• Reviewed: August 6, 2023

    Esme

    United Kingdom
    8.0
    “Very comfortable and had everything we needed for a one night stay. V welcoming staff.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was expensive for what it was, but it seems inline with other properties in the area.

    Comfortable room with all the amenities we would expect. Very welcoming staff and plenty of parking spaces.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2023

    Thomas

    United States of America
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean, nice owners, parking, great stay!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    Victoria

    United States of America
    2 helpful votes
    8.0
    “Best Santa Cruz Motel”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Great price, good location, clean and quiet. Staff was friendly. I would stay here again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    Lucy

    United States of America
    8.0
    “pleasant”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    My wife got hurt at boardwalk and we asked for checkout an hour later, they were more than accommodating.Also when i mentioned that the pool had dirt on pool bottom, they took care of it

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2023

    Tam

    United States of America
    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    smell bad

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2023

    Sean

    United States of America
    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night

    The mattress and Pillow were both VERY HARD. They were not conducive to a good night's sleep.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2023

    Kathi

    United States of America
    8.0
    “Overall it was nice”
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wasn’t as close to the beach as we wanted

    Very quiet… enough parking for all the visitors at the hotel

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2023

    Terri

    United States of America
    10
    “Excellent stay and highly recommend.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was all perfect.

    No breakfast was served.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2023

    Mckenna

    United States of America
    8.0
    “Very comfortable motel in a convenient location in the city.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Their wifi was very slow and we had to use our service instead of the wifi. Also their parking lot is a little small so when the lot started to fill up, parking was a little tedious.

    The bed was huge and very comfortable! The receptionist was very kind and helpful. My friend and I stayed in this motel while seeing a concert in the Catalyst. My friend and I were perfectly comfortable walking around after dark. This hotel was in a perfect location, it isn’t too far from downtown (about a 10 minute walk) or the boardwalk (a 10 minute drive). Most importantly, my friend and I felt safe staying here. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quality place to stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    Zachary

    United States of America
    8.0
    “Needed a quick getaway due to the heat in Sacramento.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very small parking area, incredibly loud motorcycles and cars throughout the night

    Clean, comfy, good TV, comfortable bed

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2023

    Peggy

    United States of America
    3.0
    “Won’t be going back”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very loud noise all night. Beds very uncomfortable . No hot water in bathroom sink

    No breakfast available

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2023

    Anonymous

    United States of America
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was good

    The room was clean

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2023

    Anita

    United States of America
    8.0
    “Great stay for a trip to Santa Cruz”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only complaint I’d say about the motel was unfortunately how thin the walls were, at night it seemed like we heard it when almost every car, motorcycle go by.

    For the price and the location of only about a 5 min drive to the boardwalk it’s a very great motel. It had a friendly staff and the room itself was very clean. I would definitely come to the Islander again for my next trip to Santa Cruz.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2023

    Susan

    United States of America
    8.0
    “Will stay again”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They could leave a little more toilet paper than just one roll in the bathroom and conditioner for the hair would be nice as well.

    Very comfortable pillows. Nice lady at front desk. $1 drinks in vending machines is the best deal in Santa Cruz!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2023

    David

    United States of America
    10
    “We love the Islander!”
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Wonderful mom & pop hotel in immaculate condition. Rose is the best hostess in the business and we look forward to seeing her every year!

    Stayed in June 2023