Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Property class: 2.5

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A short walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area provides amenities like free continental breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade, Efficiency)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs. There are framed pictures on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Located on the boardwalk/promenade, Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Map
314 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    9 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    6 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    1 min walk
  • High Tide
    7 min walk
  • Brews At The Beach
    5 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

  • Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
    • Free self parking
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
    • ATM/banking services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area on Nov 15, 2026 start from $103, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Cruz Main Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Monterey Bay. Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Very comfortable beds. Great location to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at this cute little hotel. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient walking distance to the boardwalk and they have complimentary breakfast and my daughter lived the pool .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location! A lil more variety on breakfast. Very quiet at night… Overall a good experience. We will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location by the boardwalk was good. Parking or lack of was an issue. Room was pretty spacious however it was very warm where the beds are. The furniture needs to be updated. Too expensive for the quality
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay was great property was clean just one thing that they have the cleaning cart on the hallways and it has a smell cleaning lady just leaves cart around the room they should put it away in storage room kuz it was kept out all night
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to the boardwalk , great staff etc.. shower was not working well. Weak water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was nice room was clean and beds were comfortable. Very thin walls bring a sound machine to sleep and I had to keep adjusting the water as it kept changing with people getting a shower . Standard beach hotel. High cost staying near the beach with a basic room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, polite staff, decent breakfast selection, close to the beach and boardwalk. No lift if you have mobility problems ask for a ground floor room, I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast same two days in a row still good and kept up pretty well Loved Santa Cruz Mexican restaurant right next to it is really good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very close to The Boardwalk! Breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, good breakfast, good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and they allowed me to check in early. Very quick and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, breakfast was decent and it was a very short walk to the Boardwalk
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to the boardwalk, super convenient and close if you are vacationing for the boardwalk and beach and 5 minute driving to Santa Cruz downtown and metro center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean room. Very modernized! Good continental breakfast...waffles and sausages! Will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was very limited, but the room was clean, staff was very helpful and the breakfast provided was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the location is perfect to walk all around the Boardwalk and Wharf!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent customer service by Comfort Inn staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the beach, Boardwalk and Downtown Santa Cruz, local restaurants, great housekeeping because the room was spotless, comfy beds and in good condition, had a coffee maker, refrigerator and microwave, property well maintained and quiet, simple but ample options for free breakfast, staff was friendly and helpful, rates were reasonable for our weekend stay, would stay here again and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025