Avg. for September
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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at The Aqua Pacific Hotel average $78 in December, the cheapest month, and $139 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $86 |
| February | $82 |
| March | $86 |
| April | $102 |
| May | $100 |
| June | $139 |
| July | $137 |
| August | $130 |
| September | $104 |
| October | $94 |
| November | $89 |
| December | $78 |
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Most expensive: June (~$139)
Cheapest: December (~$78)
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a vending machine and bicycle tour information.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 36 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
In the heart of Santa Cruz, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Wharf and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.
What's nearby
Ocean Street(0.1 miles)
Mimi De Marta Dog Park(0.4 miles)
Pacific Avenue(0.6 miles)
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History(0.6 miles)
Pacific Garden Mall(0.6 miles)
Seabright Beach(0.7 miles)
Sky Glider(0.7 miles)
Boardwalk Bowl(0.8 miles)
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk(0.8 miles)
Cocoanut Grove(0.8 miles)
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History(0.8 miles)
Santa Cruz Main Beach(0.8 miles)
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park(0.9 miles)
Twin Lakes State Beach(0.9 miles)
Williams-Reynolds House(0.9 miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(16.1 miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(41.1 miles)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)(34.5 miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(43.1 miles)
Parking
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Ocean Street (0.1 miles)
Mimi De Marta Dog Park (0.4 miles)
Pacific Avenue (0.6 miles)
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History (0.6 miles)
Pacific Garden Mall (0.6 miles)
Seabright Beach (0.7 miles)
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Room details
Sleeps 2
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Sleeps 2
200 ft²
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Sleeps 2
175 ft²
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Sleeps 4
205 ft²
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Sleeps 2
5
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Sleeps 2
160 ft²
Based on 979 verified reviews
Business
7%
Couple
42%
Family
37%
Group
7%
Solo
4%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Aqua Pacific Hotel, guests highlight friendly, accommodating staff and renovated rooms with comfy beds, while also noting small, tight bathrooms, thin walls, and maintenance hiccups like noisy plumbing, broken blinds, and inconsistent Wi-Fi/TV.
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What guests think
At The Aqua Pacific Hotel, guests highlight friendly, accommodating staff and renovated rooms with comfy beds, while also noting small, tight bathrooms, thin walls, and maintenance hiccups like noisy plumbing, broken blinds, and inconsistent Wi-Fi/TV.
The indoor pool and hot tub appeal but are repeatedly reported as closed, unheated, or in need of repair; elevator and ice machines also go down at times. Cleanliness ranges from spotless to troubling, with recurring mentions of mold, hair, odors, and missed housekeeping or empty toiletry dispensers. The location is walkable to the Boardwalk and eateries, though the surrounding area feels busy or rough to some and parking can be tight. Expect a budget-minded stay with convenient access but variable comfort and amenities.
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Facilities
Indoor pool and hot tub are a recurring draw but are frequently closed, unheated, or need repair; ice machines and the elevator also go down at times. Parking ranges from easy to tight.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: some guests report very clean rooms, while others note mold, hair, stains, odors, and poorly maintained pool areas. Housekeeping follow-through and toiletry refills can be inconsistent.
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Rooms
Rooms feel recently updated with comfortable beds, but many are small with very tight bathrooms and issues like noisy plumbing, broken blinds, and poor lighting. Thin walls and street or pool noise are common; Wi‑Fi/TV can be unreliable.
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Service
Staff and owners are frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. Several reviews also mention closed or unattended front desk, slow responses, check-in delays, and occasional errors with room assignments or receipts/deposits.
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Location
Walkable to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and eateries, and convenient for quick beach access. Some guests describe the surrounding area as busy or rough with occasional loitering; parking can feel limited.
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Dining
No on-site restaurant or breakfast; lobby coffee/snacks are sometimes offered but availability and hours are inconsistent. Nearby cafes and convenience stores are within walking distance.
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Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 23:30
Before 11:00
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although parking is limited.
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25, subject to availability.
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas. An elevator is available for easy access to different floors.
The hotel is located in the heart of Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Wharf and Monterey Bay. It is approximately 3.2 miles from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available from June 1 to October 31. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Children are welcome at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
Cribs are available for a fee of USD 25 per day, and rollaway beds can be requested for a fee of USD 30 per day. Advance request is required for both options.
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Swimming pool
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Beach (Nearby)
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Non-Smoking Rooms
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Allergy-Free Room Available
Family Room
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Designated Smoking Area
Express Check-In/Check-Out
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