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Bay Front Inn
2 stars

Bay Front Inn

325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 423 8564
From
R1 327
Cheapest

rate per night

6,9
Okay
based on 1081 reviews
1 081 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
R1 327
Standard Room
R1 416
Queen room
R1 430
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This Santa Cruz motel is located within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station. It also offers an outdoor pool, a BBQ/picnic area and free Wi-Fi.

Bay Front Inn has 50 rooms and has been recently refurbished. There is off-site parking for those with a car.

All rooms at Bay Front are comfortably furnished and include a refrigerator. They are also equipped with a hair dryer and a microwave.

Attractions close to Bay Front Inn include Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. There are a range of shopping, dining and nightlife options nearby, and University of California Santa Cruz is a short drive away.

Rating
6,9
Okay
Based on 1 081 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Bay Front Inn

Thu 8/5
Fri 9/5
Queen room
1 queen bed
R1 430
2 queen beds
R1 439
2 queen beds
R1 579
King room
bed type unknown
R1 327
bed type unknown
R1 364
bed type unknown
R1 364
Standard Room
1 king bed
R1 416
1 king bed
R1 442
1 king bed
R1 453
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Bay Front Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Parking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Free Internet
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area

Kitchen

  • Kitchen/kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • City view

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Bay Front Inn

6.9
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1081 verified ratings
Wonderful
248
Very good
162
Good
163
Okay
114
Fair
146
Mediocre
62
Poor
186

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6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) No breakfast served. WiFi did not work. Bed was comfortable. Room was very clean, a big plus.
Cons (-) More seating accommodations. One bench, mostly under the hanging clothes, was inadequate. The bed was a bit too high to offer comfortable seating (fine for sleeping - just not for sitting).
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) The location was perfect, 5 minutes walk to the boardwalk. The bed was also incredibly comfortable!
Cons (-) The curtains were dirty and the TV didn't work but we didn't spend much time in the hotel so it didn't ruin the trip.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2017
Pros (+) The first time we stayed here, we were pleasantly surprised. It looked just like a little budget motel. The room turned out to be spacious and clean with a very beachy vibe. The beds were decent too. Walking distance to the boardwalk!
Cons (-) On our second visit here, it was like staying at a completely different hotel. The room felt like it was made for one bed and another one was shoved in. Sheets were stained and the beds were way less comfortable. The shower was almost too small to properly wash and could have used a remodel. It looks like. $100 security deposit was taken out of my account, but that was never mentioned when I made ...
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5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Walking distance to the beach
Cons (-) Unexpected fee parking , bathroom to small and late brake fast
5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) CLOSE TO WHARF AND BOARDWALK.
Cons (-) BATHROOM DRAINS WERE PLUGGED. THE ROOM IS OUT DATED FOR THE PRICE. MOLD IN THE BATHROOM AND THE WALLS LOOK DIRTY. THEY CHARGED A PARKING FEE OF $10. DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY YOU WOULD HAVE TO PAY A PARKING FEE WHEN YOUR A PAYING GUEST OF THE HOTEL.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) I loved the closeness to the beach boardwalk and the down town area is so close
Cons (-) Seemed like it was a more of a permanent residence for some guests we had to switch rooms because they were being really loud and obnoxious and there was supposed to be no smoking and they all were smoking outside our room. Seemed to be in more of a "upcoming" neighborhood. There was someone with a yappy dog that wouldn't shut up all night. You had to pay for parking per night and then there was n...
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Pros (+) Somewhat friendly , we went to a concert at the catalyst and it was perfect in walking distance and to the boardwalk. Perfect if you staying for a night.
Cons (-) The floors were filthy, my socks were black. The parking fees and other fees added on at time of check-in that weren't mentioned at the time of booking, I was not pleased about.

Location

325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.5 km
  • Cocoanut Grove0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.6 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.9 km
  • Hinds House1 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Bay Front Inn

  • Where is Bay Front Inn located?

    Bay Front Inn is located at 325 Pacific Avenue, 1,1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Kuumbwa Jazz Center is the closest landmark to Bay Front Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Bay Front Inn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Bay Front Inn.

  • Does Bay Front Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Bay Front Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Bay Front Inn from the airport?

    Bay Front Inn is 44,7 km from San Jose. Bay Front Inn is 45,7 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Bay Front Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Bay Front Inn has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

7,7

Distance to city centre

1,1 km

Nearest airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

44,9 km

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