Pacific Blue Inn, Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn – A green-certified boutique hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with a private courtyard and eco-friendly amenities

Pacific Blue Inn, a 4-star boutique hotel rated 8.9/10 on Booking.com, features nine guest rooms with private baths, eco-friendly electric fireplaces, and artwork from local artists. The property includes a private courtyard with two gas fire pits and seating for enjoying local wines. Complimentary baked goods and coffee are available throughout the day, and the hotel is located on Pacific Avenue, a short ten-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within walking distance of over 50 downtown restaurants. The brightly colored rooms include HD 37" flat-screen TVs, work desks, and free Wi-Fi. Pacific Blue Inn exceeds California’s green standards with low-water-use fixtures, non-toxic cleaning products, and renewable bamboo flooring. Three rooms are fully wheelchair-accessible, and all feature wheel-in showers. Guests can rent bicycles to explore nearby attractions like the Monterey Bay Wildlife National Marine Sanctuary and Roaring Camp Railroad.

Pros

The private courtyard features two gas fire pits with seating for relaxation.

The hotel is centrally located, within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and downtown dining.

Complimentary baked goods and coffee are available daily for guests.

All rooms include eco-friendly electric fireplaces and premium bedding.

The property meets stringent green standards with sustainable materials and low-water-use fixtures.

Cons

The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant.

Some guests may find the $25 fee for rollaway beds an additional expense.