Motel in Santa Cruz, CA
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this motel
This central Santa Cruz hotel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.
Amenities at Drift Inn, LLC
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Heating
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Family friendly
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Map of Santa Cruz, CA
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Room was walking distance to the boardwalk, we were able to go back to our room, get something to eat and walk back to the beach. We saved money on parking AND food!
Everything was fine- a second tv would have been a little better but not necessary.
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
The room looked a bit outdated but it was very comfortable. While we only spent one night here as we were road tripping along the Highway 1, the room also includes a separate kitchen space and a writing desk for a longer stay. The lady at the reception was very kind as well. All in all, a stay that offers good value for money if you’re passing by the area.
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
Clean, everything was fine
No negative experiences
6 / 10Average·May 2026
The staff was quite helpful and pleasant taking care of needs.
Unfortunately for some reason the manger wasn't around so we never got a receipt for our stay. Also it wasn't as clean as in the past. Mainly the walls, important things were clean tho,
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Top rated by guests
8.1Excellent
(829 Ratings)
"Room was walking distance to the boardwalk, we were able to go back to our room, get something to eat and walk back to the beach. We saved money on parking AND food!"
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