Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Cruz Wharf

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Surfing/boogie boarding
Reception
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 629
SAR 742 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mini Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Queen Combo

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Stagnaro Bros - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Seaway Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf
Located close to Main Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Seaway Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Seaway Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Santa Cruz
Hotel Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Seaway Inn Hotel
Hotel Seaway Inn
Seaway
Seaway Inn Hotel
Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaway Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Seaway Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Seaway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Seaway Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaway Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Wharf and Main Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Seaway Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean and the staff are amazing!!! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young girl working at the front desk was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Knight

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a CLEAN hotel room, this is your place. It was absolutely spotless. The bed was comfortable, and the room is really nice. The walk in shower was a plus. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and a well kept place. Would definitely recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at this location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for enjoying a sunny walk along the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Night and Day office people were the best! And bed was comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice modern room and great shower. Bed was very comfy. Walls were thin though, you could hear everything. Close to the water and shops.

10/10 Excellent

MADDALENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at this hotel. My room was spacious, clean, and stylishly furnished, with a bathroom that feels like it belongs in a higher-end hotel. The location is perfect for reaching the main beaches at a walking distance. I’ll definitely stay here again. Special mention to the staff for their kindness!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobias Leonardo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious rooms close to the beach friendly staff easy parking nice tvs and tv stations
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apollo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to beach, wharf, boardwalk, dining, shopping and downtown. Good view of street, wharf and beach from room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great location! It’s super clean because it’s just been remodeled
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the new look ♥️

We really enjoyed our stay at the Seaway Inn. Tim at the front desk was super helpful in making sure we were comfortable. The room was super clean and free parking was awesome! So close to everything. We will definitely be staying there again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Old hotel that has been modernized and upgraded. Really comfortable. Fun wallpaper in the bathroom. Easy to walk anywhere by the pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Limited parking. But location perfect and walkable for many things . Only Suggestion would be a screen on sliding door to be able to leave open and enjoy the fresh air
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s been a few years since I’ve stayed here and now it’s under new ownership. They’ve remodeled the rooms and bathrooms. Very nice, comfortable bed, nice towels, comfortable pillows, and very roomy. Tried to check in early per a text that I received offering it however once I arrived it I wasn’t able to which was disappointing. Only negative was they were going to put me in a room where the air conditioner isn’t working properly;staying cold and I was told the heater in room would off set the cold. Hotel wasn’t sold out and with a small child with me I said it wasn’t acceptable. They immediately offered to change the room for me. I’m sorry but that room should be last one offered to any customer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I would say the staff here is wonderful and attentive and it is updated and clean with a quick wqlk to the board walk/ beach however the walls here are paper thin both mornings i was woken up by my neighbors alarm at 7 that went off for 10 minutes , we were located under the stairs and people would drag there luggage down without a thought for the people below, there was also a dog barking for over 10 hours till 11 pm, guys if you take your pets on vacation please dont leave them in the room, they are in an unfamiliar place and santa cruz is very dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025