Located near Monterey Bay, Mission Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a relaxing garden. Unwind in the sauna or spa tub, stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.
University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Taco Bell - 12 min walk
Panda Express - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
Parish Publick House - 4 min walk
About this property
Mission Inn
Mission Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. A sauna and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
53 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
What to do
Beach nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Hot tub
Sauna
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel
Mission Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Inn Motel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does Mission Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mission Inn 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.
Are pets allowed at Mission Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mission Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Mission Inn and nearby?
Mission Inn has a sauna and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Mission Inn like?
Mission Inn is a short 17-minute walk from Natural Bridges State Park and 5 minutes' walk from Swift Street Courtyard. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.
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Mission Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Location
Bed
Restaurant
Hot Tub
Parking
Bathroom
Beach
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a great selection including bagels, waffles, yogurt, and more. (68 reviews)
On-site parking was convenient and easily accessible for guests. (10 reviews)
The property offers quick access to nearby beaches, including Steamer's lane, Pleasure point, and Santa Cruz Boardwalk. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Clean, quiet, and comfortable place to stay
The room was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the stay was great! The continental breakfast was nice as well. Would definitely stay here again!
Davina
Davina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Excelele
The Mission Inn is lovely with excellent breakfast and awesome staff.
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
We would stay again.
The staff was great. Quiet place off the beaten path. Love that it is close to downtown.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Very happy with this spot! Nice clean rooms, no noise, and a solid breakfast
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Very clean, nice location, bed was comfy, and nice breakfast.
Ramona
Ramona, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Greatly enjoyed our stay at this inn. Jennifer at the front desk was especially wonderful!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2025
Would stay again
Perfect location for us to walk to everything we needed. The room was very clean and up-to-date. The breakfast was a bit chaotic chaotic in a small room with not great food.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
Quiet & Comfy on a Budget
The two receptionists (check in-out) each went out of their way to assist us. Floor nor clean but rest of room great. Met expectations.
Joni
Joni, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Amazing
Amazing hotel to stay at for a week getaway.
Ato
Ato, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
One night stay
The room is quiet and clean.
Andrew T
Andrew T, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
comfortable, clean, nice place
“The place is very comfortable, close to the areas you can visit when traveling, with supermarkets and restaurants within reach without the stress of driving. Highly recommended. I should add that I left my AirPods at the hotel. They called me 40 minutes later to tell me I'd forgotten them and they had them. That speaks volumes about the staff and their honesty. I would have liked if there had been a pool for the kids
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Quiet..safe
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Really lovely property. Room was large and comfortable. The hot tub was a definite highlight.
Edva
Edva, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Really enjoyed our one day stay!
Mariana
Mariana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
So convenient for everything in Santa Cruz, and for drives headed north on Hwy 1.
Clean and comfy room, free parking, free breakfast. My go-to hotel for the Santa Cruz area.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
julie
julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Clean room and awesome friendly staff....especially Jennifer!
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
We loved our stay.
Trina
Trina, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 26, 2025
Great place
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Room was huge, and had lots of dining options close by.
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
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Dominique
Dominique, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Great location, breakfast was a bonus 😀
Deanna
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Will come back again!
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Love it!
It was a fantastic stay! They were very attentive and it was located in the perfect location for our trip
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Great location to UCSD campus, shopping, restaurants, and an 8 minute drive to downtown Santa Cruz. Staff was great. Room was perfect for a couple with parking in front of room.