Title: Carousel Beach Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6666&destination=Santa+Cruz%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=18732933&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Carousel Beach Inn Travelers find their rhythm steps away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, where a convenient inn serves continental breakfast to start the day right - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Carousel Beach Inn, by the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offers a lively base for coastal adventures. Guests enjoy continental breakfast before exploring, then return to rooms with free WiFi. Self parking makes day trips along the coast hassle-free. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=18732933&PinnedHotelID=18732933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/onekey__standard__always_light.svg) Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Carousel-Beach-Inn.h18732933.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Carousel-Beach-Inn.h18732933.Hotel-Information) ## About the neighborhood Located near the beach, Carousel Beach Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Sky Glider and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Inns in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.com/Santa-Cruz-Inns.d6666-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.96514%2C-122.01767&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=luMlYQXw15esUCguBtyFmDAHhvY=) 110 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 ### What's nearby - ![Famous surfing beach town! California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/86ce10b1-7f0c-424b-bfee-26cbbec81a2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![0_101070739](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065913/e3360ab9-a54d-436a-babf-59649cbc6bbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Main Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351808/ef056b2b-5188-40e2-985c-ead470ec0f72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ocean Street 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Pier at Santa Cruz, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209895/eb65cea1-184a-499c-ae20-633fad3592be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Cruz Wharf 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Santa Cruz Main Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - Ideal Bar & Grill 7 min walk - Boardwalk Bowl 4 min walk - The Picnic Basket 7 min walk - Marea Sol 5 min walk - Coaster's Lounge 4 min walk ## About this property ### Carousel Beach Inn Inn near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Carousel Beach Inn provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at Carousel Beach Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Balconies or patios, on-request microwaves, and rollaway/extra beds ## Similar properties ![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Bahia Hotel and Spa Westside Santa Cruz - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet friendly 9.6 Exceptional 158 reviews $254 nightly $285 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=116228420&PinnedHotelID=116228420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Westside Santa Cruz - Pool - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 1,229 reviews $147 nightly $169 total Apr 5 - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast ### Family friendly - In-room crib - Microwave on request - Refrigerator on request - Rollaway/extra bed ### 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. - Braille/raised signage - Wheelchair-accessible parking ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Crib - Rollaway/extra bed ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Microwave on request - Refrigerator on request ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Special check-in instructions An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available Cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts credit cards ### Property is also known as Carousel Beach Inn Inn Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz Carousel Beach Inn Inn Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carousel Beach Inn pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Carousel Beach Inn located? ## Have a question? 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