Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offers a relaxed retreat with a beautiful garden and inviting terrace. Unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool or stay connected with WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Ideal Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl - 8 min walk
Marini's at the Beach - 10 min walk
Las Palmas Taco Bar - 3 min walk
The Catalyst - 8 min walk
About this property
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
At Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. A seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and walkability.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
38 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking is limited
Off-site parking within 0.15 mi (USD 15 per day), from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 September to 20 March:
Swimming pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available off-site and costs USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from March 19 to September 13
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn
Bay Front Santa Cruz
Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz
Bay Front Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and nearby?
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz like?
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
7 March 2025
Great Place
Brian William
Brian William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2024
It’s minutes form the pier & room was very clean.
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2024
Family room is spacious and clean
Ma Concepcion
Ma Concepcion, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2024
great place
Don
Don, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2024
Great stay
Great convenient and walking distance to the boardwalk- parking also included and first come first serve basis. Pool was not appealing yet not my priority
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Cool little place just a couple blocks from the Warf and Beach Board Walk
William
William, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 September 2024
Great Stay
Right next to the pier an Boardwalk, very nice!
Christopher J
Christopher J, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
16 February 2025
Should have stayed home.
Majority of my stay was spent trying to get the TV, heater, and lights to work. Less than one hour after checking in the office was closed for the night. Checked in at 8:30 pm. There's a phone number to call but no one responds. By far the worst Valentines Day on record. T.V. started working kinda, three channels nickeloaden, informercials news in a.langauge i dont know. Somewhere around 2:30am Why?
Clarence
Clarence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
Always nice and close to the beach
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Love the place
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 September 2024
Comfortable bed, nice room
Michael J
Michael J, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 September 2024
I enjoyed being so close to the beach and boardwalk. The staff were also very kind and helpful.
Mauri
Mauri, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Great stay. Friendly staff and clean room. Perfect for what we needed. Close walk to the beach
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Older motel style with an excellent location. Front desk was friendly and amazing. Had a great time!
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Clean room, 5 minutes walk to the beach.
Lilly
Lilly, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
15 October 2024
Would visit again
The room was very clean and served all of our needs. The bed was very comfortable. We were disappointed that the pool was closed and not clean for use.
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2024
Good place to stay if you bring your dog.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
You’re very accommodating on a late arrival
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
1 December 2024
The rooms were not house kept very well and the front staff person was very rude when we checked in.
Summer
Summer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Great place to stay for a day trip or even a weekend trip. Within walking distance to the wharf and boardwalk.
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Staff was great! GREAT location!
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
The hotel was quite and peaceful. The staff were friendly. I would definitely stay again and would recommend it.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Jessica was very helpful! She is the best
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2024
Location is very close to both the Boardwalk and downtown.