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Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property

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Relax by the pool surrounded by a shaded area and comfortable seating.
Welcome to the reception area, where a geometric-patterned counter and framed landscape photograph set the tone.
Stunning rock arch formation stands out against the ocean backdrop.
Compact hotel room with a kitchenette, microwave, and refrigerator, featuring a large mirror and a comfortable bed.
Enjoy a comfortable stay with a flat-screen TV, dresser, refrigerator, microwave, and telephone.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Main Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Family Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, near Mission Santa Cruz
A seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children aged under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests aged under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Islander Motel Santa Cruz. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Mission Santa Cruz and a few minutes from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
As a guest of Islander Motel Santa Cruz, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, 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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 3:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 May and close on 31 October.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Islander Motel Santa Cruz.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Islander Motel
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Islander Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This has been an easy chexk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick Armstrong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and knowledgeable office staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Nice visit as usual. Rose was great and very accomodating. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantness of staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a motel not so far from UC Santa Cruz and an ideal place to stay when visiting your "Slug." The parking was very lit and quite empty on Saturday night; the lady at the reception appeared very polite and with good customer skills; the prices were competitive; the shower - updated; the bed - comfy and there was even an iron and a drier, as well as a microwave and a fridge in the room. The only thing that was missing was a coffee maker and water in the outside Cold Drinks machine... but the coffee maker was not advertised as "available" in the description anyway, so I have nothing to complain about! I'd recommend this place to anyone who passes by Santa Cruz and UCSC!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Rose was wonderful! Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the islander Motel. No hidden fees on Ac or anything of that nature. And very welcoming staff. 10/10 Would stay Again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stains on sheets and easily opened door (thin) but nice hosts and convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica A

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great owners and comfortable bed. Clean rooms. Street traffic can get loud but that's why we have ear plugs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Billings

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great off season value. Extremely comfortable and quiet rooms. Peet’s coffee in the lobby. 5 HBO channels. Cool pool. Local and friendly owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to all the Surfing spots..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good, good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025