Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Garden
Front of property
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Front of property
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking included

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Map
645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
  • Popular LocationOcean Street2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf4 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)45 min drive

Room options

Basic Room, One Bed, No Bathroom

7.9/10 Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • 3993 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Eastside Santa Cruz motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min walk
  • Seabright Beach - 17 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - 4 min drive
  • Crow's Nest Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Peoples Coffee - 18 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Brady's Yacht Club - 14 min walk

About this property

Harbor Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
As a guest of Harbor Inn, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz motel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harbor Inn offers 19 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Harbor Inn Santa Cruz
Harbor Santa Cruz
Harbor Inn Motel
Harbor Inn Santa Cruz
Harbor Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor Inn to the airport?

Harbor Inn is 14.3 mi (23-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbor Inn?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor Inn on May 30, 2024 start from $109.0, excluding 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.

Does Harbor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbor Inn.

How close is Harbor Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 11-minute walk from Harbor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor Inn offer free breakfast?

Harbor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Harbor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harbor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Harbor Inn have a pool?

Harbor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Harbor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Harbor Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Harbor Inn is 1.3 mi away from Live Oak.

Harbor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 324 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 324 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 324 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 324 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 324 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will be coming back again!
This inn is so charming! Exactly as pictured. You can’t adjust the A/C. But there is a heater. If you get hot flashes, sleeping with the windows open this time of year suffices. Not sure if they have fans. Walking distance to the beach. Pillows and bed were surprisingly comfortable. I have back and neck issues and slept like a baby. Most other motels I’ve stayed at you have to let the water run for forever to heat. But not here! Also, amazing water pressure. Mini fridge with freezer. Microwave and mini coffee maker. Extra towels in the hallway armoire- super convenient. Close to the mall (and target/cvs/Walgreens).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Central Santa Cruz Motel.
This is a very well kept motel. It is apparent that the owners and staff take great care in thinking of their guests. My room was comfortable and very clean. The entire motel was clean and well cared for as were the small grounds. I will stay there again and recommend to friends. Very affordable.
Side room with microwave,  refrigerator,  coffee maker, iron and desk. Sunny, airy and welcoming.
Corner of room with convenient table.
I had just gotten up so comfortable bed not made.
Hard to get a good picture of the bathroom.  Very clean. Shower comes with shampoo, conditioner and body wash dispenser. Towels were thick and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and within 15-20 min walking distance to beaches and harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
comfortable stay. Limited amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t pass this place up
Great stay very clean cute and neat Will book again soon Loved self check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the furniture and room contents were rustic and gently worn like the city of Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

sebastian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023