Feb 18
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    landscaped grounds
    cozy seating
    ocean views
    comfortable seating
    accessibility issues

    The landscaped grounds and cozy seating areas made enjoying the ocean views exceptionally lovely, providing a peaceful retreat for seniors. Accessibility features prevailed, allowing me to stroll easily and take in the fresh sea air.

    More comfortable seating options would be appreciated.

    Standard King Room
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