Travelers find serenity in the garden or sauna at this peaceful retreat, where the attentive staff excel at helping guests discover the surrounding natural wonders.
Just minutes from Monterey Bay, Mission Inn offers a complimentary continental breakfast and a tranquil garden setting. Guests can rejuvenate in the sauna or spa tub, enjoy free WiFi, and benefit from the staff's praised local knowledge.
Located near the beach, Mission Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Mission Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
A computer station, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
Meeting rooms, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
Free newspapers and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 53 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Hot tub
Sauna
Family friendly
Crib (surcharge)
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
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
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Crib (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Is Mission Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mission Inn?
As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mission Inn on Aug 23, 2026 start from $173, 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.
What time is check-in at Mission Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Mission Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Mission Inn located?
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Swift Street Courtyard and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
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
Mission Inn Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Room was comfortable and clean! Staff were friendly. Stayed here with my family and it was a great hotel to stay at. I loved how close it was to the stores and restaurants and boardwalk!
Hot tub was perfect in every way. Surrounded by beautiful plants. A little noisy with the carwash across the street. Jetted tub in room also loud when on although without the jets it was wonderful. Overall great location, helpful staff & would go gback.
The place was clean and functional. It wasn't as nice as the pictures made it look. It's an old motel thats been updated. The included breakfast was very bad and minimal.
It was nice and tidy, pretty warm even with the AC on. The bathroom door in our room did not really work and would not close properly. We slept comfortably and the breakfast was nice.
The inn and rooms were clean, but can use some new paint or renovation as it looked overall old. The winner is the free breakfast particularly the waffles! The waffles and syrup were beyond expectation LOL. Rebecca at the front desk was helpful and the fact that there's an actual human being 24/7 was reassuring. Overall I would recommend this place.
We really liked this place. We stayed for 4 nights. It is ideally located for the things we wanted to do and was clean and comfortable. The staff was very helpful. It was a great stay,
Ralph
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Erica
Jul 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall it was a very solid place to stay. Comfy beds, clean rooms and clearly they made a real effort to make the best of their hotel. Even though the hotel is on a busy street that doesn’t appear to be in a tight knit neighborhood, it’s actually really close to a lot of cool hip restaurants and central to many destinations. The hot tub is cute but needs some love. The air conditioning unit, which I could manually turn on and off, would cool the room in cycles which didn’t really work well given the comforter was so hot. For two nights the covers were either too hot (when the air conditioner was not active), and just warm enough which I found was disruptive for sleep. Other than someone’s dog barking too early in the morning, rooms were quiet.
Clean property, and well maintained. Its santa cruz, so the neighborhood is what it is. The hot tub was great and the breakfast was pretty standard continental with some extras added in. The location is nice and central for whatever your plans in town might be
Joshua
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Kristine
Feb 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, Comfortable bed and pillows, charming garden courtyard
Jennifer checked us in, and she was wonderful! So sweet and welcoming!!! Our room was clean and spacious! Hotel is located within walking distance to stores and restaurants!! We would absolutely stay here again!