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Seaway Inn

Santa Cruz, California

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 397 m to Main Beach and 923 m to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 4.7 km to Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Near shopping centersOnly 1.4 km to Pacific Garden Mall

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 211 m to Santa Cruz Wharf and 2.8 km to Santa Cruz Harbor

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4.5/5

FantasticFrom 79 reviews

5.0/525 May 2026

Daniel • Couple Trip

Clean room, kind staff, ocean view, great location. I'd stay there again.

5.0/522 May 2026

Suzanne • Family Trip

I’ve stayed at the Seaway Inn off and on for more than 30 years. It’s a beautiful, updated smaller property that is near the Santa Cruz Pier and Boardwalk. It’s had different owners over the years and has been updated. The beds, and pillows are very comfortable. The rooms are spacious, and very quiet. You don’t really hear the street noise but can hear the waves from the ocean. Our king room offered a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee. The staff are friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Thank you for another wonderful visit.

5.0/519 May 2026

Erica

I had a beautiful room with a gorgeous beach view. Staff was very friendly and helpful and it is close to the beach. I highly recommend

5.0/517 May 2026

Lamar • Couple Trip

Adorable hotel! The room was so cute. Close to the pier and boardwalk. Great price!

5.0/516 May 2026

Lorena

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5.0/530 Apr 2026

Priti

Excellent staff, clean and really beautifully decorated room. Close to the beach.

5.0/525 Apr 2026

Michele • Couple Trip

Great location. Free parking. Clean room and friendly staff.

5.0/520 Apr 2026

Rosa • Trip with Friends

Great find! Excellent location. Super service minded staff and spotless hotel. Would stay again!

5.0/518 Apr 2026

Deja • Couple Trip

Very customer focused and a beautiful place to stay!

5.0/513 Apr 2026

Linda • Family Trip

Rooms were spacious and clean. The close proximity to the beach made for a very relaxing place to spend a couple of days. I would stay there again.

5.0/58 Apr 2026

Jeffrey

Had an amazing time staying at the Seaway Inn. The room was clean and beautiful

5.0/57 Apr 2026

Stephen • Solo Trip

Location, location…

5.0/52 Apr 2026

Teresa • Family Trip

Easy parking, easy walk to Boardwalk and the pier

5.0/523 Mar 2026

Andrea • Family Trip

Amazing place

5.0/522 Mar 2026

Laura • Solo Trip

great location, recently remodeled, new furnishings, professional and polite staff.

5.0/519 Mar 2026

Kristin • Family Trip

Cute and clean

5.0/59 Mar 2026

George • Couple Trip

The hotel is in an amazing location. The room was clean and comfortable. We were able to see the ocean from the shared balcony. Tyler at the front desk, made us feel welcomed and safe upon arrival, he was great!!!!! Perfect location for any plans, the boardwalk, restaurants and shopping! The price was way better than expected given the location. I will definitely be staying here again, sooner rather than later. 😊

5.0/58 Mar 2026

Maria

Staff friendly and professional

5.0/53 Mar 2026

Janet • Family Trip

This little gem is perfectly located right at the boardwalk. It has been renovated with modern finishes and comfortable beds. Easy motel style parking right outside your door.

5.0/529 Jan 2026

Michael • Couple Trip

Nice newly remodeled large rooms and large tile showers

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Wheelchair Accessible

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Smoke-free Property

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Patio or terrace

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Free WiFi

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176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, US

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Accommodation Rules

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Please note that parking is subject to availability and limited to 1 parking spot per room.Please note the Resort Amenity Fee includes the cost of parking, WiFi, and printing and faxing.Rooms can accommodate dogs under 50 lbs (22.7 kg). Maximum of two dogs. Dog fee is 50 USD per pet, per night plus tax.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in4:00 PM-10:30 PM

Check-out11:00

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

The front desk is open during the following times:

Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Parking height restrictions apply.
Contactless check-out is available.

About Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn Location
With a stay at Seaway Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be steps from Santa Cruz Wharf and 9 minutes by foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Monterey Bay and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Seaway Inn Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Seaway Inn Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - Thu, 27 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children