Inn At Pasatiempo offers a tranquil retreat near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Dine on American cuisine at Back Nine Grill & Bar, unwind by the outdoor pool, or catch up on work in the business center.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 39 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Jack in the Box - 3 min drive
Taqueria Los Pericos - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min drive
About this property
Inn At Pasatiempo
At Inn At Pasatiempo, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Back Nine Grill & Bar, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Back Nine Grill & Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does Inn At Pasatiempo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Inn At Pasatiempo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Inn At Pasatiempo?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Inn At Pasatiempo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Inn At Pasatiempo?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Inn At Pasatiempo?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Inn At Pasatiempo and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Inn At Pasatiempo?
Yes, Back Nine Grill & Bar offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Inn At Pasatiempo like?
Inn At Pasatiempo is located a short 14-minute walk from Pasatiempo Golf Course.
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Inn At Pasatiempo Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Parking was easy and free, with convenient access right outside the room. (4 reviews)
The property is conveniently located just 5-15 minutes away from the beach. (4 reviews)
Breakfast options included continental breakfast and great coffee and pastries. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Charming stay in Santa Cruz
The service here was great. Got the fireplace suite which was great with teens because we had our own space. Bed was comfortable and grounds were nice. Staff was really friendly at the front desk. Restaurant on site was very convenient.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
The hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet. The front desk person was helpful and friendly. We ate dinner at the restaurant on site and it was delicious and reasonably priced. We will stay here again !
Caryn
Caryn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
Great experience exceeding my expectations
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Best value in Santa Cruz.
Easy place to stay, low key vibe and quite atmosphere.
Cameron
Cameron, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Great Experience
Our room was ready upon arrival, the pool is big, the restaurant’s food was excellent. Only bad thing is we’re only staying here one night. Wouldn’t mind staying another day or so.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Great place to stay. Pool was quiet and nice. Grounds were pretty and easy access to highway. Hotel was away from hustle and bustle of boardwalk. Would stay there again
Whitney
Whitney, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
Room was great, comfortable and clean. Wish they took time to clean lounge chairs by the pool, they had bird poop on almost all of them.
Abigail
Abigail, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Good hotel, 10 minutes away from the boardwalk yet secluded from all the Santa Cruz traffic. Check-in was easy and although check-in was until 3 we were able to check-in when we arrived at 12:30 pm and check-out was easy too. Staff was really nice and they offer free coffee and pastries from 7-9 am. The room was in good service, just some areas were dusty. Outside area of the hotel is nice, and there is a lot of bushes and greenery so that means a lot of spiderwebs and spiders. Parking was easy and there were plenty of spots, just the parking lot needs to be upgraded since there is some spots on the dirt.
Katty
Katty, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Great location and comfortable stay
The location of this place is great. Out of the buzzling of the town and traffic but near enough to go places. The room was clean, except the shower curtain. It smelled dingy, so we requested a replacement and were provided one very quickly. The room seemed a bit small for a group[ of 4 but comfortable enough to sleep and hang out for several hours. The staff was friendly and courteous. It seems like the place has gone through a renovation because things appear to be new, except for the pool. the pool can use a renovation. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
It was a pleasant stay - coffee in the morning a plus.
Lorena
Lorena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
The property and staff were wonderful! The downside was when i booked through Expedia (2 rooms), the Inn only had my reservation as 1 room (Expedia's fault)!
Thankfully the Inn had another room available and booked it for me at the same cost as the first room- exceptional!
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
It was nice ! The only thing I noticed was that the bathroom door would get stuck on the floor it wouldn’t open all the way
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Loved it here, right off the freeway and it feels secluded but very close to downtown Santa Cruz. The restaurant was great and very convenient to have there. High ceilings in the room made it feel spacious and very clean!
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 7, 2025
Somewhat disappointing
Somewhat disappointing; lighting in room is terrible, making it depressing at night. There is only one nightstand - two tiny ones would have worked better than one large one - this way, one person has nowhere to put cell phone, necessities, etc (other than under the pillow.) On the positive side, the room is clean, the bed is comfortable, the location is good.
Eva
Eva, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Service and clean
Peggy
Peggy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 12, 2025
The Inn at Pasatiempo is conveniently located close to
Santa Cruz but in a quiet spot free of traffic noise and
tourist swarms
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 24, 2025
It's a good and inexpensive option if you just need a night to crash. Beds are comfortable, rooms and bathrooms clean. Will stay there again as close enough to UCSC
Elke
Elke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Nice stay
Cute little hotel RIGHT off the freeway (very convenient). Quick drive to UCSC and downtown. Quiet, cozy. Was confusing to find the front desk but had to walk through the outdoor patio/restaurant and there it was! Parking was easy and free!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Clean and quiet. Thx!
Sandy
Sandy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Great bar and restaurant
Genevieve
Genevieve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
The area around the location is so lovely and peaceful. The inn provided easy accessible parking right outside our room. Being only a few minutes away from downtown Santa Cruz was a huge plus!
Hailey
Hailey, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Would stay there again.
It was a nice quiet place. All single level. Was perfect since I have a bad knee. Easy parking and right off the freeway exit. Minutes to the beach area. Very roomy shower. Toilet is very close to the wall and bathroom door. We enjoyed the courtyard. There is a nice bar and grill on the property as well.
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 20, 2025
DONT SRAY HERE!!!
My stay here was just terrible! The beds were super uncomfortable, the bathroom was disgusting and small. There was mold all over the shower walls, there wasn’t enough towels or shampoo and the shower head was breaking off. The ac unit made too much noise and you just feel disgusting waking up in their beds. It’s just a terrible terrible experience and feeling. I will never stay here again. The ONLY plus side is that it’s close to the boardwalk but next time I will pay more for a better experience. This is a rundown motel.
Estefanie
Estefanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Have stayed here before and the location right by the golf course is our main attraction. Restaurant at the hotel is very good and reasonably priced. Staff is very friendly and professional.
Jimmy
Jimmy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
We enjoyed our stay. Office staff and restaurant staff very friendly, courteous, and helpful.