Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

2 stars
Thu 10/23
-
Fri 10/24
1 room, 2 guests
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$83
/Cheapest rate per night
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Overview

Located in Santa Cruz, California, the Islander Motel is only a five-minute walk from downtown. Cowell’s Beach is a five-minute drive, while the Santa Cruz Boardwalk is less than a mile away. This budget, family hotel is 27 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport and 28 miles from Monterey Peninsula Airport. It has a total of 22 non-smoking, air-conditioned guest rooms. This hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and includes free parking for guests.

This two-story hotel includes rooms with free local calls, phones with data ports, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet. There are hairdryers, mini-refrigerators, and electronic door locks on the rooms. The hotel also offers a seasonal heated outdoor pool for guests to enjoy. This establishment has televisions in the guest rooms with cable channels. There are also faxing services for guests traveling on business.

The hotel is located near a wide range of dining establishments with cuisine from around the world. Some of the closest restaurants include Sala Thai, Thai House, Ristorante Italiano, Golden Palace, and Hindquarter Bar & Grille. The Buttery is just a few steps from the hotel and severs a wide selection of American and French pastries, while Solaire Restaurant + Bar is even closer and offers meals and beverages.

Guests can find attractions like April Rose Natural Skin Care & Bodywork and Nickelodeon Theatre right near the hotel. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is less than a half-mile from the establishment.

8.2
Very good rating
Based on 797 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

Thu 10/23
Fri 10/24
Double room
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$339
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$372
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King room
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$83
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1 king bed
$99
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1 king bed
$115
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Queen room
2 queen beds
$235
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2 queen beds
$243
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2 queen beds
$355
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Standard room
1 king bed
$90
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1 king bed
$94
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1 king bed
$101
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr 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
  • Increased accessibility
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Services and conveniences

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

8.2
Very good
797 verified ratings
Wonderful
323
Very good
178
Good
155
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 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

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$165
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $90, while the most expensive was $192.
  • How long should you stay at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

  • Where is Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca located?

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

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca.

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

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

  • Does Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca offer free parking?

    Yes, Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca offers free parking.

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

    Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca is 27.1 miles from San Jose. Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca is 28.5 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca have a pool?

    Yes, Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca has a pool onsite.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca 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 Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca 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 Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca.

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0.6 mi
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