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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge – Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Ocean Pacific Lodge

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% nonsmoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Free on-site parking is available at this pet-friendly motel. All guest rooms are equipped with a microwave, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator. A TV and free local calls are also included. Ocean Pacific Lodge features an outdoor pool, seasonally heated, and a hot tub. Guests can take advantage of the coin-operated laundry facilities. The Santa Cruz Wharf, offering boating tours, shopping and dining, is 2 blocks from the Ocean Pacific Lodge. The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) is also nearby.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 1785 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We have stayed here many times over the years but this time we noticed how dated the hotel is now. Our room smelled musty and the ac didn’t work well. It kept rattling through the night. No fans in the bathroom to take the mositure out of the air when you shower. Notice rust in the bathroom above the shower. The hot tub had dirt embedded in the floor. My husband was walking near the hot tub and walked on a steel little pipe sticking out of the cement. We will most likely not stay here anymore. Sad this was a great place to stay before. Hotel owner is not investing in it anymore.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Walking distance to boardwalk

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The rooms were nice but had a funky smell that just didn’t go away.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel was overall a great value for and older hotel. Rooms were clean, property was well maintained, staff were extremely friendly and it is a great location. We were able to walk everywhere. The only reason I gave four stars is the bathroom was very small and outdated. It had no fan and the faucet on the shower was broken. The latch lock on the room door was also broken which I like for added safely in hotels. Overall we had a great stay and would go back.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    i’m staying here for years. I love this place. Great staff very clean and conveniently located in near downtown and the boardwalk.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The room smelled moldy and the heater /Ac smelled nasty when turned on. My 8 and 5 year complained about the smell.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Our room was clean, beds comfy, pool & hot tubs clean w/towels provided, and check-in & out was quick. A little pricey in relation to quality of accommodations, but I think the area & season allow the higher prices.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice place for a fair value, close to the beach, restaurants, and soccer fields across the street great for the kids.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Overall good. Stayed for one night the biggest complain is the uncomfortable flat pillows. It was quiet at night and felt safe and clean.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Found hair in random places. The bathroom were stained like it hadn't been cleaned, it is walking distance to the boardwalk so we liked that very much. The Indian staff wasn't very friendly to us. Overall, I give this hotel a solid 3.5. It can be better starting with the bathroom. It really needs to be scrubbed and sanitized.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We loved it here!!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Was nice to stay in this hote

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Thank you so mucfor the stay Eva

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Basic, confortable hôtel, excellent location across from Kennedy fields and short walk from the beach. AC in room. Bathroom could do with an update. There were loads of sand in the hot tub and jets didn't work, but that was the guest's fault and the staff cleaned the next morning.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I didn't like the cleaning service

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Easy access to the wharf and road for travel. Quick 15 walk to down town as well. Onsite parking was nice and the pool was lovely.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The best thing about this lodge is it's location. It's right in the midst of Santa Cruz. Minutes from the Boardwalk. I liked that everything was close and easy to get to.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I dig places like this with super close access to the beach, comfortable beds and free parking. It’s not updated but seems to be maintained well and kept clean. Very happy with our stay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great pool and hot tubs 2). Also very attentive service.

Frequently asked questions about Ocean Pacific Lodge

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Ocean Pacific Lodge offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Ocean Pacific Lodge offer parking?
Yes, Ocean Pacific Lodge offers free parking on-site.
Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Ocean Pacific Lodge offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Ocean Pacific Lodge have a fitness center?
Ocean Pacific Lodge does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Ocean Pacific Lodge located, and how walkable is the area?
Ocean Pacific Lodge is located at 301 Pacific Avenue, 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 Ocean Pacific Lodge
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.6 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 9.7 mi

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