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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz – Santa Cruz, CA
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation. A flat-screen TV with DirecTV cable service is included in each guest room at the Fireside Inn. An private bathroom is provided. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 5 minutes' drive away from Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling . Mystery Spot is 10 minutes' drive from the property. Santa Cruz city center and Municipal Wharf are less than 10 minutes' walk away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

3.6 / 5
Great 1001 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Going to the boardwalk, we stayed most of our time there. But we did use the room to rest and sleep in. Since we arrived early, they did allow us to park there for an extra fee, which we didn’t mind. The staff were very helpful as well. We were very close to the boardwalk and don’t really have anything negative to say about it. We will definitely be staying here when we return.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This room was bare bones. The METAL bed frame sounded like we were sleeping inside a garbage can. There was no coffee maker and the volume of stairs required to just get to your room was over the top. The television was very poor quality and the remote was missing the back. There was no alarm clock. In general the room was disappointing.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Super close to the Boardwalk. Basic hotel. Good AC. Bed was lumpy, but room overall was clean and decent for location and price.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Excellent

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very clean the staff was very nice and the view to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk was amazing .

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room was clean and comfy

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Rooms are extremely basic. Beds are not comfortable. The location is what you’re paying for. Can’t beat the walk to and from the boardwalk.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The only thing we liked was the distance to the boardwalk. Other than that, the rest was tolerable at best.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    staff wad wonderful. parking was horrible.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel property is hilly and may be challenging for someone who is disabled.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The location is spectacular. Wharf, boardwalk and beach all 1-2 blocks. Staff was friendly and so helpful, really outstanding. Rooms were comfy and equipped with microwave and fridge.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Unfortunately, this year's experience was completely different. The man in the office was rude, hostile, and questioned me as if I wasn't a paying guest. To make matters worse, the room was dirty, the floors had clearly not been cleaned, and there was an unpleasant smell. It was very disappointing to see such a decline in both customer service and cleanliness. Sadly, I will not be returning.It doesn’t matter how close it is to boardwalk if the experience isn’t pleasant

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very minimal place; the owner was pretty ornery.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very friendly staff. The location is excellent.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Was a 3 min walk to the Boardwalk and shopping places

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Good place close by the boardwalk and pier, all within walking distance.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Close to the boardwalk. Use Groupon for tickets to unlimited rides and attractions. The rooms are nice and clean. I suggest a better shower head/pressure.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room we got was definitely good for the price! The boardwalk was a 5-minute walk away! Parking at this location is a little tight but the staff member that was there when we got there showed us where to park (we had to parallel park into the space he wanted us to park in) but everything else about the property was great!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Nothing to said and it’s all good

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It is a good hotel clean the staff is friend shops and bahía is very closed is nice to walk to sea

Frequently asked questions about Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offer parking?
Yes, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers free parking on-site.
Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Santa Cruz, see business hotels in Santa Cruz.
Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz have a fitness center?
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Fireside Inn Santa Cruz located, and how walkable is the area?
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is located at 311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. With a Walk Score of 89, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.8 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 9.5 mi

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