Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, United States View on map
7.8 Good Based on 238 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Balconies overlook the boardwalk, situated a 10-minute walk from the beach. Parking stays included with the stay. Made for road-trippers, and less so for anyone sensitive to street-level noise."

From US$ 142 US$ 126 per night
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Check-in
7 Sept 2026
Check-out
8 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Ocean Gate Inn

  • Boardwalk
    5-min walk
  • Free Parking
    No reservation needed
  • Kitchenette
    Microwave and fridge
  • Balcony
    In every room
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
    Check-in anytime
  • Free WiFi
    In-room access

Overview

The 2-star Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz is a great place in a popular area of Santa Cruz, which stands approximately a 20-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 21 rooms with views of the river, the hotel is 1.3 miles from Neary Lagoon Park.

Mike Fox Skate Park is located about 5 minutes' stroll from this Santa Cruz hotel, and such natural sites as Cowell Beach is about 25 minutes' walk away. Situated in the very heart of Santa Cruz, the Ocean Gate Inn is 1.6 miles from Sunny Cove Public Beach. Visit Duck Island Pond, 14 minutes by foot from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States of America. Families traveling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being 1.1 miles from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. Broadway & Ocean Street bus stop is also not far from the Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz.

Some rooms at the hotel are fitted with an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning, and such self-catering options as tea and coffee making equipment. Some of the spacious rooms feature private bathrooms. For more comfort, hairdryers, along with a roll-in shower and a separate toilet, are provided. Guests are welcome to use an a fully-fitted kitchen with a microwave, a dishwasher, and a washing machine in an apartment.

Little Caesars offers a selection of dishes within 5 minutes' walk of the Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz.

  • Check-in
    from 15:30 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    2 stars
Ocean Gate Inn
Our tips

Should you book Ocean Gate Inn?

Perfect if you
  • Want a room with a balcony and a river view - every room includes a balcony overlooking the San Lorenzo River.
  • Need to be near the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the hotel is less than 1 km from it.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need to bring a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
  • Expect an on-site restaurant - the hotel has no dining facilities available.
Best for
  • the best-rated area in Santa Cruz with an 8.7 location score

Facilities of Ocean Gate

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
Ocean Gate Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • AM/FM alarm clock

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Ocean Gate Inn applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:30 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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