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Ocean Gate Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

Map
111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Main Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, View

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Ocean Gate Inn you'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Plus you'll find a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Ocean Gate Inn

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Ocean Gate Inn offers its guests a vending machine and a lift. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean Gate Inn offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving later than 10 PM.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 4 November 2024 to 31 July 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lift
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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 cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Eurocard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Hotel Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel
Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Gate Inn Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean Gate Inn?

Ocean Gate Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Gate Inn?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Gate Inn on 16 Mar 2025 start from NZ$227.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ocean Gate Inn?

Yep, Ocean Gate Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Gate Inn?

Yep, Ocean Gate Inn is a short 10-minute walk from Main Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Gate Inn?

No, Ocean Gate Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Gate Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 223 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 1002 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, space is safe. A favorite of ours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Remy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was acceptable
The room was comfortable enough but it was a bit dirty and sketchy. Short walk to the boardwalk and a great view of the river though
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Consistently Nice
Always comfortable and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kind Managers
Front desk always willing to help you have a safe and comfortable stay. Very kind manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sylvester

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. Electrical outlets were not available or did not work correctly, especially around vanity. Lighting was inadequate to do makeup at bath vanity. Lighting throughout room was either glaring white or off- there was no reading-level, comfortable lighting available. There were steel brackets protruding from the bed frame below to out beyond the side walls of the mattress, rough-edged and unprotected, which could easily cut or scratch one's legs or arms severely. I discovered these when I swung my legs out of bed in the morning; luckily, I only brushed lightly across one. Soap dispensers were oddly and incorrectly mounted near vanity and in shower. More bath linens would have been useful; the supply was marginal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice Inn for the Price
The inn was definitely a little old, and it shows. The shower head in the room we got was slightly coming off the wall. The walls are also very thin, we could hear the people next door speaking loudly and blasting their music. That said, the room was very comfortable. The room was clean and was tidied up well after we came back for the night of the stay. It has a fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker. It also is pretty spacious and the shower worked well. Overall, it's a nice inn for the price. It is a little old, and it isn't maintained the greatest, so there are better options around the area. Check this one out if you want to save some money and don't mind an antiquated building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HOWARD

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap and ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

isaias

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely look forward in staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amier

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wanda

Travelled with partner
Non-nonsense inn, clean, you can feel It’s old, but maintained and had A/C. Blankets should be changed as there were cigarettes burns ☹️. Overall OK.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Erika

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty and old
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clearly this place has been recently remodeled. Everything in the room is clean and new, and the room was fairly spacious. My only complaints are: the lighting is so blindingly white, it's like opening a refrigerator- and no table lamps. The wall sconce lighting is too "white" and the charging outlets are on the sconces- how do I plug a phone into that? The other problem is that if you have a lovely balcony view of the boardwalk, and like to open the window to enjoy the breeze at night, be ready for non-stop traffic, guys revving their engines, noisy car radios, etc, all night long. I'd rather pay more and stay on the west side.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
short walk to Boardwalk...beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Roderick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little remote from downtown where most restaurants are located.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024