Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Right in the heart of Santa Cruz, Ocean Pacific Lodge welcomes you with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Dive into relaxation at the outdoor pool or unwind in one of two soothing spa tubs. With free WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage available throughout your stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool and 2 hot tubs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(123 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(104 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Picnic Basket - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby surfing/body boarding. Also, this motel is within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • 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
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1992
  • An outdoor pool
  • 2 hot tubs

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher 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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are available for Standard King and Standard 2 Queens rooms for an additional charge of USD 50 per reservation, per night.

Also known as

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Santa Cruz
Pacific Lodge
Pacific Ocean Lodge
Ocean Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Pacific Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ocean Pacific Lodge 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 Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from October 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Pacific Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Ocean Pacific Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as body boarding. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy the use of an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Ocean Pacific Lodge like?

Ocean Pacific Lodge is a short 12-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf. The local area is popular for its beaches and our guests say it is very central.

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Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located within a short walk to the beach and beach boardwalk. (74 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub area was clean, kid-friendly, and had a resort-like feel. (48 reviews)
  • The hot tubs were clean, comfortable, and a great place to relax. (44 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Clean room and very close to everything!
Renae, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay
Andreia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was super friendly and the room was ready and very clean!
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good hotel for the price
Sandra, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I appreciated the room's location on the 3rd floor. It was very spacious. I may return and request that room again.
Solange, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything g was great. Loved the double shower and bed was very comfortable.
Judy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Showed up late in the night and the staff member was quick to help me. The room was amazing and super close to the boardwalk. I’d absolutely stay again
Christian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay.
Sara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great! Clean and a good location. Shower pressure and temperature was excellent. My only complaints is that the sink is outside of the bathroom and parking was kinda a nightmare. If you leave the premises when you come back you may not have a parking spot. Luckily we got the last spot but it was a very, very tight squeeze.
Jessica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice, clean convenient, will stay again
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was wonderful and friendly. The rooms are nice and clean. The walls are a little thin so you can hear your neighbors, and outside however they provide earplugs if needed. It is very quiet at night. We enjoyed our stay.
Andreia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and easy access from the wharf
Philip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, perfect location, very walkable to boardwalk.
Jessica, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly staff, excellent location a 5 min walk from the beach.
Allison, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good location, walking distance to Boardwalk and Wharf.
Jasmine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great location and service
Chiahui, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely short walk to the wharf and dining options.
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff, gave recommendations for great sunset beach views when asked. Visited in November and off-peak season prices were great!
russell, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Perfect for an overnight or weekend stay, great location
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again with family
Jorge, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and parking. Staff is very kind and welcoming. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Great renovated showers!
Joel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very spacious and clean. The area was nice, quiet and felt safe. Within walking distance to everything.
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was exceptional
Russel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was very helpful.
Gregory, 1-night trip