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About the Hotel

176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Rooms & Amenities

Seaway Inn offers 15 air-conditioned rooms with beach-inspired décor. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with extended cable channels, a coffee maker, mini-fridge, and microwave. Private bathrooms feature showers. Select rooms have shared patios or balconies with sea views. Dogs under 50 lbs are welcome for a fee.

Dining & Local Eats

No onsite restaurants, but nearby options include Zachary's Restaurant for homemade breakfast and lunch, Riva's Fish Market & Restaurant for seafood, and Marianne's Ice Cream for handcrafted desserts. Las Palmas serves Mexican cuisine, while Woodstock Pizza offers late-night delivery.

Outdoor & Recreation

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach. Nearby activities include surfing at Steamer Lane (1.5 miles away), whale watching tours, and exploring the Santa Cruz Wharf. Ecotours, ziplining, and bicycle rentals are available nearby.

Location & Transport

Seaway Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, 500 meters from Cowell's Beach and a short walk from the Santa Cruz Wharf. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 55 km away. Free private parking is available nearby on a first-come, first-served basis.

Services & Policies

Amenities include free Wi-Fi, a business center, and complimentary newspapers. Rollaway beds and cribs are available for a fee. The hotel charges a nightly amenity fee of $15 plus tax, covering parking and internet. Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and cancellations require 72 hours' notice.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Queen Room

2 persons

13 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room Sea View

2 persons

16 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

2 persons

14 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room Sea View

2 persons

28 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Santa Cruz 1.1 km

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 54.7 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 68.5 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Bowling
Fishing

Services

Welcome drink

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

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176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

630 m

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

630 m

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.1 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.6 km

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

630 m

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

2.0 km

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

620 m

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

620 m

Landmark

Lighthouse Field State Beach

1.6 km

Beach

Natural Bridges State Beach

3.1 km

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

1.1 km

Landmark

Pacific Avenue

1.1 km

Landmark

Sky Glider

630 m

Landmark

Nickelodeon Theatre

1.1 km

Store

Cowell Beach

630 m

Landmark

Giant Dipper

630 m

Landmark

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.6 km

Amusement Park

Laurel Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

770 m

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

940 m

Beach

Seabright State Beach

2.0 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

980 m

Landmark

San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center

1.4 km

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

630 m

Landmark

Undertow

700 m

Landmark

L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery

1.6 km

Landmark

Sanctuary Exploration Center

630 m

Landmark

Tori Gate

630 m

Landmark

Swimming Dolphins

630 m

Landmark

Fluke

630 m

Nearby

Boardwalk Photos

440 m

Restaurants

Las Palmas Taco Bar

360 m

55 Front St

Tacos Moreno

490 m

303 Beach St

Loard's Ice Cream

510 m

307 Beach St

Coaster's Bar and Grill

580 m

115 Cliff St

Surf City Grill

760 m

400 Beach St Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Firefly Coffee House

780 m

131 Front St # A # A

De La Hacienda Taqueria

850 m

354 Washington St

Fosters Freeze

930 m

229 Laurel St

Fire Fly Cafe

930 m

131 Front St # A # A

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SEAWAY INN, Santa Cruz – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Local Eats

Outdoor & Recreation

Location & Transport

Services & Policies

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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