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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking w Sofa Bed
Point of interest
Point of interest
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking w Sofa Bed
Lobby

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

TV
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

TV
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

TV
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

TV
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and University of California, Santa Cruz, Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact 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:

  • Cleaning deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA on 13 Aug 2025 start from NZ$315.60, 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 Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 35.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf and Monterey Bay. University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 522 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 522 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 522 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 522 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 143 out of 522 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nices
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cherla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s far from broad walk
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucena

Liked: Staff & service
it’s kind of noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrik

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. The price was kinda high considering the rooms and amenities. The pictures definitely over sold the room. It seems as if they’re renovating slowly and in a shoty fashion. We found better rooms for cheaper after our first night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t stay in this place, looks scary and rooms to small and the area not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Priscilla

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First and foremost the cleaning staff (Ladies) were very nice and polite. Parking on the other hand was very limited and ppl were double parked. I know it's out of their control, but ppl were very inconsiderate being noisy at night, along with the issues of the homeless being on grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management and the place was rude and dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wendell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Registration was easy and man super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
That’s ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn’t recommend this place. We got it for a good price but it was still not the best stay. I didn’t feel safe. The rooms smelled of smoke / weed. There seemed to be a homeless community using the car park - I wasn’t threatened but it didn’t make me feel safe with my family. The door didn’t shut properly and I’m not sure the windows did either. It was noisy. The floor was filthy and the bedding wasn’t clean. Dated and uncared for. Choose somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convinient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mario

Disliked: Staff & service
I went to the front desk to ask for clening towels no one was there to assist..by luck saw the lady the cleans at later time she took care of it but not at the time i need it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Khaden

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Dogs in other rooms barking nonstop, can hear everything from nextdoor rooms. Stains on bedding, cleaning products left in bathroom. Large hole in bathroom wall to outside covered with piece of wood. Staff was extremely nice, check in and check out super easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janiel

This hotel was horrible. Towels were dirty and stained, Blood on the wall, sheets looked unclean,burn holes in bed sheet covers, shower was filthy. We spend our money as well as trusting that we will be provided with a clean and sanitary room. When the company fails this and says we’re not able to be refunded it is extremely unfair!!! I did not stay the night immediately booked somewhere else and glad I did.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

AWFUL!!

Awful stay. Bugs crawling on walls and our things. Will never stay here again. Had to book another place for the rest of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing unique, stair to the second floor is not safe, slippery when wet, no shampoo available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

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

Don't recommend on the phone

Too small had two beds in there for two people no room to walk three steps to get into the door free handicap forget about it beds are too high no closet hang your clothes up I've been to motel 6 before they always had a closet they need to do away with the steps
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Judi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charged a refundable deposit, which Expedia did not mention at time of booking. Exterior was old, area was questionable such that it appeared there were unhoused ppl staying there. 2 SC Police officers arrived at some point and were speaking to other motel guests. Room was TINY. Bed was comfortable, but sheets and towels looked dirty/dingy. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vianey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and small remodel hotel. Great parking and walking distance for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

Better than expected

Much better than expected. Nice large walk-in shower and new bathroom. Clean remodel done with quality. Comfortable mattress larger of mini refrigerator with separate freezer. Beside the narrow layout of the structure n parking lot of an old school motel extra parking in the rear.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025