Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bayfront motel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

December 2025

12

January 2026

Seasonal outdoor pool - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)

Reception - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)

Property grounds - Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)

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.

Good

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Seasonal outdoor pool
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Picnic area
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Television
Garden
Terrace
Coffee/tea maker
Limited onsite parking

₩112,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 30 - Dec 31

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 12 - Dec 13

Tomorrow

Dec 13 - Dec 14

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

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Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
‪The Picnic Basket - ‬6 min walk
‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 38 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 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 available
- 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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed*
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite parking limited
- Offsite 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
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
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 September 22 to March 20:

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 offsite 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

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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.

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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 to 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 spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 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.