The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
About this motel
Nestled in Santa Cruz, this charming motel for $116 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Santa Cruz, CA
Reviews
4.0/5.0
Good(481 Reviews)
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8.0
Ease of location, friendly management.
Busy street, smaller rooms.
9.0
The most comfortable bed and clean, clean clean! Sweet folks checked us in and I want to go back to stay there again because it is affordable and easy and nice and close too everything in Santa Cruz!
4.0
smell bad
4.0
The mattress and Pillow were both VERY HARD. They were not conducive to a good night's sleep.
8.0
Very quiet… enough parking for all the visitors at the hotel
Wasn’t as close to the beach as we wanted
8.0
Clean, comfy, good TV, comfortable bed
Very small parking area, incredibly loud motorcycles and cars throughout the night
3.0
No breakfast available
Very loud noise all night. Beds very uncomfortable . No hot water in bathroom sink
8.0
For the price and the location of only about a 5 min drive to the boardwalk it’s a very great motel. It had a friendly staff and the room itself was very clean. I would definitely come to the Islander again for my next trip to Santa Cruz.
The only complaint I’d say about the motel was unfortunately how thin the walls were, at night it seemed like we heard it when almost every car, motorcycle go by.
10.0
The room was clean
Everything was good
8.0
good value property with free parking and reasonably close to the centre
having to carry heavy bags up the stairs
9.0
Room was clean and spacious. Had a microwave and small refrigerator.
Nothing
10.0
They were very patient with us at check in!
8.0
The room is extremely clean than any other Motel.
None.
9.0
It was very comfy and perfect for a good comfortable get away
Everything about the property was great small parking though
7.0
The room was clean and well aired. I appreciated the complimentary coffee in the morning. The boardwalk and fisherman’s wharf is within walking distance.
The wifi connection was very weak. The property is located near a busy road so quite noisy at night.
5.0
Room was clean. Bed was clean and comfortable. Bathroom and sink were clean and well-functioning.
Front desk worker had a severe attitude problem. She was arrogant, aggressive, disrespectful, dishonest, and mean. I don't think I will stay here again although my stays at this hotel in the past were pleasant.
7.0
Very good Kingssize-Bed; enough parking space;
Wifi "shaky"; no Coffee-Maschine in the room.
TV without CNN
9.0
The quality of the room was far greater than I expected. The owners and staff were all more than just folks running a motel. I enjoyed my conversations with both owners especially as my visit coincided with their daughter's graduation from college!
This is my go-to lodging when in Santa Cruz.
Truly nothing.
10.0
Clean beautiful room
There was no coffee machine. But in the morning there was great coffee at the reception
10.0
Owners very nice , very accommodating, very clean.
8.0
Excellent stay and very quiet
Nothing
10.0
the lady at the front desk was very welcoming.. she was very helpful. the property was very clean
8.0
There were plenty of blankets on the bed. The bed itself had a firm mattress and was super comfortable.
I was surprised that there was no coffee in the room. I had to go to the Chevron station up the road to buy a coffee.
There isn’t secure internet.
8.0
Service
People
Right next to a main street
Price quite high but might have been due to the bank holiday
1.0
It was a horrible experience. we told them we needed no help till we checked out. we left to go to the beach and they came in our room and touched everything!! they moved my TOOTHBRUSH. my stuff was moved places I did not leave it. The staff was rude and the room was dirty. They had the time to come and move my things but the microwave was disgusting when we got here.
9.0
clean and comfortable
9.0
Wonderful family-run motel, well-located in Santa Cruz. Free coffee and English breakfast tea in the morning. The original 60s neon sign is amazing!
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?
The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is $342 per night. This rental is $226 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz. Enjoy the water!
Is The Islander Motel Santa Cruz pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Islander Motel Santa Cruz?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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