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Santa Cruz · California

Pacific Blue Inn

636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, 95060

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Check-in
Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Convenient Location near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

  • Modern Amenities for Comfort

    The Pacific Blue Inn provides en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs, iPod docking stations, DVD players, electric fireplaces, and work desks. The brightly-coloured rooms offer a cozy and modern atmosphere for guests to enjoy during their stay.

  • Complimentary Services and Relaxing Environment

    Guests can indulge in complimentary baked goods and coffee throughout the day. The hotel also features a courtyard for relaxation and showcases local artwork in the lobby and dining area. Additionally, bicycles are available for guests to explore the surrounding area with ease.

Book your stay at Pacific Blue Inn, Santa Cruz for a relaxing and eco-friendly experience just minutes away from the beach boardwalk!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Comfortable rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

50 listed
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Billiards
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
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Dining & drinks

  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden
  • Golf course
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis court

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • First aid kit available
  • 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
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Pets allowed
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Darts
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fishing
  • Free WiFi
  • Horse riding
  • Live music/performance
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • WiFi available
  • Windsurfing

Review in focus

584 reviews
10/ 10
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Laura · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

The guest experience

8.8out of 10
584 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Comfortable rooms
  • Cleanliness in most areas
  • Charming amenities

Worth knowing — Noise from dogs · Lack of refrigerator · Issues with communal kitchen · Limited beverage offerings

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.6

    Consistently praised as excellent, with proximity to attractions and a charming environment.

  • Service9.6

    Staff was friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.

  • Value for Money9.1

    The pricing seems reasonable given the location and ambiance.

  • Amenities8.6

    While some amenities were appreciated, the lack of a refrigerator and kitchen facilities was a downside.

  • Overall Experience8.6

    Overall experiences were largely positive, despite some reported issues.

  • Room Quality8.6

    Rooms generally described as comfortable and spacious, though some amenities were missing.

  • Cleanliness8.1

    Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, including a filthy communal fridge.

  • Food and Beverage8.1

    Limited beverage offerings in rooms, but good availability in reception.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

75% of 8 recent stays rated 8+

8.8584 reviews
  • Guest review

    10/10

    Laura · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

    “NA”

  • Never again!

    2/10

    dsonoman320 · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “location.”

  • Guest review

    6/10

    Sonny · couple · 2026-09-04

    “Staff and fire place outside. Location was good.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Ben · couple · 2026-08-24

    “Staff was excellent. Location was solid. coffee machine was a nice touch.”

  • Was a great place to stay. Located conveniently between some great dining and drink options as well as a short walk to t

    8/10

    Ryan · solo traveller · 2026-08-23

    “Conveniently located, easy check in.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Greg · family with children · 2026-08-14

    “They are very nice, easy to do after hour arrival and close to everything”

  • Good hotel, overpriced

    9/10

    Yashwanth · solo traveller · 2026-08-12

    “Very petite, functional and on the Pacific Avenue, stones throw away from all the main food and beverage attractions.”

  • Friendly. Clean. Hospitable. Great location.

    10/10

    Cecely · couple · 2026-08-09

    “Friendly. Great location.”

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