The Seaway Inn sits along Santa Cruz's scenic shoreline, offering travelers a place to unwind with ocean views from the terrace. Guests appreciate the helpful staff while making use of practical amenities including free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge services.
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, Seaway Inn is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Main Beach and Monterey Bay. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
What's nearby
Santa Cruz Wharf
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Main Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Pacific Avenue
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Santa Cruz Main Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
49 min drive
Restaurants
Las Palmas Taco Bar
4 min walk
Ideal Bar & Grill
3 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl
6 min walk
Makai Island Kitchen
9 min walk
Humble Sea Brewing Co.
10 min walk
About this property
Seaway Inn
Hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf
Located close to Main Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Seaway Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Seaway Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Santa Cruz
Hotel Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Seaway Inn Hotel
Hotel Seaway Inn
Seaway
Seaway Inn Hotel
Seaway Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn Hotel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Is Seaway Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Seaway Inn?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaway Inn on Mar 8, 2026 start from ₩185,157, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Seaway Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Seaway Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Seaway Inn located?
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Main Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Seaway Inn Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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We have stayed here multiple times- right across the street from the ocean, but not in the crazy hectic area with the parties . The property is recently updated and the rooms are so clean, modern and comfortable. Very easy walk to the lighthouse to watch the sun set, and the wharf is just a block away. We love this hotel!
Great place. Will definitely stay again. Staff was awesome! They kept in contact with me the whole time to make sure someone would be there so we can check in since we were arriving late.
Great location. Lovely shower. Comfy bed. But the parking seemed tight for the amount of rooms they had. And the room could never get completely dark because we didn’t have curtains.
We still enjoyed our stay.
The property is in an excellent location to explore the best of Santa Cruz. The room was spacious, very clean, quiet, had a coffeemaker, fridge, attractive, and was newly renovated. The staff was friendly, professional, and very accommodating.
I had a very good stay! Recommended!
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Gunda
Nov 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The manager, Brian, was EXCELLENT and paid attention to our needs. The location is wonderful, as well as parking.
The newly remodeled inn was unlike (many) visits from the past, with no view for a queen room (we did in the past), no bedside lights for reading, mirror hanging was very crooked (could not adjust), new pillows are needed, and the guests in the room next door were too loud causing trouble sleeping.
Thank you...
If you want a CLEAN hotel room, this is your place. It was absolutely spotless. The bed was comfortable, and the room is really nice. The walk in shower was a plus. I will stay there again.
Cute, comfy, and friendly near Santa Cruz Pier fun
Friendly front staff and comfortable, clean rooms. Really cute renovation/design. Could not have asked for a better place to stop one night in Santa Cruz. It’s walking distance to the pier - far enough to avoid crowds and loud noise but close enough for a nice stroll to the water and festivities. Would consider staying again.