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    Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

    369 reviews
    #2 of 14 B&Bs / Inns in Santa Cruz
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    401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4962
    (831) 406-5833
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    4.0
    369 reviews
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    (831) 406-5833
    401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4962 See on map
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    Free Wifi
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    Breakfast included
    Beachfront
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    3 Star Hotel
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Lovely

    This was such a great stay. I loved the close access to the beach. All of the staff are super warm and welcoming. The lady who checked us in was very kind and professional. Even the housekeeping was very friendly. We just checked out of...More

    Thank Ellie9193
    Response from Victoria F, Manager at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach CottagesResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for the kind review. We do appreciate it and we're very happy that you had an enjoyable stay. ...and thank for the kind remarks about us. We work very hard to be as helpful as we can be. We look forward to your...More

    Innkeeper's Favorite Review
    Reviewed November 29, 2017
    Ocean view oasis in Santa Cruz/ Capitola

    We just stayed in the two-story, dog-friendly room at this boutique hotel. This property has well-equipped rooms, comfortable beds, and awesome views from some rooms and from the common area deck. Only one half-block away is a small ocean cove. Beautiful ocean sounds and sunsets....More

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    Response from Rachel D, Manager at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach CottagesResponded December 1, 2017

    Thank you for choosing Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages for your Thanksgiving weekend! It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. See you next time!

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Small & quaint get away.

    Love this place. It's my little get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It's off the beaten path but never far from anywhere. Individual cottages dot the property. Nothing over the top. Just simple, clean rooms with character. Bonus is easy access...More

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    Response from Victoria F, Manager at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach CottagesResponded 2 weeks ago

    Hello and THANK YOU for such a lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. And you're right about the deck, it does warm your soul to sit there and drink in the sun and the view. ...and we're glad you...More

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Great place to stay!

    Great location, super cute accommodations, great price! There is a little private beach and a nice lawn. It's a really nice spot to get away for a weekend: as friends, couples, or a family/big group. This place has it all.

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    Response from Victoria F, General Manager at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach CottagesResponded 4 weeks ago

    Hello Kate, Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to your return visit.

    Reviewed May 1, 2018
    Quiet and cosy

    Everything is nice but quite expensive. Our hosts were charming and gave an excellent service. The location is very quiet and we had a pretty good view of the ocean. Good breakfast. We cannot comment for the other rooms which have no view.More

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    Response from OceanEcho, Manager at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach CottagesResponded May 1, 2018

    Hello Georges, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it. Yes, we have a cozy place here and it is definitely quiet. The common deck has a view of the ocean for everyone and we have a couple other...More

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    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Beachfront
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    $204 - $483 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    February 24, 2015|
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    Response from Victoria F | Property representative |
    Cottage 6 actually has three beds: one king and two queens. Cottage 11 has two queen beds. Cottage 5 has a queen bed and two twin beds. Several of our cottages will have a bed in the bedroom and a sofa sleeper in the living... More
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    "Quiet with a view on the ocean"
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    "We had Cottage #6 - spacious, private and surrounded by gorgeous greenery!"
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    "Be careful of hidden fees that were not mentioned when booking online. The location is amazing - literally..."
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    "Put an iron in the room, make sure coffee is hot."
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