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Santa Cruz · California

Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

314 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, California, 95060

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Check-in
Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Convenient Beachside Stay

  • Proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

    Located just a block away, our California hotel offers easy access to the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, perfect for a fun-filled day by the coast.

  • Amenities for a Relaxing Stay

    Enjoy our seasonal outdoor heated pool, ideal for a refreshing dip, and unwind in rooms equipped with a flat-screen cable TV with HBO, microwave, and refrigerator for your comfort.

  • Deluxe Breakfast and Free Wi-Fi

    Start your day with a deluxe continental breakfast and stay connected with free Wi-Fi in public areas. Our 24-hour front desk ensures your needs are always met.

Experience comfort and convenience at Santa Cruz Comfort Inn Boardwalk. Book now for a memorable beach getaway.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Location

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean

At the hotel

Popular amenities

51 listed
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Auditory guidance
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware

Rooms & comfort

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Private check-in/check-out

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

815 reviews
9/ 10
Friendly staff.. a shirt walk to the ocean , comfortable beds. Would stay here again 😊
Randy · solo traveller · 2026-10-19

The guest experience

7.8out of 10
815 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Location
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean
  • Good breakfast

Worth knowing — Limited parking · Room cleanliness · Small rooms

How guests scored the stay

  • Location8.9

    Great proximity to the beach and boardwalk.

  • Service8.4

    Friendly staff and positive comments about customer service.

  • Food and Beverage7.9

    Breakfast received positive remarks, many choices available.

  • Overall Experience7.9

    Mostly positive experiences despite some complaints regarding cleanliness and parking.

  • Amenities7.4

    Amenities mentioned were basic; room amenities were sometimes lacking.

  • Room Quality7.4

    Mixed sentiments; some described rooms as small and dated.

  • Value for Money7.4

    Some guests found it a bit pricey for the quality.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

62% of 13 recent stays rated 8+

7.8815 reviews
  • Guest review

    9/10

    Randy · solo traveller · 2026-10-19

    “Friendly staff.. a shirt walk to the ocean , comfortable beds. Would stay here again 😊”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Mary · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Able to stay on main level.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Stephanie · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “The location is perfect for people visiting boardwalk. The beds and pillows were comfortable. The staff was welcoming and the complimentary breakfast was a great perk.”

  • When I arrived in the room the toilet seat wa covered in urine not ours obs had to ask the cleaning lady to clean.

    2/10

    Teresa · couple · 2026-10-11

    “Nothing really”

  • I would not stay again.

    2/10

    Elizabeth · family with children · 2026-10-11

    “Location was good. Guy at the front desk was kind.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Lisa · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

    “Location was perfect 5 minute walk to the beach, the rooms were lovely and clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfast was great.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Tomek · couple · 2026-10-07

    “Wszystko ok, polecam”

  • A good overnight stop over

    8/10

    Julie · couple · 2026-09-12

    “Location close to the Boardwalk and short drives”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Marco · solo traveller · 2026-09-10

    “La vicinanza alla spiaggia, la grandezza della camera e la pulizia. Colazione abbondante e varia.”

  • Definately go again

    10/10

    patrick · couple · 2026-09-05

    “Excellent location, clean & comfortable with plenty of parking”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Marlene · solo traveller · 2026-09-02

    “Perfect place to stay would fo it all over again.”

  • OK na jeden nocleg

    7/10

    Anna · family with children · 2026-09-01

    “Czysto, śniadanie, blisko do plaży.”

  • Good location but not worth it

    1/10

    Sarah · family with children · 2026-08-26

    “The location.”

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