Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking. The air-conditioned guest rooms at The Islander Motel are equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen HDTV and free local calls. A microwave and a refrigerator are featured in all rooms. A 24-hour reception is available to guests of the smoke-free Islander Motel. The famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk is 1.2 km from this motel. Cowell's Beach is 5 minutes' drive away. The University of California, Santa Cruz is 2.5 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
7.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Esme
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable room with all the amenities we would expect. Very welcoming staff and plenty of parking spaces.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    good value property with free parking and reasonably close to the centre
  • Sandra
    Germany Germany
    nice and big room, good facilities, friendly staff

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Fence around pool
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Islander Motel Santa Cruz takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 80. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club The Islander Motel Santa Cruz accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property pre-authorizes credit cards for late check-in arrivals.

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

Guests are kindly requested to confirm their reservation before 16:00 on the day of arrival. Please contact the hotel for further details. Guests must present confirmation upon check in.

Guests must be 21 years of age to make a reservation at this hotel.

This hotel does not accept reservations made with an American Express card.

This is a 100% non-smoking property. If a guest smokes in a room, the hotel will charge an additional fee.

Pets are not allowed on the property premises.

Parking is limited to 1 car per room.

No extra beds are available.

A deposit is required for stays. Please contact motel for details.

Please note: There is an early check-in fee. Contact the property for more details.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Islander Motel Santa Cruz in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

  • The Islander Motel Santa Cruz is 0.8 miles from the centre of Santa Cruz. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.