Avg. for September
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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Bay Front Inn average US$79 in the cheapest month (January) and US$176 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$79 |
| February | US$92 |
| March | US$80 |
| April | US$91 |
| May | US$95 |
| June | US$146 |
| July | US$176 |
| August | US$161 |
| September | US$129 |
| October | US$114 |
| November | US$106 |
| December | US$100 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$176)
Cheapest: January (~US$79)
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out and a vending machine. Limited parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Capitola Beach.
What's nearby
Pacific Avenue(0.1 Miles)
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center(0.2 Miles)
Santa Cruz Wharf(0.3 Miles)
Cowell's Beach(0.3 Miles)
Santa Cruz Main Beach(0.3 Miles)
Boardwalk Bowl(0.4 Miles)
Cocoanut Grove(0.5 Miles)
Mimi De Marta Dog Park(0.5 Miles)
Pacific Garden Mall(0.5 Miles)
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk(0.6 Miles)
Sky Glider(0.6 Miles)
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History(0.7 Miles)
Ocean Street(0.7 Miles)
Monterey Bay(0.8 Miles)
Williams-Reynolds House(0.8 Miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(17.1 Miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(42.7 Miles)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)(35.1 Miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(39.2 Miles)
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Pool outdoor
Picnic area/Tables
Designated smoking area
Pacific Avenue (0.1 Miles)
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (0.2 Miles)
Santa Cruz Wharf (0.3 Miles)
Cowell's Beach (0.3 Miles)
Santa Cruz Main Beach (0.3 Miles)
Boardwalk Bowl (0.4 Miles)
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Room details
Sleeps 4
280 ft²
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Room details
Sleeps 2
280 ft²
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Room details
Sleeps 6
Based on 1,261 verified reviews
Business
8%
Couple
31%
Family
41%
Group
13%
Solo
5%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Bay Front Inn, travellers repeatedly praise the walkable location near the beach, boardwalk and wharf, while feedback is mixed on room condition and cleanliness, parking availability, and the reliability of front desk support and Wi-Fi.
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What guests think
At Bay Front Inn, travellers repeatedly praise the walkable location near the beach, boardwalk and wharf, while feedback is mixed on room condition and cleanliness, parking availability, and the reliability of front desk support and Wi-Fi.
Guests frequently note very limited on-site parking, sometimes requiring metered street parking. Room experiences vary from clean, comfortable beds and spacious family suites to dated spaces with maintenance issues, noise, and occasional pests. Service is often friendly but office hours can be short, after-hours help inconsistent, and check-in or deposits occasionally frustrating. Expect a no-frills, walkable stay where location stands out more than amenities.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic; parking is very limited and often requires street parking. The pool exists but is sometimes closed or not well maintained; the property is pet-friendly.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: some rooms are clean and beds comfortable, but many reports cite dirty floors, stained linens, moldy or poorly maintained bathrooms, and occasional cockroaches. Housekeeping and maintenance standards vary by room.
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Rooms
Rooms range from spacious family suites and comfortable beds to small, dated units with thin walls, noise, and maintenance issues such as AC, TV, or locks. Wi-Fi is often weak or unusable.
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Kent
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Stayed 2 nights
Heather
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Stayed 1 night
Beata
11 Jul 2024
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Abram
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Danielle
3 Sept 2025
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Heidi
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Service
Staff are often friendly and helpful, but front-desk hours are short and after-hours support can be unreliable. Several guests reported slow or difficult check-in, surprise deposits/fees, and challenges reaching the hotel by phone.
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4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Diana
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Matt
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cynthia
25 Jul 2025
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Nicole
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nancy
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Artur
30 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Excellent, walkable location near the beach, boardwalk and wharf, with many attractions and eateries nearby. A few guests mentioned street noise or activity around the area.
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19 Apr 2025
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14 Sept 2024
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21 Aug 2024
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27 Aug 2024
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14 Oct 2025
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Dining
No on-site breakfast is provided, and some guests said breakfast was advertised but unavailable. No other on-site dining is mentioned.
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corissa
14 Jul 2025
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21 Jun 2023
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3 Feb 2025
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25 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
anaivette
21 Feb 2024
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30 Jun 2024
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Gerald
1 Jun 2025
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6 Aug 2025
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29 Jul 2024
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Marie
18 Jun 2024
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Norma
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Stayed 1 night
Vanessa
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Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 00:00
Before 11:00
Limited parking is available onsite. Offsite parking is also available for a fee of USD 15 per day, located 0.15 miles away and open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Breakfast is not specifically mentioned, but guests have expressed satisfaction with the breakfast options available.
Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in may be available for a fee of USD 25, subject to availability. Late check-out is also available for a fee, subject to availability.
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.
The property is located in Westside Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. It is approximately 2.9 miles from the University of California, Santa Cruz and 5.1 miles from Capitola Beach.
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available. The pool is open from March 19 to September 13.
Children are allowed to stay at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to inquire directly for specific needs.
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Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Pool outdoor
Picnic area/Tables
Designated smoking area
General
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area/Tables
Vending machines
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Designated smoking area
Internet
Free wi-fi
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Pool outdoor
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace