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Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Hitching Post Studios Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Hitching Post Studios Inn

This Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 5.3 mi from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels. The rooms at Hitching Post Studios Inn offer free local telephone calls. They are furnished with coffee facilities, a microwave and a refrigerator while select rooms provide a kitchenette with dining area. Natural Bridges State Beach is 4.3 mi from the Hitching Post Studios Inn. The motel is minutes from Capitola Village.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 438 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    No. Just, no. Wouldn’t recommend. Please try renovating again. Maybe it’ll work the next time.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    They gave me the wrong room and the mattress were really uncomfortable.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The best thig about this place is the location, it's an alright place to crash for a night or two, but don't expect much, not real clean, not real dirty, hardly any water pressure, kind of quiet, neighbors had their AC cranking much of the night/morning.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I like that we could park right in front of our room. It had a kitchen but no pots and pans or utensils of any kind. Kind of a waste to offer a kitchen but the person staying has to provide all cookware. Ridiculous. Some of the cupboards were painted shut, but could see from the one that was open it was empty. We only had two plates and a bowl. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. Also, only thin blankets on the beds. UGH!!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The manager of the hotel was very welcoming and helpful. The property is an older property, but has been upgraded and taken care of. The room we stayed in was clean. It did, however, need some refreshing to the paint and furnishings. Unfortunately, during our stay we had loud neighbors on both sides. I spoke with the manager, and he was responsive and helpful.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    But… the room and shower were nice; except the a/c is pointed right at the head of the bed. It’s a good room for $70 a night

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room was very clean, roomy and comfortable. Staff was great. Parking not so great. WiFi kept going in and out, which wouldn’t have been a problem if I was getting better phone reception.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Quick and easy stop, ac ran cool on a really hot day. Sort of noisy cross street but that can't be helped. Other than that an easy and inexpensive motel to stay in driving up or down the coast.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Disappointed. The office smells like urine. The rooms are not clean. No hair dryer provided.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The bedding was horrible. I was genuinely worried it would have bedbugs just looking at it.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Was with my kids and felt safe

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The price was right for what you got. Nothing special. They use some sort of cleaner in the rooms that has a cheap smell to it. So that was awful. Usually the cheaper hotels use product. There is a kitchen, stove, microwave, but Absoultly no dishes, no silverware and no glasses, no pots or pans. So you can’t use any of it, besides what they give you for the coffee maker. Paper cups. The bed was so so. Old. The pillows (3) were bad so I had to stack all three to make a pillow. The bathroom was clean and plenary of Towels, but the towels were old. So again for the price it was ok, but I don’t think I will stay here again. Just not for me. Guess you get what you pay for.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Located a short distance from the ocean, the Hitching Post was a very comfortable and quiet place to stay. Pricing is very reasonable.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean rooms, kitchen , plenty of parking

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The Kind Studio with Kitchen was great! While there are no dishes or utensils supplied automatically, we asked and were given a tote full of a few items which was enough for us to enjoy meals in the room rather than eating in a restaurant. The room was very clean, spacious and bright. We also really enjoyed the outdoor space (patio with table and chairs). Staff was friendly and helpful as well. I would highly recommend this hotel to others visiting the area.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great stay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Absolutely Love This Place! Stay here every time I am in town and recommend it to everyone I know. This is a family friendly place to stay where you can still have family dinners while on vacation. Amazing Owners who remember you and warmly welcome you on your return ❤️

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the check-in was fast and easy

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was nice with a full kitchen no carpet very clean. Would go back there again for sure.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was very clean and the property was quiet even though near a busy street. Our stay was short, 3 days, but next time we will be able to stay longer.

Frequently asked questions about Hitching Post Studios Inn

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Hitching Post Studios Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Hitching Post Studios Inn offer parking?
Yes, Hitching Post Studios Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Hitching Post Studios Inn offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Hitching Post Studios Inn have a fitness center?
Hitching Post Studios Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Hitching Post Studios Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Hitching Post Studios Inn is located at 1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. With a Walk Score of 83, 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 Hitching Post Studios Inn
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 3.3 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 8.0 mi

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