Seaway Inn

176 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5440
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#13 of 57 hotels in Santa Cruz
Location
4.5
Cleanliness
4.1
Service
4.1
Value
3.9
This property has identified as Women-owned.
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The Seaway Inn is a charming Santa Cruz hotel perched on a hillside overlooking the gorgeous Monterey Bay. It has all the warmth and coziness of a classic beach hotel with a full array of modern amenities. It is just a short walk to family fun at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, world-class surfing at Steamer Lane, fine dining and unique shops on the Municipal Wharf and in bustling Downtown Santa Cruz.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Bowling offsite
Children's television networks
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Paid public parking nearby
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Wifi
Complimentary tea
24-hour check-in
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Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Clothes rack
Iron
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Complimentary toiletries
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English
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Kate L wrote a review Jun 2023
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I went on a spontaneous trip and booked this hotel very last minute. They were very accommodating to my late arrival, which was soo much appreciated after driving up after I got off work. The room was small but cute and worked perfectly for the two of us! It was reasonably priced and a short walk from all the things we wanted to do so we just left the car in the parking lot and walked everywhere. We will definitely be staying here again on our next trip up to Santa Cruz!
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Seaway Inn, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Jun 25, 2023
Thank you Katelynn, for your 5 star review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and the close proximity to the beach, wharf, and boardwalk. It was a pleasure to host you! We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the near future! Warmest Regards, Seaway Concierge Services
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Sistagir wrote a review Oct 2022
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Seaway inn is the most comfortable, clean and quiet hotel I have stayed in in years. It is literally the most perfect location for all points of interest in Santa Cruz. Very quiet and all the staff and guests were very respectful. I cannot wait to plan another stay at my new favorite seaside hotel.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Seaway Inn, Innkeeper at Seaway Inn
Responded Oct 30, 2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We do agree, our location is perfect and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again!
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Jim D wrote a review Oct 2022
Roseville, California15 contributions16 helpful votes
Overall the room was nice. Room had a ocean view but it was really a partial view. Shower was very small. Had to pay a extra fee of $35 to check in early even though the room was ready. I’ve never had to pay a fee for early checkin. Won’t return because of that fee.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Seaway Inn, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded May 2, 2023
Thank you Jim for taking the time to leave us a review! We do have rooms here that accommodate all guests' needs. Please request a larger shower next time and if available, we will gladly provide this to you! We are under new management, so I'm convinced that your future stay with us would be a 5/5! We hope to see you again in the near future! Cheers!
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harrietmG3963DN wrote a review Oct 2022
Richland, Washington1 contribution
The location was perfect! The staff was friendly and helpful. Beautiful view of the bay from our second story room. The only negative thing was the size of the shower. It was a little small, but was able to make it work.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded May 2, 2023
Thank you Harriet for the perfect review! We are happy that you enjoyed our location, staff and views! For your future stay we encourage you to request a larger shower and if available we will gladly accommodate! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
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Smerelda wrote a review Sep 2022
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We had the best room in the place. The suite in the back with a great view angled kind of toward the Boardwalk, but more directly toward the pier and clear view of beach and water. Woke up to the harbor seals. Clean, quiet, centrally located with ample parking. Pillows were a bit painful, so take your own if you can. We went in for 1 night stay Saturday night and cost a small fortune, but we did enjoy the room.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Seaway Inn, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded May 2, 2023
Thank you Ellen for your perfect review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next getaway to Santa Cruz! Keep in mind that Saturday is our most expensive night to stay, so look into a Friday night for a future visit!
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Bruce D wrote a review Jul 2022
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Seaway Inn is the perfect - and very comfortable - location for all things Santa Cruz. My wife and I turned a lunch date into a long weekend because the weather, location, and company was ideal. And the staff at Seaway is incredibly friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Seaway Inn, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Apr 25, 2023
Thank you Bruce for the perfect review! We love that your weekend ended up more eventful than planned and we love that we could help make that happen! We look forward to your next getaway with us!
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Curry Family wrote a review Mar 2022
12 contributions8 helpful votes
We were in Santa Cruz for just one night and looked for something inexpensive. We scored with Seaway Inn. Great value, didn't feel like a two star at all. Cute property, updated, easy parking and very clean. Did I mention location? Awesome! Close to everything! Would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Hotel Management, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Apr 19, 2022
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Tracy Owen C wrote a review Jan 2022
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Our daughter came down with COVID a few days before our trip and we notified the Seaway Inn immediately (54 hours in advance) and were told they would still bill us for our room (approx. $300). We were told by Gabi at the front desk that our one night stay reservation would still be billed to us and then 'upper management' sent us a note confirming this (in response to our request for consideration). We do not understand how this would be possible considering the positive test result...with medical proof and a more than unfortunate situation. Again we notified them more than two days in advance with communication. We booked through Expedia who is now working on our behalf to resolve and we are also working with our bank to reject the charges but BEWARE fellow travelers as Seaway Inn is a place with greedy people in management who have no empathy. We are all shocked at this response from the Seaway Inn, a place that we had closed above others for a rare family trip to the ocean….which is now not possible due to a deadly virus--Do Not Book Seaway Inn.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from Hotel Management, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Jan 6, 2022
Hello Trace, Thank you for your review of our property on Tripadvisor, Google and Yelp. We are sorry to hear your daughter caught COVID right before your trip to Santa Cruz. Unfortunately, we are a small business and we do have a 72 hour cancellation policy. Our policies are stated and available for all guests in advance at time of booking therefore guest can make the best decision before booking their reservations. We were not able to refund the first night deposit for your reservation. No additional nights were billed per our policy. We hope you understand as we are a small property. Best regards, Seaway Inn Management
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Doug S wrote a review Nov 2021
Rocklin, California3 contributions5 helpful votes
Wonderful nice and helpful staff. Very clean and great location. Easy walk to the beach. Super walking path along the cliff for views and watching the surfers. Also a short drive to Natural Bridges state park for tide pool viewing and the Monarch Butterfly Grove. Also now home to 2 great horn owls.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Response from Hotel Management, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Nov 10, 2021
Hi Doug, Thank you for the review! We try our best to satisfy our customers, and we are glad you had a great time here. The location is excellent and glad to hear you enjoyed yourself! See you next time! -Seaway Inn
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Jerry Y wrote a review Aug 2021
North Las Vegas, Nevada3 contributions2 helpful votes
Old tired looking motel. Walls paper thin could hear everything beside us and above us up until 11pm. Toilet almost overflowed. Needed plunger. For the price i would never stay there again. I would not recommend it to anyone. Shower floor cracked . Bathroom sink terrible condition. Carpet not very clean. Not worth $100 let alone $299
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Hotel Management, General Manager at Seaway Inn
Responded Sep 11, 2021
Thank you for voicing your concerns. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests. We love to hear feedback about our rooms since we do not stay in the rooms ourselves and are only able to solve issues when they are voiced. We are sorry to hear you did not find our rooms satisfactory. Hopefully you can give us a second chance in the future!
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€213 - €354 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Seaway Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Seaway Inn?
Nearby attractions include West Cliff Drive (0.2 miles), Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (0.10 miles), and Vino Prima Wine Bar (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Seaway Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Seaway Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Seaway Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Seaway Inn?
Yes, free parking and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Seaway Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, The Picnic Basket, and Ideal Bar & Grill.
Is Seaway Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.9 miles away from the center of Santa Cruz.
Are pets allowed at Seaway Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Seaway Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting San Lorenzo River Railroad Bridge (0.7 miles).
Does Seaway Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Seaway Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.