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Ocean Gate Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Exterior
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Street view
Ocean Gate Inn offers a quiet retreat steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi and appreciate the convenience of self parking. The 24-hour front desk is staffed by helpful team members who consistently earn praise from previous visitors.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard King, View, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 362 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Ocean Gate Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Wharf and University of California, Santa Cruz are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ocean Gate Inn

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and Natural Bridges State Park, Ocean Gate Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ocean Gate Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving later than 10 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Gate Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Gate Inn?

As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Gate Inn on Nov 4, 2025 start from $97.49, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Ocean Gate Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ocean Gate Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 1001 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Owner was very pleasant and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great stay,view and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malakai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. place was as expected
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice digs

The man on duty was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Disliked: Amenities
Not the hotel’s fault, but the folks in the room next to me were loud until really late and it made for poor sleep. Otherwise, just an average hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Koichi

Liked: Cleanliness
サンタクルーズのビーチまで徒歩10分　駐車場無料　バルコニー付きで部屋も清潔です。 川の向こう側のホテルの値段が高いので コスパも良いです。マイナス点はホテル前の道路の交通量が多いので騒音が気になるかも
キングベッドの部屋
外観
部屋からの景色
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all really enjoyed staying here very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

isaias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely look forward in staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The singular staff member was creepy and made me feel uneasy. The back of the hotel over looks private residents who's yards are just packed with literal trash. The walls were dirty and there were unknown dirty splashes on the walls in the bathroom. The only positive thing I have to say is that the rooms themselves were very large .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevator not working room on the 4 the floor- loud and noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. They are the sweetest ever
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice place to stay with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Consistently Nice

Always comfortable and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend getaway

We had a great time! Location is superb and easy access to the beach and other areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room here and super friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Goodtimes

Had an amazing weekend at this hotel staff was excellent room was awesome and it was a decent walking distance to the boardwalk and the price wasn't that bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The price was outrageous for what the room looked like! Dirty not kept up. I just can’t believe how people can charge this amount and the place is a dump! It should be clean at the minimum, they should take pride in there property not just for the money!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, space is safe. A favorite of ours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love our stay

Very clean very easy to check in very comfortable and very close to all the festive needs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was adequate for a couple of nights stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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