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Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
Ocean views meet boardwalk energy at this welcoming motel where the staff knows exactly how to help travelers unwind after a day of coastal exploration

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The Aqua Breeze Inn provides a comfortable base just steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace between beach visits and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The attentive staff makes a noticeable difference in creating a pleasant stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included) | Private kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Kitchenware not included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)

Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Accessible

Double Room, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, Aqua Breeze Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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Map
204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Famous surfing beach town! California
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 0_101070739
    Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue
    Pacific Avenue
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pier at Santa Cruz, California
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Palmas Taco Bar
    6 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    4 min walk
  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • The Picnic Basket
    6 min walk
  • Marea Sol
    3 min walk

About this property

Aqua Breeze Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Aqua Breeze Inn provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a vending machine and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Night Window, Located on Side of Office]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:30 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 10 mi (16 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Aqua Breeze
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Hotel Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn Motel
Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Aqua Breeze Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Aqua Breeze Inn?

As of 5 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aqua Breeze Inn on 10 Feb 2026 start from NZ$125.97, including 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.

How much is parking at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Aqua Breeze Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Aqua Breeze Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members are wonderful. It is an affordable, pleasant place to stay with our dog when we visit relatives in Santa Cruz during Jan or Feb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff very friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, clean rooms. Great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms a bit outdated but location is great. Front desk guy very friendly and helpful. Would have been nice to have some Kleenex in the room ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and facility
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great price for location

Great price for the location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chanchal Kumar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location alone is worth five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcpharos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Aqua Breeze in had an easy check in process, was pet friendly, rooms were clean and staff was courteous. Walking distance of the boardwalk. Only thing I would love is for them to add a designated space for pets to pottie. Overall, greag stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Great location and good room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and Property were clean and the staff was very nice. Can't beat the proximity to the beach for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Felt safe. I don’t like That they don’t put coffee in the rooms. Their office is closed a lot, too. They don’t allow smoking on the property, which is fine, but there are cigarette butts everywhere by the sidewalk. If they aren’t going to allow smoking then they need to put an ashtray out there at least!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jelly

Liked: Amenities
Easy parking, good location. It was just not convenient that the only bathroom is located in the bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great near all the fun
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Keasara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Location!

We had a nice stay for one night while visiting the boardwalk. You cannot beat the location. Hotel is older but you can tell they are trying to maintain it as well as possible. Would definitely stay there again bc of location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Minna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Old but decent, good location at boardwalk

Good location and free parking. But rooms are old and sort of crumbling. Priced too high. Good size fridge and microwave which were great additions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. The room was clean and the bed was surprisingly comfortable for the price. Check-in was quick and the front desk staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was great. Hotel was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very close to the boardwalk and beach,but the inn itself was not in the best condition, the room was musty smelling and tight to get around ,there was no pool,but they did allow pets,the staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was typical for a touristy beach town. It's an older hotel with wear & tear but it served its purpose. Grandkids loved the outside murals & sea theme. Very conveniently located across from boardwalk. Saved us from having to pay for parking in the lot across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025