Ocean Gate Inn

Property class: 2

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Located close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf, Ocean Gate Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, Ocean Gate Inn is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Natural Bridges State Park and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular local attractions. Santa Cruz Wharf and University of California, Santa Cruz are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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111 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, ocean waves, and a mountainous backdrop.
    Monterey Bay
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boardwalk Bowl
    11 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    6 min walk
  • Brews At The Beach
    10 min walk
  • Firefly Coffee House
    10 min walk
  • Surf City Grill
    9 min walk

About this property

Ocean Gate Inn

  • Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and Natural Bridges State Park, Ocean Gate Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Ocean Gate Inn include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • More amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
    • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Balconies, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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  • Free Wi-Fi
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Gate Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ocean Gate Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Gate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Gate Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Ocean Gate Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and Natural Bridges State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ocean Gate Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 222 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lousy room, no AC, horrible breakfast if you call cold eggs a meal. Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and warming. The property was really clean and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little beachside hotel. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked the location. The room was clean. The staff was nice. The biggest issue I had was with the amount of light coming into the room at night. It had wooden blinds, but no curtains. Because of the amount of light coming from the street, I had a very rough night's sleep. Even some cheap black out curtains would have made a HUGE difference for me. Everything else, I could deal with. This is a bare bones hotel experience. The parking is underneath the rooms and is very tight, and there is only one way in and out. There were other minor issues, but overall it was fine if you can tolerate a lot of street light coming into your room at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and with a view of the roller coaster!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Love this spot. Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the balcony. Loved the staff especially Bob. He was so kind and reassuring. Inn is so close to the board walk and the view is amazing. I would definitely go again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have very mixed feelings about this hotel, but overall would recommend it for someone who wants to visit Santa Cruz without breaking the bank. I stayed with my partner and another couple, and with this group was able to get a really good overall price on the stay. Furthermore, the room (a double queen room with a balcony) was more than spacious and easily accommodated all four of us without any problem. Worth noting however was some wetness on the bathroom floor as well as a sink that would clog, both of which made the stay slightly less pleasant but weren't too bad. Overall, the price, quality, kind staff, and location right next to the most fun parts of Santa Cruz (for a tourist like myself) made this a very enjoyable experience, which I would recommend to anyone seeking a trip there that can stay in a comfortable budget!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, walkable to the beach, can be noisy till very late because it's close to the road and boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location and the friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bob and his crew were great! Willing to help if anything came up. Was walking distance from the Boardwalk. Thanks again Bob!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
They charged me $20 a day for an extra vehicle which is okay but they only want it cash only which was very odd to me which I barely carry anymore I had to argue with the management to take a credit card which they did it just made me think that they were not trying to do for some odd reason
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
No breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, and close to boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very helpful staff . But frequently loud door slamming noises
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s smelled like cigarettes. The ac didn’t work so we left the door open on the balcony that helped so much but other than that it’s not bad the pier is 10 walk away
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's ok. Nothing special. Parking spots are very tight as one can see by all the scrapes on the poles next to the spaces. If you want a no frills, just a place to sleep then it will do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very kind and quick to accommodate my traveling through. They upgraded my room which was great. The building as a whole is old and has some general wear and tear but was well kept. My room was clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room's got all the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being near the river made it perfect for walking and enjoying the scenery, and the transportation options in the area were very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were friendly, efficient, and very helpful throughout my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not very nice area and wasn't the cleanest.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I was upset due to false advertising. This place DOES NOT have a bar or a smoking area. And no vending machines and the elevator did not work. I’m disabled and the stairs were just to much. Also the bathtub was small and the curtains were too short.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025