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Sea & Sand Inn

Sea & Sand Inn
Sea & Sand Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Sea & Sand Inn – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Sea & Sand Inn

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle. Each room offers a sea view, fireplace, TV, mini fridge and microwave. Guests of Inn Sea & Sand can enjoy a hot breakfast with fresh baked goods, boiled eggs, yogurt parfaits, coffee, tea and juice. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 5 minutes’ walk away from Sea & Sand Inn. The University of California Santa Cruz is 2 miles away. The inn is on the beachfront.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 526 reviews
  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    The view

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    We love this place because it is so quiet. There is limited rooms so it is semi private. Happy hour is always relaxing with wine and cheese overlooking the ocean. Cant think of anything

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    I would give this property 10/10 if one event would not happen—our reclining brand new chair located on the property next to our room door / on the patio, was stolen withing the first 2 hrs after we were roomed. The property gated but less safe than camping. I liked everything with an exception of safety.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Beautiful location, view, breakfast. Nothing

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Proximity to all Very small ceramic cup, i need to go down to refill it x3

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Everything Nothing we didn’t like

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Beautiful and quiet Parking

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Fabulous sea view. Fabulous breakfast, Afternoon homemade cookies, happy hour with wine and snacks, very helpful friendly staff on reception. Good discount on Boardwalk wristband too. Highly recommend

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location, amenities, view - far above expectations! Don’t let roadside appearance fool you! Nothing! I loved the staff, friendly, helpful, kind. The breakfasts, afternoon snacks, and early evening snacks and wine were really nice.

Frequently asked questions about Sea & Sand Inn

Does Sea & Sand Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Sea & Sand Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Sea & Sand Inn offer parking?
Yes, Sea & Sand Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Sea & Sand Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Sea & Sand Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Santa Cruz, see business hotels in Santa Cruz.
Does Sea & Sand Inn have a fitness center?
Sea & Sand Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Sea & Sand Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Sea & Sand Inn is located at 201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. With a Walk Score of 76, 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 Sea & Sand Inn
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.9 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 9.8 mi

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