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The Islander Motel
2 stars

The Islander Motel

522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 426 7766
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$82
Cheapest

rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 789 reviews
789 reviews
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Standard room
King room
Queen room

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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.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 789 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Islander Motel

Thu 7/10
Fri 7/11
Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
Standard room
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 queen beds
King room
bed type unknown
1 king bed
1 king bed
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Islander Motel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • 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 The Islander Motel

8.1
Very good
789 verified ratings
Wonderful
311
Very good
176
Good
161
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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Islander Motel

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Average price (weekend night)

January
May
$165
$195
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 81% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Islander Motel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Islander Motel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Islander Motel, 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 The Islander Motel, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Islander Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $187, while the most expensive was $187.
  • How long should you stay at The Islander Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The Islander Motel

  • Where is The Islander Motel located?

    The Islander Motel 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 The Islander Motel.

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

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

  • Does The Islander Motel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Islander Motel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Islander Motel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Islander Motel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Islander Motel from the airport?

    The Islander Motel is 26.5 miles from San Jose. The Islander Motel is 29.2 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • Does The Islander Motel have a pool?

    Yes, The Islander Motel has a pool onsite.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Islander Motel 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 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.

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Distance to airport

8.3
0.6 mi
San Jose
27.1 mi