204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
#37 of 59 hotels in Santa Cruz
Guests' ChoiceBased on 835 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.5
Staff
8.4
Value for money
8.0
Free Wifi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 20, 2025
Ron
United StatesLaundry only available 9 AM-10PM Banged my head on an overhead cabinet throwing garbage away. There should be a pad on the corner. Needed to keep windows closed to minimize street noise.
Close to boardwalk and beach.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Renee
United StatesA little dated
Walking distance to the boardwalk
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Sunny
United StatesFacilities are a little run down, which was not a problem for us because we are pretty flexible travelers. But if you are looking for swanky, this is not it. Also, due to its location, there was street noise all night long. Not sure there is anything the hotel could have done about that.
Right in the heart of The Boardwalk area. You could see the rides from our room. The building has neat ocean-themed murals on it which added a fun touch. The room was like a mini apartment, and it had everything we needed. We were even able to find free parking on-site and they are dog-friendly - all bonuses in this part of town!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Chelsea
United StatesRoom was good except the table where fridge was needed it's legs adjusted very wobbly. Had great TV channels so my kid could watch a movie before bed and great location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Maria
United Statesno elevator, no coffee or even water, reception was always closed
location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Michael
United StatesAnything that was bad is all environmental and goes with location. You're going to get noise being so close to the boardwalk. It wasnt bothersome though.
Aqua Breeze is just across from the Boardwalk, which is right on the beach and a short distance from the warf. The staff was very friendly and obviously very hard working.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
April
United StatesThe beds were tiny. They should at least be queen sized.
You can't beat the location. It is right across the street from The Boardwalk. There is a sun deck to sit on and look out to the Boardwalk.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Jeremy
United StatesThe main room windows were street-side with very luminous outdoor wall lights. Luckily, we had a late evening and everyone crashed into bed after shower, but larger dark curtains should be set in that room if people want to sleep well in normal conditions. The light of day itself blasts through curtains early too.
Proximity to the boardwalk, just across the main boardwalk parking (5 min walk) allowing a full evening of rides till closure. Easy check-in with good advice for parking (easy right under our room). Appreciated the flexibility when reducing from 2 nights to 1 night less than 48 hours before check-in, and approving a refund with booking.com. Room was large and checked most our boxes for our quick 1 night stay. Shower was good. King size bed was comfortable and firm as desired. Quick delivery of additional towel when prompted with a smile :-)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Greg
United Statesparking is available but quirky. to be expected for the area.
Great location, right by the boardwalk, pet friendly, nice patio overlooking the boarwalk and beach
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Amira
United StatesOlder with lots of signs of wear, creaky beds
Great customer service at the front desk, wonderful location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Salim
United StatesThis may sound odd, but there was nowhere to hang towels... For a family taking showers and being right across from the beach, having wet towels all over the place just felt uncomfortable and gross after the first day. Also, you can hear anything that goes on in the next room.
The location was great. The room was clean. It was great that the whole family could stay in one room.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Princess
United StatesDid not like the pictures and details did not give enough description. Wasn't sure how the suite was until I got there and felt the price was a bit much for what I got but may be because location really close to boardwalk. The parking lot is very tiny so yes the suite came with its own private parking but to get in is very tight and other cars block it. When we tried to park near entrance to avoid that headache I was threatened to be charged 80 dollars and was told that if we needed in and out to let them know so they can ask ppl to move from blocking but how irritating. The suite had 2 rooms. 1 is very tiny and no restroom so guests have to go all the way across suite and threw another room people are resting to use restroom which is odd and the smaller room has no tv. The actual entrance to the room has a large dip as soon as you enter and we all fell many times. Very dangerous. They have a sun deck right above the family suite. The first night we had no issues but the second night you could hear chairs being dragged and jumping all day long from the room.
I liked the location more than anything. Room was ok. Did like having private parking for the suite.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 15, 2025
Gerardo
United StatesDark streets
Close to boardwalk
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Kathryn
United StatesNoisy neighbors
Great location to the Beach and Boardwalk
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 20, 2025
Mia
United StatesSome of the furniture was visibly old—the bathroom door didn’t shut completely and the toilet paper holder came off. Parking was also difficult to find
Location was great, room was visibly clean and tidy, staff were very nice
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
Hall
United StatesSome burners didn't work, one of of the TVs wouldn't connect to Netflix.The sofa bed was very springy.
Location, friendly staff, clean stocked facilities , enough space, good hot water and pressure.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 8, 2025
Estela
United StatesA Small dog was seen in the property and my child is allergic to dogs/cats glad that my child was in the room with her grandmother. When I encountered the dog on my way upstairs.
Beds were comfortable, room was clean. Electronics such as fridge, microwave and tv worked well.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 6, 2025
Rick
United StatesThe rooms are beat up from previous customers. To bad, otherwise good
The location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 5, 2025
Verinia
AustraliaIt was fair room for the price.
Great location. Right near the Broadwalk, shops,cafe's. Room was clean, comfy bed
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Teophe
PhilippinesParking area is small
Location was excellent
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Bullchild
United StatesThe room I booked wasn't the room I got but it work out.
Really great location. Great staff easy going. Loved that they allowed pets. I felt safe.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 16, 2025
Justin
United StatesAmenities in the room were average.
The location was excellent. The bed was comfy.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 15, 2025
Melissa
United StatesParking was an issue but even that the people working there helped us with and it was fine.
The location was great and the rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 11, 2025
Sara
United StatesNot enough parking no pool rooms outdated
Location perfect rooms outdated but very clean wish they had a pool staff very very good not enough parking you need to get there early to secure a parking. Lot across the street cost $25 for day but must vacate after park closes
Stayed in May 2025
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