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Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

1101 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Free Breakfast
Laundry
Pool
Gym
Parking

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About this property

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area is a 2.5-star hotel located in Westside Santa Cruz, California, placing guests within a 4-minute drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. The property sits 2.9 miles from the University of California, Santa Cruz campus and 5.1 miles from Capitola Beach. Guests rate the location 3.9 out of 5 stars, citing convenient access to the region's attractions.

The hotel offers 42 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, flat-screen television with cable programming, and a private bathroom featuring a shower/tub combination, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer. Rooms include a desk, microwave, and phone with free local calling for guest convenience. Rooms are rated 3.8 out of 5 for comfort.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The property features a seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace with views. Guests have access to free wireless internet, a common area television, and a picnic area. A 24-hour front desk, express check-in and check-out, dry cleaning and laundry services, and a safe-deposit box are available. Free self-parking is provided, and a discounted rate applies to use of a nearby fitness center. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with some limitations; note that upper floors are accessible by stairs only, as there are no elevators on-site.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs are allowed on the property, though service animals are the only pets exempt from any restrictions. The property does not permit pets or smoking. San Jose International Airport is the nearest major airport, located 30 miles away.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Capitola Beach.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ocean Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Mission Santa Cruz - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Williams-Reynolds House - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Branciforte Dog Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Sky Glider - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi

The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24.8 km / 15.4 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 54.4 km / 33.8 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 66.1 km / 41.1 mi

The preferred airport for Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

San Francisco Int'l Airport (70 miles), Oakland Int'l Airport (90 miles), San Jose Int'l Airport (30 miles)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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 and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • No pets
  • no smoking
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25 per night

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from March to September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.