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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2 stars

The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 426 7766
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£61
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Very good
based on 793 reviews
793 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
£61
Standard Room
£76
Queen room
£173
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Overview

Situated a short stroll from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, The Islander Motel offers guests an ideal base while visiting Santa Cruz. Rooms are air conditioned and a wireless internet connection is included free of charge.

The Islander Motel has been recently refurbished and features a 24-hour reception, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and luggage storage. There is also free private parking on site for those with a car.

All rooms at the motel include a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and a refrigerator. They are also fitted with a microwave, a hair dryer and cable/satellite channels.

The Islander Motel is within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Mission Santa Cruz. Foodies can find various restaurants in the area.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 793 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

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Queen room
2 queen beds
£173
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£180
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£262
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
£61
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£66
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1 king bed
£87
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 king bed
£76
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£84
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1 king bed
£85
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
£250
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£275
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Amenities at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Pool view

Media and entertainment

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

8.3
Very good
793 verified ratings
Wonderful
315
Very good
178
Good
159
Okay
44
Fair
48
Mediocre
19
Poor
30

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5.1
Fair
Karen, Jan 2020
Pros (+) Location. Room was nothing to look at
Cons (-) Cleaner bedding and room

Location

522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Museum of Art and History0.3 mi
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.5 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz0.6 mi
  • Hinds House0.7 mi
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.8 mi
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.8 mi
  • Cocoanut Grove0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.9 mi
  • Branciforte Adobe1.1 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

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March
September
£64
£150
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and September.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £150, while the most expensive was £150.
  • How long should you stay at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

  • Where is The Islander Motel Santa Cruz located?

    The Islander Motel Santa Cruz is located at 522 Ocean Street, 0.6 miles from the centre of Santa Cruz. Museum of Art and History is the closest landmark to The Islander Motel Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz.

  • Does The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offer free parking?

    Yes, The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers free parking.

  • How far is The Islander Motel Santa Cruz from the airport?

    The Islander Motel Santa Cruz is 26.6 miles from San Jose. The Islander Motel Santa Cruz is 29.2 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • Does The Islander Motel Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Yes, The Islander Motel Santa Cruz has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Islander Motel Santa Cruz hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Islander Motel Santa Cruz.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.4
0.6 mi
San Jose
27.1 mi

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