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Sea & Sand Inn

Sea & Sand Inn
Sea & Sand Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Sea & Sand Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Sea & Sand Inn

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle. Each room offers a sea view, fireplace, TV, mini fridge and microwave. Guests of Inn Sea & Sand can enjoy a hot breakfast with fresh baked goods, boiled eggs, yogurt parfaits, coffee, tea and juice. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 5 minutes’ walk away from Sea & Sand Inn. The University of California Santa Cruz is 2 miles away. 150 feet from beach to beachfront.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 489 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location private and romantic Could use a ac

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The grounds were wonderful, great views, fire pits etc. Loved the wine and cheese evenings. Gas fire in the room for cold evenings. We had a regular room, could have been a bit more spacious, otherwise very good.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Loved that it was on the ocean and you could hear the waves as you fell asleep. Very nice breakfast with eggs and bacon , bagels, cereal: It’s very expensive for the room you get.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The view and location are perfect! Little touches by the staff (wine, cheese, cookies) made this stay feel so special! No complaints.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Beautiful ocean views The breakfast was low quality

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was great to listen to the surf from our room! Parking and exiting the property were a little difficult but still very acceptable!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The location is great in terms of its access to the beach and walks in the West Cliff neighborhood along the ocean. The breakfast was above average, including yogurt parfaits, good coffee, and water with fresh oranges. The cleaning and kitchen staff were wonderful. The location is both a plus and minus since there is so much traffic on the road outside, and some drivers insist on playing loud music as they pass. It was not always easy to find the person at the front desk, and there was not always any real back-up if you had a question or wanted change.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Staff was so friendly, loved the fire pits outside and the beautiful view of the ocean

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Views were incredible. The property was well maintained No beach access. Rooms were small and of average quality. No in room coffee

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The views from the walkway and terraces was beautiful! We paid over $600/night. It was worth $250 because of the view. The rooms were like very basic motel rooms. The night stands were scratched and dented. You got thin plastic glasses in plastic wrap in your room. The breakfast was like a Hampton in for 1/3 the price. There is no AC. You can open your window but there is an outdoor walkway 4 feet from your bed.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    No AC or big fan

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Loved everything. Apart from great location, lovely big room, great view, nice fire for the cold evenings, we loved the special touch of the afternoon tea/ coffee in the lounge and the early evening wine and cheese, and also a great breakfast. The garden and terraces are fabulous. All great

Frequently asked questions about Sea & Sand Inn

Does Sea & Sand Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Sea & Sand Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Sea & Sand Inn offer parking?
Yes, Sea & Sand Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Sea & Sand Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Sea & Sand Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Santa Cruz, see business hotels in Santa Cruz.
Does Sea & Sand Inn have a fitness center?
Sea & Sand Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Sea & Sand Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Sea & Sand Inn is located at 201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. With a Walk Score of 76, 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 Sea & Sand Inn
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.9 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 9.8 mi

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