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Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
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About the Hotel
204 Second Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States of America,
95060,
California
Aqua Breeze Inn, a family-friendly extended stay hotel, offers modern accommodations just a 2-minute walk from the Boardwalk. This Santa Cruz hotel features amenities including free Wi-Fi and an outdoor sundeck overlooking the beach.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Aqua Breeze Inn include free Wi-Fi, a 40" LED HDTV with DirecTV, HBO, and ESPN, along with microwaves and refrigerators. The hotel offers various room configurations such as 2 Queens ADA Accessible rooms, ensuring accessible features for all guests.
Dining & Nearby Options
Dining options near Aqua Breeze Inn include local favorites such as Oswald Restaurant and Laili Restaurant. Guests can enjoy a variety of cuisines including Mexican and Mediterranean within a short distance from the hotel.
Leisure & Activities
Aqua Breeze Inn provides easy access to popular attractions like the Santa Cruz Wharf, home to shops and restaurants, and the scenic hiking trails in Neary Lagoon Park. The hotel's close proximity to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and amusement park makes it convenient for families.
Services & Local Area
Local transportation options include nearby bus stops at Walnut Avenue & Chestnut Street and 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue, both within a 2-minute walk from the hotel. Additionally, Santa Cruz Metro Center is 12 minutes away by foot, providing further connectivity within the city.
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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
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
Free 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
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Location
204 Second Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States of America,
95060,
California
Map view
204 Second Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States of America,
95060,
California
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
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 4 reviews
7.6
7.6/10 based on 984 reviews
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.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, contributing to a pleasant stay.
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