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Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Gate Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:30 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Ocean Gate Inn

The Ocean Gate Inn is ideally located in the heart of Santa Cruz! Each room includes a balcony with a view, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. An elevator is available at the property. A 24-hour front desk is provided. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is less than 0.6 mi away from Ocean Gate Inn. Mineta San José International Airport is 33 mi away from the property.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

3.5 / 5
Great 1002 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Loved the balcony. Loved the staff especially Bob. He was so kind and reassuring. Inn is so close to the board walk and the view is amazing. I would definitely go again

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I stayed with my partner and another couple, and with this group was able to get a really good overall price on the stay. Furthermore, the room (a double queen room with a balcony) was more than spacious and easily accommodated all four of us without any problem. Worth noting however was some wetness on the bathroom floor as well as a sink that would clog, both of which made the stay slightly less pleasant but weren't too bad. Overall, the price, quality, kind staff, and location right next to the most fun parts of Santa Cruz (for a tourist like myself) made this a very enjoyable experience, which I would recommend to anyone seeking a trip there that can stay in a comfortable budget!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    It was nice. I am wheelchair bound and the disability access room needs these improvements: Automatic door that I can open and close by myself. I had to ask staff to come open and close the door every time I left or returned. The space between the bed and the rest of the furniture and room needs to be expanded.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Convenient location, walkable to the beach, can be noisy till very late because it's close to the road and boardwalk.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    the location and the friendly staff.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Bob and his crew were great! Willing to help if anything came up. Was walking distance from the Boardwalk. Thanks again Bob!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Disappointing

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location. Clean and updated rooms!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    There were many things I did not like about this hotel. We had a balcony but the screen wouldn't stay in. The air conditioner barely worked. The toilet rocked when you sat on it. The room was not clean. Never again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    great value close to boardwalk

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Staff was friendly and room was nice and clean

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    They charged me $20 a day for an extra vehicle which is okay but they only want it cash only which was very odd to me which I barely carry anymore I had to argue with the management to take a credit card which they did it just made me think that they were not trying to do for some odd reason

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    No breakfast

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean, nice staff, and close to boardwalk.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Thank you very helpful staff . But frequently loud door slamming noises

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location, very nice staff The bed and pillows were uncomfortable and hard and the space was overall a bit run down and dated.

Frequently asked questions about Ocean Gate Inn

Does Ocean Gate Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Ocean Gate Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Ocean Gate Inn offer parking?
Yes, Ocean Gate Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Ocean Gate Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Ocean Gate Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Santa Cruz, see business hotels in Santa Cruz.
Does Ocean Gate Inn have a fitness center?
Ocean Gate Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Ocean Gate Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Ocean Gate Inn is located at 111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. With a Walk Score of 83, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Ocean Gate Inn
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.9 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 9.1 mi

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