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Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Updated on Jul 20, 2026

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Located in: SANTA CRUZ, CA
A seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Islander Motel Santa Cruz offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.


Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, Islander Motel Santa Cruz is near a metro station and near the beach. Mission Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum are not to be missed. Take time off to check out the hot springs and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking nearby.
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Popular amenities
  • ac
  • free parking
  • frontdesk 24 hour
  • housekeeping
  • internet
  • microwave
  • no smoking
  • pool
  • tv
Property amenities
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Parking
  • Free self parking on site
Things to do
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
Family Friendly
  • Fence around the pool
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
  • Vending machine
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
Language Spoken
  • English
Accessibility
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Activities Nearby
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golfing
  • Health club access
  • Health/beauty spa
  • Hot springs
  • Mountain biking
  • Theme parks
  • Whale watching
More
  • Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Premium bedding
Bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
Food and Drink
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
More
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Policies
Check-in
  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
  • Check-out before 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
  • Late check-out subject to availability
Pets
  • Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Special check-in instructions
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property payment types
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
Important Information
Fees
  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
We should mention
  • Alcohol is not served at this property
  • Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 5 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
  • The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 to October 31
  • This property does not have elevators
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
 

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