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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Reception
Coffee service

Reviews

8.0 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
  • Ocean Street
    1 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue
    10 min walk
  • Mission Santa Cruz
    15 min walk
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    42 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room with 1 King and 1 Full Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room with 1 King and 1 Full Bed

  • 192 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • 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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

A stay at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz places you in the heart of Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Mission Santa Cruz and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. .This motel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Main Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 17 min walk
  • Main Beach - 18 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Abbott Square Market - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, near Mission Santa Cruz
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

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 transportation

  • 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 (33 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • 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
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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 to October 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 5 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Islander Santa Cruz
The Islander Motel
The Islander Santa Cruz
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz Motel
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

The Islander Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and lovely staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the rooms were quiet and well decorated. The beds were cozy and everything smelled good. Overall this was a really nice hotel. Way nicer in my opinion, the best western next door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Would recommended and stay again. Parking lot was small but easy and felt safe. Check in was very nice and helpful. Quiet room in the back, couldnt hear any street or neighbor noise. Comfortable room and easily walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cadence

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

6/10 Okay

scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Ok hotel. Small parking area. Room was in the back, last room inside an odd parking area. No in room coffee. Host could have been a little more friendlier.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AmyJune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

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

4/10 Poor

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Ii only picked this hotel because it said heated pool. But the pool was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time I have stayed at this property and I will return! The managers take great pride and care of their facility. It is clean, safe, and welcoming. It is a cozy motel that is walking distance to downtown and just a few miles from the beach and the redwoods.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the best experience here! Staff were very polite and efficient. I felt very safe here. 10/10 would recommend to family and friends. Very convenient and very close to the boardwalk. Will definitely be staying here next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

ruth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

ruth

Traveled with family
Our van got broken into and stole some items that were left in there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean accommodations. Room was comfortable. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modest but clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

caspar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly good for the price. Lovely pillows. But sadly very noisy next to the main road. All good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

noel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JOSEPH

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Not enough parking space
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

james

Suggest you add a USB charging unit for each room. Not expensive & available from Amazon. It’s very hard to find a room nowadays that doesn’t have this. The bed in the handicapped room needs to be replaced, sit on it & see for yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024