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Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Front of property
Property entrance
Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(131 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(122 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge offers its guests 2 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ocean Pacific Lodge also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1992
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Ocean Pacific Lodge offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to April 1:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Connecting/adjoining rooms are available for Standard King and Standard 2 Queens rooms for an additional charge of USD 50 per reservation, per night.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Ocean Pacific Lodge.

Property is also known as

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Santa Cruz
Pacific Lodge
Pacific Ocean Lodge
Ocean Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to the airport?

Ocean Pacific Lodge is 17 mi (27-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

As of Jul 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Pacific Lodge on Aug 17, 2026 start from CA $145, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Pacific Lodge.

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Cowell's Beach and 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge offer free breakfast?

Ocean Pacific Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have a pool?

Ocean Pacific Lodge features an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 1 to April 1.

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ocean Pacific Lodge to downtown Santa Cruz?

Ocean Pacific Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Ocean Pacific Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 869 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1484 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, great parking and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before and its always has been a wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is nice and clean. Great location, Staff is very cool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, always a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 yrs in between stays, just as good as i remembered it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly motel, close to the beach and boardwalk, and walking distance to lots of restaurants and other businesses. Very reasonably priced for the location- we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Awesome hotel! Super Clean and close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely return- great location, pet friendly, spacious room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but clean and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had great stay. The room layout worked out perfectly for our family! This place was clean and had great proximity to the wharf & boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service
Location is great, beds were fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Hot tub could have been warmer but nice clean motel staff great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place it was close to everthing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a property that you can tell the staff work hard to keep clean and nice. This was our third stay as a family and we will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

jan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Just OK front desk was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool/Hot tub were great. Washer and dryer on the second floor is convenient. Five minute walk to the beach/boardwalk/pier. Great spot and affordably priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking felt safe, everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean. Hotel is local to all the spots.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean and conveniently located on bay strip . Nice pool and hot tub. Will stay again !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay everytime!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff. Walkable access to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was clean. It was nice that there were a washer and dryer. I would have liked if breakfast was included, but other amenities like free parking and great location made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026