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2 guests

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Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Standard Sextuple Family room

Family room with bathroom

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Standard Double room

Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower

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Superior Studio

Private bathroom

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Standard Single Family room

Family room with bathroom

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Run of House

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Bed in Dorm

Shared bathroom

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Economy room

Private bathroom

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Economy Single room

Private bathroom

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Economy Triple room

Private bathroom

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Economy Double room

Private bathroom

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Standard room

Air conditioning and private bathroom

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Standard Duplex room

Private bathroom

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Standard room with city view

Private bathroom

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Standard Single room

Private bathroom

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Standard Triple room

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Standard Triple room with sea view

Private bathroom

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Standard Quadruple room

Private bathroom

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Standard Quadruple room with city view

Private bathroom

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Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Private bathroom

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Standard Quintuple room

Private bathroom

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Standard Family room

Family room with internet, air conditioner and bathroom

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Standard Double room with city view

Private bathroom

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Superior room

Private bathroom

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Superior Double room

Private bathroom

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Deluxe room

Private bathroom

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Deluxe Family room

Family room with bathroom

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Deluxe Double room

Private bathroom

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Executive room

Private bathroom

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Junior Suite

Private bathroom

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Suite

Private bathroom

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Apartment

Private bathroom

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1 Bedroom Apartment

Private bathroom

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2 Bedrooms Apartment

Private bathroom

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3 Bedrooms Apartment

Private bathroom

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Studio

Private bathroom

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Economy Studio

Private bathroom

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Description

In this hotel 38 rooms, 3 floors.

Policies and conditions

Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of US$100.00 is charged. This property accepts credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: US$25.00 per pet per night
Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, Visa, MasterCard

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Services and facilities

General

Air conditioning
Smoke-free property
Heating
Garden
Terrace
Express check-out
Reception desk

Rooms

Non-smoking rooms
Fridge
Family room
Cable TV
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/Bathtub
Shower
Toiletries

Accessibility

Accessibility features
Wheelchair Accessible

Services and amenities

Telephone

Meals

Coffee/tea for guests
Vending machine
Kitchen
Microwave oven
Coffeemaker

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Languages Spoken

Spanish
English

Recreation

Bike rental
Picnic area
Sun Deck

Parking

Parking
Parking nearby

Pool and beach

Swimming pool
Indoor Pool
Outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
Next to the beach

Business

Business center
Fax and copy machine

Kids

Family/Kid Friendly

Pets

Pets allowed (under 5 kg) (surcharge)

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 370 m. It takes 6 minutes To the beach!

Street view

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Cleanliness

Amenities

Location

Service

23.02.2026 susan

I paid $216 for this! I will never stay at this filthy motel again!! Doesn't the person in charge ever do a walk throuch every once in awhile? They need to get a better cleaning crew!!

22.02.2026 Mike

Great location. Short walk to the boardwalk. Room was decent, amd accommodated my wife and I ,our 2 nieces and our two daughters. Parking was tight for my lifted full size truck. I would recommend the Bay Front. Thanks for the hospitality Ethan.

22.02.2026 Luke

Perfectly serviceable room. Little rough around the edges but did not experience any of the bugs, dirty linens, or bad smells in other reviews. Perfect place if you're stopping in town for the night.

21.02.2026 william

It was a small, nice hotel. The location is great and the breakfast was pretty good. On the outside it looks a little run down but the inside is nice. Would recommend to a friend. As a side note there is a $10 parking fee if you reserve your room from a third party.

21.02.2026 cris

Nice single room with nice big comfy bed!! Nice and prof.staff. very friendly and courteous. Parking lot gets full and if you book through another site...you have to pay 10$ for parking. Not far from the boardwalk. 5 min walk. Nice and clean.

22.12.2025 Sepuloni

Room was great for family room: house keeping could have been better with coming in and sweeping the floors and fixing the rooms and bringing towels. Maybe I missed something on the agreement. We helped by putting out the trash and towels. The rock shower floor was great too see but to step on during showering sometimes was difficult. and maybe having a clear time of the office hours could help. Other than that great location and surroundings.

18.11.2025 Paola

Great but the owner is never there and I still have a 100 dollar deposit pending on my cash app for a whole 2 weeks already. Which needed to be refunded to me.

13.11.2025 james

the room floor was not swept - pet hair everywhere. The overall feel of the room was not good. Bad paint, worn trim, just dingy all the way around. Will most definitely NOT stay here again. The location means nothing is the room is BAD....

10.11.2025 Mary

Our bedsheets had stains on it, outlets were missing covers, the bathtub looked dirty, there was no help desk at night, and parking is horrible. It’s super close to the pier, about 15 mins walk to boardwalk but other than that it’s horrible. Don’t be fooled by the pretty marketing photos. Look at trip advisor first before booking.

06.11.2025 Alaina

In a great location — right in between the boardwalk and downtown so easy to walk around. For the price this place is awesome. Only complaint is the SMELL. Stayed here twice, the first time it was just the bathroom that had a bad sewage smell, the second time it was the whole room. Had to keep window open and still didn’t help much. Not sure if it’s the pipes or what but bad enough that we probably won’t stay here again unless it’s a last option which sucks because it’s a nice spot in great location.

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POIs near hotel

Museum of Art & History (15 min)

Free museum featuring rotating exhibits on regional art and history.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (1.6 km)

Museum showcasing the history and culture of surfing in Santa Cruz, located in a lighthouse.

Harvey West Historic Structure (5 km)

Harvey West Historic Structure is a preserved building reflecting the architectural heritage of the area.

La Corona (5 km)

La Corona is a natural peak offering panoramic views over Santa Cruz and its surroundings.

Ropes Course (6 km)

The Ropes Course at Chaminade Resort & Spa features challenging outdoor climbing and team-building activities.

Frequently asked questions about Bay Front Inn

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Front Inn?

The cost of staying in Bay Front Inn depends on the dates, rates, number of guests and other conditions. The minimum estimated price is 189 USD. Enter your dates to see the exact offer prices.

Is it far from Bay Front Inn to the nearest beach?

It takes 6 minutes to reach to the nearest beach.

Which room categories are available in the Bay Front Inn?

You can book Run of House, Bed in Dorm, Economy room, Economy Single room, Economy Triple room, Economy Double room, Standard room, Standard Duplex room, Standard room with city view, Standard Single room, Standard Triple room, Standard Triple room with sea view, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Quadruple room with city view, Standard Quadruple room with sea view, Standard Quintuple room, Standard Family room, Standard Single Family room, Standard Double room, Standard Double room with city view, Standard Double Family room, Standard Sextuple Family room, Superior room, Superior Double room, Deluxe room, Deluxe Family room, Deluxe Double room, Executive room, Junior Suite, Suite, Apartment, 1 Bedroom Apartment, 2 Bedrooms Apartment, 3 Bedrooms Apartment, Studio, Economy Studio, Superior Studio in the hotel. Please check room availability by choosing your dates

Does Bay Front Inn have a pool?

Yes, Bay Front Inn has a swimming pool for guests.

Are pets allowed at Bay Front Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome at Bay Front Inn, but we recommend calling ahead to confirm details (e.g., pet size, fees).

How to get to Bay Front Inn from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is San Jose Mineta International Airport, located about 43 mins from hotel by car (53.4 km) away.

What’s the cancellation policy at Bay Front Inn?

The cancellation policy at Bay Front Inn depends on your room type and booking terms.

Does Bay Front Inn offer airport transfers?

No, Bay Front Inn does not provide airport transfers for guests.

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Bay Front Inn in Santa Cruz

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