Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Mission Santa Cruz

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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz captures the laid-back coastal atmosphere of Monterey Bay while providing essential comforts. Travelers can take a refreshing dip in the seasonal pool, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and appreciate the convenience of free self-parking.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Frequently asked questions

Does Islander Motel Santa Cruz have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

As of 13 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Islander Motel Santa Cruz on 17 Nov, 2025 start from S$112.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Islander Motel Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Islander Motel Santa Cruz?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Islander Motel Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission Santa Cruz and Main Beach. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Islander Motel Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ROSA PALACIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, we had a great stay…!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay and perfect location for us. Clean, comfortable and quiet as we had a 2nd story room away from the busy street(223)!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leoncio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms itself were clean. the entire facility, however was tires. Just needs a refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant motel in great location. On a busy street but not that loud in the room. Convenient to downtown and walkable to the Boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. You can walk downtown if you like. We had a car so it didn’t really matter. Great service. It’s an older motel but comfortable beds, very clean. It felt as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff, comfortable bed. Older property, however very clean and well kept. Only note is no in room coffee option. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice overnight stay

Clean property, good location, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly staff, great amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Fredrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When I went to check in, the man at the front desk was kind of a jerk. The rooms were nice, easy parking, and close to pretty much everything, but again the desk man was overall not pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Rose was wonderful! Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantness of staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the islander Motel. No hidden fees on Ac or anything of that nature. And very welcoming staff. 10/10 Would stay Again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Benita

The staff was very helpful when we realized that it was not pet friendly ; that Expedia claimed. They still allowed us to stay and were very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

F. Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean room. Like having 4 pillows on the bed, 2 more puffy, 2 less puffy. Very comfortable bed. Staff friendly and attentive. Only coffee for breakfast but rather go out for breakfast anyway. Staff gave good recommendations on morning and evening dining. Could not recommend any more highly. Perhaps a bit of highway noise early in the evening that became neglible later.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Simple and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This has been an easy chexk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Disliked: Amenities
Nothing special about the hotel . The owner was not that friendly. His wife was. The room was clean l hope . The area was in a good location, next to a lot of stores and fast food restaurants .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often. Some of the room are really tiny but the beds and pillows are great. And location is convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it here when ever I choose a hotel they are number one for me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, comforting to find a reasonably priced motel that felt clean, safe, very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value in Santa Cruz

I found the Islander to be just as described—clean room, well-located, good value, good welcome at the desk for my 9pm arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024