Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hitching Post Studios Inn welcomes travelers with multilingual staff. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and a business center for work needs.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Laundry
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Tomorrow

Nov 5 - Nov 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

18 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

18 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

About the area

1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

What's nearby

Ocean Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Crêpe Place - ‬10 min walk
‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
‪The Buttery - ‬16 min walk
‪Good Dogs - ‬19 min walk
‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a business centre at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this motel include:

Free self-parking
Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
A vending machine and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and freezers

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Business services

Business centre

Outdoors

Garden

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

1 floor
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Phone
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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 per accommodation, per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hitching Post Studios Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hitching Post Studios Inn on 23 Nov 2025 start from NZ$135.65, 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 Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hitching Post Studios Inn located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Street and Dominican Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Martha

28 Sept 2025

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

Finding a budget friendly place with such nice grounds, comfortable beds, very clean rooms and each with its own little patio , not to mention the excellent, friendly staff, is a godsend. This was my 4th or 5th stay, and I expect to book there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

naseem

15 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Little sketchy on the outside but the rooms were nice

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

10 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent Staff

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

luis

13 Sept 2025

I love the please

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

7 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Host was very kind, and made an effort to help us secure our bikes. The rooms are clean but are modestly appointed with furniture. Guests must pay extra to access kitchen tools and resources.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

1 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

7 points, but Danny was the best thing about the hitching post. Very friendly and welcoming. And it smelled good in the office. He remembered us. We like the activism center next door. There was a band there which we were invited to. We can easily access the bus back to 17 and to the beach. We love grocery outlet, the microwave and the fridge. Checking in is so simple, and I was so exhausted. The bed was huge and comfy. My only complaint was too much bleach on the sheets.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

17 Aug 2025

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

I was a little concerned after reading a few negative reviews, but they must have been old. Clean, pleasant, and entirely convenient for our purposes. Our room had a kitchen as well, which would be really handy if you were looking to save money on vacation (there’s a grocery store just down the street).

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

24 Jun 2025

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

Pleasant

Pleasant stay. Staff was very frie dly and accomodating. Room was comfortable and quiet. Only one small issue; the floors could have been cleaner.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

26 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

There’s really nothing around the property, but downtown and the pier are a short drive. However, the hotel is remodeled, clean and safe. The owner and staff are all very nice people. I’ll go back next time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

19 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very basic motel room. Suited our needs. Clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Wyatt

10 Aug 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Unknown

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Elvia

10 Sept 2025

As soon as we walked in the room there was an overwhelming smell of toxic cleaning supplies used. It was late and we were tired, but we stayed up for quite a while with both the window and door wide open. The odor was so strong that it was still present in the morning. The property worker was not available when we tried to address the strong "cleaning" odor.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Oliver

2 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Terrible air-conditioning.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

13 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Room smelt like poop when we walked in and there were only three towels for four people. Wouldn’t go back again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

PAUL

28 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bathroom door hard to close. Toilet seat loose and room smelled.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

16 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Always a great stay at the hitching post! Room was convenient and nicely remodeled recently. The was was so comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Apr 2025

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

Comfortable, convenient

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

15 Mar 2025

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

Very nice little motel. Very clean and reasonable. It came with a large full kitchen with a gas range, which was amazing! It was the nicest this type of motel can be.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy H

29 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service

We just needed a place to sleep. The room was adequate, nothing fancy. It was fine. We arrived late around 11pm and left by 9am. The morning was very noisy with cars leaving and guests shutting room doors. The walls are thin and with an open window the noise was even louder. The area is expensive in general so I searched for the cheapest room I could find and this was it. If you're looking for a one night quick stay then this place will be good enough. If you're looking for more I would suggest you look for another place and expect to pay more. I will add that the man at the front desk was also very friendly. My check-in was fast and easy.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

4 May 2024

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

Great place

It was a good stay

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah Jane

11 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, average stay

Close and walkable to the pizzeria, bar and grocery shop so we chose it for proximity. It was reasonable value but with no thick blanket, only a thin sheet, we were cold sleeping.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025