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Best Western Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Free continental breakfast
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Step into Best Western Inn, near the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Kick-start your day with a continental breakfast, stay productive at the business center, and unwind with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff who are always ready to lend a hand.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$118 nightly
The total price is $135
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
126 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inn

At Best Western Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include continental breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • 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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
Best Western Santa Cruz
Best Western Inn Hotel
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
Best Western Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Best Western Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Best Western Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Best Western Inn also has a fitness center.

What's the area around Best Western Inn like?

Best Western Inn is located on the Strip in Westside Santa Cruz, a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Street and 15 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue.

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Best Western Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Bed
Breakfast
Location
Bathroom
Lobby
Shower
Parking
Wedding

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

The variety of food/drinks during breakfast, easy check-in/check out and friendly staff.
Evelyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Hotel was clean and glad to have a safe place,Santa Cruz crawling with homeless zombies
Jess, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Can check in late and stuff its nice
emilia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay if you’re visiting the Santa Cruz board walk! The rooms very updated and very clean! The staff was very friendly and helpful!
Hannah Penberthy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Decent place to position yourself in for Santa Cruz. Clean and comfortable. Stayed with 2 children.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I loved the waffles that had hearts inside during breakfast.
anthony, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Basic room. Food options were ok and the outside area was sketchy. Free parking and kitchen staff were great. Air conditioner was loud and made sleeping very difficult.
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a wonderful experience, I only wish that my alarm wasn't set for Hawaii time!
Chris, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

This hotel is adequate..but for the price I paid...not worth it
heather, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Parking lot is extremely small, other guests were taking up 2 spots making it harder to park. The free breakfast isn’t available long enough, was told they were serving anymore and seen a few other guests walk out with plates. Beds were comfortable, bathroom was a bit small but not bad for a 1 night stay.
Lindsey, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Tried this property looking for a cheap room while in town. Bed was uncomfortable, hot water wasn’t working in the shower, and mandatory checkout by 11am even though I was the only guest. Will look somewhere else next time I’m in town
John, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

The toilet kept running; the hair dryer and fridge were broken. Requested for housekeeping services but never were honored. I didn’t expect that. I have stayed at different Best Western Hotel locations before but the experience here was not the best
Sandeep, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

good stay

It was good, clean and quiet.
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Professional staff Very helpful in answering my questions Clean rooms and comfortable bedding
Hector, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Room was newly remodeled and it was nice. Breakfast options were decent. Staff was also friendly.
Lianne, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

I was showering and the water wasn’t running properly. Little to none came out until 10 minutes later
Sophanna, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Close to UCSC
Virginia, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Asked for accessible room,got second floor( of two) end of hall. No internet,tiny bottles of shampoo,body wash,conditioner. Not enough for one use. Way overpriced. On a freeway onramp.
Dennis, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The accommodation was OK but not up to the standard we expected of Best Western.
Prasad, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Property not very clean; very noisy
April, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Near the airport and clean. Would stay here again.
Laura, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

My stay in Best Western was good.
Mario, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good

Very clean and comfortable. Our room was spacious with jet tub. Location was also a plus. Good breakfast. Would book again
Ruben, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Place

Friendly staff, clean rooms
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Goof
James, 1-night trip