SURF CITY INN & SUITES | Santa Cruz ★ Seaside Luxury & Beachfront Bliss

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About the Hotel

619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, California, United States

“I was thrilled to be just steps away from the beautiful beach!”view full review

Surf City Inn & Suites - A budget-friendly hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with an indoor pool and accessible rooms

Surf City Inn & Suites, a 2-star hotel rated 7.6/10 on Booking.com, offers newly remodeled guest rooms and multi-room suites equipped with complimentary WiFi, refrigerators, microwaves, premium cable channels, and private bathrooms. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, and 24-hour front desk, with wheelchair-accessible routes throughout the property. Located at 619 Riverside Avenue, it is a 10-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf, with easy access to California Highway 1 via Ocean Street. Guests can choose from room types including single queen beds, king-queen suites, and family-friendly multi-bed suites. Nearby dining options include Saturn Cafe and Taqueria Apatzingan, both within 0.5 miles.

Pros

The indoor pool and hot tub are available year-round.

Wheelchair-accessible rooms and facilities meet ADA standards.

Complimentary WiFi and self-parking are provided for guests.

The location is within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Cons

Some rooms lack kitchen supplies despite having kitchenettes.

The hotel is 34 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport.

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Superior Double Room

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25 sq. feet

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2 King Size Beds

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Queen Room

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2 persons

295 sq. feet

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Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite

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4 persons

295 sq. feet

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City Centre

Santa Cruz2300 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 33.4 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included

Indoor Pool Fun

“I was thrilled to enjoy the indoor pool at Surf City Inn & Suites. The kids had an absolute blast swimming, and I appreciated how the pool temperature was perfect. It's such a great way to unwind after a day of exploring, and having this amenity made our stay even better.” view full review

Spacious Suite Experience

“During our stay, we booked a Beautiful Two-Bedroom Suite, which suited our family's needs perfectly. The extra space allowed the kids to have their own room, and we loved having a fridge and microwave on hand. It was a great arrangement for our family travel, and we appreciated the comfort and functionality of the room.” view full review

Kid-Friendly Activities

“The hotel offered a variety of children's amenities, including corn hole and mini golf. It was a fantastic way for our family to bond and have some fun together. The kids were entertained and enjoyed every minute of it, making our trip feel like a special vacation.” view full review

Great Entertainment Options

“I loved that the hotel provided easy access to various entertainment options. Whether it was enjoying some leisure games or winding down with a movie, it was nice to have these entertainment features available. It truly enhanced our experience and kept the whole family engaged during downtime.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, California, United States

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619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, California, United States

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.0 mi

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.0 mi

Museum

Museum of Art and History

3400 ft

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

4500 ft

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

3400 ft

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

1.0 mi

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

1.2 mi

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.2 mi

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

2100 ft

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

2100 ft

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.1 mi

Landmark

Giant Dipper

2300 ft

Landmark

Undertow

2100 ft

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

3400 ft

Landmark

Cave Train

2500 ft

Store

Cowell Beach

1.0 mi

Beach

Seabright State Beach

4500 ft

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

2700 ft

Park

Abbott Square

2700 ft

Store

Shopper's Corner

2800 ft

Landmark

Sky Glider

1.0 mi

Landmark

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.1 mi

Beach

Main Beach

1.0 mi

Landmark

Santa Cruz Holiday Train

2200 ft

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

2300 ft

Store

Whole Foods Market

3700 ft

Landmark

Ocean View Park

4700 ft

Nearby

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

900 ft

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

1600 ft

Restaurants

Firefly Coffee House

1800 ft

131 Front St # A # A

Fire Fly Cafe

1400 ft

131 Front St # A # A

Snap Taco

1500 ft

1108 Pacific Ave

Pizza My Heart

2700 ft

1116 Pacific Ave Ste B

The Sandwich Spot

2400 ft

1010 Pacific Ave

Bagelry

2500 ft

320 Cedar St Ste A

Coaster's Bar and Grill

2800 ft

115 Cliff St

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

2900 ft

1101 Pacific Ave. Suite A

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SURF CITY INN & SUITES, Santa Cruz

About the Hotel

Surf City Inn & Suites - A budget-friendly hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with an indoor pool and accessible rooms

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