Experience the laid-back vibe of Santa Cruz at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA. Relax with a cup of coffee in the lobby and connect to WiFi or take advantage of express check-out when you're on the go. The multilingual staff is ready to help.
Reviews
5.85.8 out of 10
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Non-smoking
24/7 front desk
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (6)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Vending machine
Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Blackout curtains
Pets allowed
Free self-parking
The current price is NZ$134
NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Highlights
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Highlights
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
19 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
University of California, Santa Cruz - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 23 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 41 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Mariannes Ice Cream - 1 min walk
Jack in the Box - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Taqueria Los Pericos - 8 min walk
About this property
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and scuba-diving. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
28 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only, 2 total)
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Free bikes nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Cleaning deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?
Yes, cats and dogs stay for free, with a limit of 2 total.
Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 35.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and sailing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway hire.
What's the area around Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA like?
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA is in Westside Santa Cruz, a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Street and 9 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue.
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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews
Reviews
5.8
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6.2/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
5.2/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 February 2025
Better than expected
Much better than expected. Nice large walk-in shower and new bathroom. Clean remodel done with quality. Comfortable mattress larger of mini refrigerator with separate freezer. Beside the narrow layout of the structure n parking lot of an old school motel extra parking in the rear.
Kurt
Kurt, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
5 September 2024
Would stay again.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
16 February 2025
Dont do it
The property was dirty, tweakers everywhere. There was a dirty syringe on the ground my dog almost stepped on it. Told the owner and he dis nothing about it. Didn't even try and pic it up. Stayed there sll hole trip. Room was also very dirty. We had to do are own cleaning to feel comfortable. Will never say at this location or recommend to anyone
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2024
It was pretty clean very close to the board walk easy parking... room kinda small but big enough, staff was helpful
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Nice staff and small remodel hotel. Great parking and walking distance for shopping.
Vianey
Vianey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
So quiet and peaceful very clean room
Emani
Emani, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2024
Clean and reasonably priced.
Soila
Soila, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 August 2024
Great
Jeremey
Jeremey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 August 2024
The rooms are real little but I enjoyed my stay. It was very quiet. I liked that
Trice
Trice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2023
Great stay
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Great
Jordan
Jordan, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 April 2024
This Motel 6 has nice grounds, was clean, comfortable and relatively quiet. Check in staff was friendly.
Joanie
Joanie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 July 2024
Had everything I needed.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
I recommend staying here for short stays or trying to budget, It was clean for the most part though the bathroom floor was a bit dirty/dusty but nothing major. The wifi was a bit slow at times but overall this was definitely a great deal and I would stay here again for the price. If you're looking for something cheap but worth the money I would stay here it was a nice stay.
Amaya
Amaya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Nice job on the remodeling...looks great! Thank you for a great stay and customer service.
Vianey
Vianey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2024
It's was a good experience and glad to find out deposit was a lot less than what it said online but was a nice short stay nothing to complain about
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
29 November 2024
The motel was quiet and clean and safe. The room was a little overpriced, pretty small for 2 beds but good enough.
The expedia page says "Coffee and tea in common areas". There was no coffee, and the common area was locked.
No one was there when I checked out at 8:30 AM and needed to ask about my deposit. That doesn't qualify as a "24-hour front desk". Also, there was no mention about a $50 deposit other than a handwritten note taped to the glass which I didn't notice until after the card had been authorized.
Nathanael
Nathanael, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 June 2024
It was comfortable and quite
Carla
Carla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2024
This place was spectacular. The staff here from management to maintenance were absolutely fantastic. It was very clean, being rebuilt, and more important it is pet friendly. I will look forward to my next stay…
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2024
A nice stay
I liked it the guy at the front real chill 😎 and super helpful the property itself is a nice lil spot I honestly can’t say anything bad about it I would most definitely recommend this motel 6 the shower feel like heaven somebody got that pressure on point 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hassan
Hassan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
6 September 2024
Noisy because nearly to the road
gerson
gerson, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
6 September 2024
Loud and noisy
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
2 September 2024
The place was quiet, and the bed was comfortable. The cleanliness is what I wasn’t happy about, the floors, walls, and bathroom were dirty. If the cleanliness was better I would have given it a good rating.