Seaway Inn

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Seaway Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a mirror, a window with blinds, and a wooden accent wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall with a textured pattern.

King Queen Combo

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a decorative wall.

Panoramic Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 168 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a microwave, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, Seaway Inn is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    3 min walk
  • Makai Island Kitchen
    9 min walk
  • Shrine Coffee
    11 min walk
  • Las Palmas Taco Bar
    4 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    6 min walk

About this property

Seaway Inn

  • Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf
  • Located close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, Seaway Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Self parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and concierge services
    • Smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Seaway Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and mini fridges

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Frequently asked questions

Is Seaway Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Seaway Inn?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaway Inn on Oct 27, 2026 start from $117, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Seaway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Seaway Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaway Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Seaway Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 317 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and rooms were very nice. Staff was excellent, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was very nice and the staff was friendly. The problem was the view. I asked for a panoramic ocean view. I paid almost $300 for the room and I got a panoramic view of the street with a peekaboo view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and parking was right outside. Everything worked out well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is a great value. The rooms are well maintained and
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel very close to the beach. The staff is very helpful and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to have fun at the beach with dogs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, able to walk to the beach, pier, ans Boardwalk. The rooms are stylish and nice. The parking is cramped and on a slope,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, friendly and really convenient location with a nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, kind staff, ocean view, great location. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff. Room is ample but may be a bit small for some.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful time here in this charming, small hotel. Quiet with free parking and wifi and a quick walk down a short hill to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

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This place was cute but overpriced. The location was excellent but the parking situation was not great and there was not great communication about it either. The rooms are cute clean and comfortable however there are no other perks no pool hot tub or any other amenities. Walkable to everything downtown though, so that’s a big plus. Not sure if I would stay here again but it was fine for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect, little hotel within a quick walking distance to the Boardwalk, Pier, and beaches. Room was spacious and everything appeared updated. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very dog friendly. We could easily walk to the beach, boardwalk, restaurants, and wharf.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved this little hotel. Very walkable area. Really cute small rooms. Shower was big. Staff was helpful and kind. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean, nicely renovated room. Easy to park, SUPER walkable! A bit of street noise but quieted off after quiet hours. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were spacious and clean. The close proximity to the beach made for a very relaxing place to spend a couple of days. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Updated and Very Clean. Attentive and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great find! Excellent location. Super service minded staff and spotless hotel. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location, recently remodeled, new furnishings, professional and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had an amazing time staying at the Seaway Inn. The room was clean and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a beautiful room with a gorgeous beach view. Staff was very friendly and helpful and it is close to the beach. I highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026