Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

Aqua Breeze Inn is a family-friendly hotel located just a 2-minute walk from the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It offers a combination of beachside relaxation and easy access to local attractions, making it an ideal getaway. The hotel's location is significant for its proximity to both beach activities and historical sites. With modern amenities and comfortable accommodations, guests can enjoy the best of what Santa Cruz has to offer.

Location

Aqua Breeze Inn's central location allows easy access to the Santa Cruz Beach, Boardwalk, and Wharf, all popular destinations. The historic Santa Cruz Wharf, one mile away, features scenic views and local vendors. Guests can reach Mineta San Jose International Airport in about 34 miles. The hotel's proximity to the University of California Santa Cruz also makes it a convenient spot for visitors attending events or exploring the campus.

Rooms

The hotel features a variety of spacious rooms, including options with two queen beds and accessible features. Every room is equipped with essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a 40-inch LED HDTV with DirecTV, HBO, and ESPN, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Additionally, some suites provide extra space and a living area for families or larger groups. Accessibility options, including grab bars in ADA-compliant rooms, cater to diverse guest needs.

Eat & Drink

Aqua Breeze Inn is conveniently located near Oswald Restaurant, which offers a diverse and satisfying menu. Guests can also explore other dining venues, including Laili Restaurant, known for its upscale dining experience in Santa Cruz. The vicinity includes a wide range of cuisine options such as Mexican, Mediterranean, and Italian to cater to various palates. While the hotel does not provide breakfast, the local food scene is vibrant and plentiful.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides various amenities aimed at making each stay comfortable, although the pool has been removed to create more parking space. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the hotel, allowing for both leisure browsing and business connectivity. Guests can also enjoy the nearby picturesque hiking trail that runs through the Redwood Forest, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The hotel is close to numerous local attractions that offer entertainment options for all ages.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Suite

Max:

6 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Landscape view

Shower

Heating

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Family Room

Max:

8 persons

56 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Family Suite

Max:

6 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

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City Center

Santa Cruz3000 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 33.7 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The room was impressively spacious, with high-quality furniture that made my stay feel luxurious and comfortable.view full review

Chilled Refreshments

The mini fridge was exceptionally cold and spacious, perfect for keeping my drinks and snacks fresh throughout my stay.view full review

Abundant Parking

With several parking lots available, I found plenty of convenient parking, eliminating the stress of searching for a spot.view full review

Stylish Refresh

The bathroom featured beautiful hard tile and a spotless shower that enhanced my daily routine with a touch of elegance.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun terrace

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

Map view

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

3500 ft

Harbor

Santa Cruz Wharf

3500 ft

Museums

Museum of Art and History

4300 ft

Museums

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

4600 ft

35 Pacific Ave

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

3500 ft

Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

4600 ft

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

4300 ft

Parks

Neary Lagoon Park

4600 ft

Museums

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.5 mi

600 West Cliff Drive

To Honor Surfing Monument

4500 ft

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

3500 ft

Spa Center

Tea House Spa

2600 ft

Spa Center

Well Within Spa

2700 ft

144 School St

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.3 mi

400 Beach St

Cave Train

2200 ft

Beach st

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

3500 ft

Beach

Seabright State Beach

4600 ft

Store

Cowell Beach

3500 ft

400 Beach St

Giant Dipper

3500 ft

400 Beach St

Undertow

3500 ft

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

3500 ft

Parks

Abbott Square

3800 ft

47 Municipal Wharf

Noland's on the Wharf

2500 ft

Store

Shopper's Corner

4100 ft

Beach

Main Beach

3500 ft

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Holiday Train

3500 ft

Santa Cruz

Lighthouse Field State Beach

1.5 mi

102 Ocean View Ave

Ocean View Park

5100 ft

Nearby

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

2000 ft

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

2000 ft

Restaurants

El Hermoso Mar

900 ft

313 Beach St

Coaster's Bar and Grill

900 ft

115 Cliff St

Tacos Moreno

1100 ft

303 Beach St

Firefly Coffee House

2200 ft

131 Front St # A # A

Las Palmas Taco Bar

1900 ft

55 Front St

Yan Flower

2700 ft

617 Pacific Ave

Fire Fly Cafe

2300 ft

131 Front St # A # A

Snap Taco

2500 ft

1108 Pacific Ave

Woodies Cafe

3500 ft

25 Municipal Wharf

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.8

Location

8.3

Service

7.8

Dining

5.0

Chris

United States of America, April 2024

8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at Aqua Breeze! The location is amazing, right across from the boardwalk, and the rooms, although a bit cramped, were equipped with a large fridge and a microwave. The service was top-notch, with extremely friendly and helpful staff. However, there were some issues with the room lock that need attention. The dining could use some improvement, but overall, Aqua Breeze offers a great value for its prime location.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy with a large fridge and a microwave, though a bit tight and seemed to back into the next room's bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, making my stay very pleasant.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in front of the boardwalk, with convenient surveillance parking. My room was clean and recently renovated, and I loved being able to walk to the boardwalk.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit lackluster with basic offerings, not quite matching the room cost.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts great facilities and is located near the beach, offering a convenient stay for guests.

Kenneth

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located close to the beach boardwalk with free parking. The rooms, while not as advertised on the web, were decently clean and a good size for a short stay. The service was friendly but marred by restrictions and complaints. The location is perfect for beach access but could use better communication about designated smoking areas. The dining experience was subpar with stale breakfast items. Overall, a mixed experience in a great location.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were decently clean and a good size for a couple of nights stay.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly but some restrictions and excessive complaints affected the experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel is perfectly situated across the street from the beach boardwalk, offering convenience and free parking.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with stale breakfast options.

Facilities

5.0

Benjamin

United States of America, October 2023

6.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at Aqua Breeze! Being able to walk across from the boardwalk was so convenient, but the room not covering the whole window was a downside. The price was decent considering the bare bones minimum offered.

Rooms

6.0

The room fell short of expectations as it did not cover the whole window, but it was passable for the price. It was a basic setup, but at least it was clean.

Service

7.0

The service was a mix of experiences. Some staff members, including the evening staff, were super amazing and helpful. However, the threat of calling the police due to noise from kids was quite intimidating. Housekeeping could have been more attentive to cleanliness.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect, offering excellent access to the boardwalk and pier. Staying at a motel, you generally know what to expect, but Aqua Breeze managed to stand out with its proximity to the beach and amusement park.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very basic, with only cold cereal and toast available. While the price was reasonable, the limited choices were not ideal, especially for $250. It wasn't the breakfast experience I anticipated.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were typical for a motel, with no standout amenities. However, the beach and boardwalk provided plenty of entertainment options just steps away.

Joseph

United States of America, June 2023

7.2/10

The hotel's location was convenient for reaching the boardwalk across the street, but the room had a noticeable musty odor. The service was exceptional, although the dining options were limited to basic offerings. The site's facilities were kept well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious enough for four of us but had a musty smell.

Service

9.0

The staff was excellent and understanding, even in challenging situations.

Location

8.0

The hotel's position across from the boardwalk suited our needs perfectly.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited to basic items and could be improved.